What a great way to utilise recycled drawers!
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What a great way to utilise recycled drawers!
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Want to make this simple side table? Find out how at: http://www.designsponge.com/2011/10/diy-project-pure-simple-side-table.html
DIY: How to upholster a chair
One of the best ways to restore an old chair is to the reupholster the seat. Often the frame of the chair is in perfect condition but the cushion has been worn in. This was the case with this chair. While the frame was sturdy, the seat had sunken in and was in need of a makeover. The foam inside the cushion had deteriorated and the fabric was worn out and tattered. Once the seat had been reupholstered, the chair was as good as new!
Once the cushion was removed from the frame of the chair, the existing fabric was removed using a hammer and screw driver to release the staples. A new cushion was put in place using foam and wadding then the cushion was reupholstered in a brand new customised fabric. The cushion was then attached back onto the frame and the chair was given new life. (Refer to page the next post for a step-to-step diy for this these techniques and project.)
Today we bring you a step-to-step guide on how to upholster a chair with a cushion seat..
Check out how to build your own vintage scarf or hat holder at:
Found at: http://www.livealittlewilder.com
Check out this cute wooden bed head we found today! Adds a warm and rustic feel to the room!
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Awesome wallpaper ideas. To find out more, visit: http://dornob.com/let-er-rip-cool-home-wallpaper-for-custom-room-decor/?ref=search
Creative ways to cover your wall.. Refer to next post for tips on DIY wallpaper.
TIP: WALLPAPER can add a person touch to any room. Get creative with the patterns and colours you use.
For helpful hints on how to apply wallpaper to your room, visit this site :http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/how-to-apply-wallpaper/index.html
Feeling Crafty?
The DIY Furniture book is out now and available on Amazon! Yes, I’m shamelessly plugging. But wouldn’t it make a great addition to your bookshelf? Or a cool holiday gift? It also just got a great little write up on Dwell.com!
Please check out the Warehouse Vanity, co-designed and built by yours truly.
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Anonymous asked: Hi Made By Me, just wondering if you can share with us a good video for reupholstering a chair?
This is a great video for a simple upholstery job with a basic single cushion chair: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLE1iFeddsA
However, if you are after something a little bit more complex that has more than one cushion for example an armchair, try this link. It comes in 3 chapters as the steps are more detailed and are very useful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWyZEbNAnmU
The great thing about DIY videos is that you can follow each step as you complete the process and pause/start it to go according to your own pace!
Need one large mirror but don’t have one? Why not use several smaller mirrors - it achieves the same effect but looks far more interesting and allows you to add different textures and colours to your room!
TIP: Mismatch shelves are a great way to display items of all different sizes. It also creates an eclectic aesthetic and is a great way to make objects stand out in your room.
Last week we posted a step-to-step DIY guide on how to create an upholstered bed head. The great thing about the techniques we showed you is that they can be applied to any similar piece of furniture! Why not try an upholstered board to pin jewellery or precious items? It’s cute, practical AND a unique feature piece for your room!
