How do I paint an old fabric chair?

I used chalk paint to paint the fabric on a chair. It was not as big of a chair as yours but the method is the same. https://www.homeroad.net/2013/08/chalk-paint-on-fabric-chair.html

All kinds of creative ways.

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To keep the fabric still feeling soft, not like a painted canvas, dampen the fabric thoroughly before painting on it and dilute the paint with fabric softener.

www.heirloomtraditionspaint.com

"Finish All" is the paint type to look for.

You may want to check out this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwEz633cwQQ&t=16s

You can use any paint you want including house paint but you will need to use a fabric medium as an additive to prevent cracking or peeling. The product, such as Liquitex Fabric Medium can usually be found wherever art supplies are sold. As a word of caution, in the picture you posted, go with a darker color since the navy area will mostly likely turn to black or a dark purple if you go with red.

Hi Sharon! I have listed some videos for you. Good luck.

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=How+do+I+paint+an+old+fabric+chair%3f&qpvt=How+do+I+paint+an+old+fabric+chair%3f&FORM=VDRE