Q & A, Staples or Tacks?
Marie Asks, I believe webbing should be applied using large ( 5/8″long) upholstery tacks, not staples, so that the webbing will be secured firmly to …
Slipcovers, Country Style
Decorating on a budget? Here’s proof that you can strike gold in the clearance rack too! These antique chairs are dressed up in pretty country …
Q & A, The Slipcover Tucking Fabric
Alina Asks, I purchased the book. But it is not clear to me whether you sew together the tucking fabric from say IB and IA …
Q & A, Slipcover How To
Jean Asks, Hi Sophia! I am reading your book “DIY Tailored Slipcovers” while I am constructing 2 wingchair slips. I had been pin-fitting them on …
How To Apply Upholstery Trimmings
The gimp trim shown above is one of many finishing options used to trim furniture with exposed wood. To affix upholstery trim, apply small amounts …
Upholstery Terminology
The term “facing” describes the cutting orientation for the pattern pieces on a piece of furniture. Left side and right side patterns are opposites or …