How can I recover cornices?
How can I recover cornices that have a wavy curve. i will be using a staple gun to secure. anyone have any tips on have any tips on making the curves smooth without wrinkles?
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I love my little vintage vanity seat, but there's a big rip in fabric (vinyl, I think). Any ideas on recovering it?
You may have to snip the fabric and then staple it to get a smooth edge.
Batting will help keep the fabric smoother . Use multiple cuts with scissors to fit the fabric around the curves.
It’s going to be a bit like making darts in a lady’s blouse.
The folds or pleats will be on the back.
If you’re ok with spraying it with automotive car seat dye, that stuff works very well.
I cut the material around the corners and pulled it gently to have it nice and smooth. Take your time and good luck!
When you put the batting and cloth on, I like to use spray adhesive. One that doesn't quick dry to allow you to move materials around and get "just right".
Folding, snipping, and tucking with a lot of patience should produce a nice finish. Just make the snips as small as possible. I always cut out excess fabric on the back rather than folding up. When I cut it, I put fray check just to be safe. I would be a real tragedy to do all that work and then it ravel.
This will show you how to recover a cornice. https://homeguides.sfgate.com/recover-cornice-board-51997.html
Cut the fabric on the bias to have it fit smoothly around curves easily.
Just keep the material tight and close to wood keep the batting away from the edge so the wood comes through on the end to see the shape
Hey Connielea! Yes, if you make small triangular cuts where the fabric would bunch along the curve, it will lay perfectly flat!
Hope this helps!