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The useful and versatile calico fabric
Let's delve into the characteristics of calico fabric, its common uses, with a particular focus on its significance in the upholstery industry, and a comprehensive list of its diverse applications.
The useful and versatile calico fabric
Let's delve into the characteristics of calico fabric, its common uses, with a particular focus on its significance in the upholstery industry, and a comprehensive list of its diverse applications.
Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential
Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...
Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential
Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...
Understanding Linen Sewing Thread
Whether you are a seasoned sewing pro or just starting, linen thread is a versatile and reliable choice that will help you create beautiful, long-lasting items. Learn what linen thread...
Understanding Linen Sewing Thread
Whether you are a seasoned sewing pro or just starting, linen thread is a versatile and reliable choice that will help you create beautiful, long-lasting items. Learn what linen thread...
Hand-sewing needle types and their uses
Hand-sewing needles are one of the most essential tools for a sewer. Choosing the right needle for your project can make a significant difference, learn about which needle is which.
Hand-sewing needle types and their uses
Hand-sewing needles are one of the most essential tools for a sewer. Choosing the right needle for your project can make a significant difference, learn about which needle is which.
Fix Your Sewing Machine Tension
Most sewing problems can be solved with a new needle and tension adjustment. Here is an easy way to reset your tension, using two coloured threads and plain fabric.
Fix Your Sewing Machine Tension
Most sewing problems can be solved with a new needle and tension adjustment. Here is an easy way to reset your tension, using two coloured threads and plain fabric.
Unraveling the Rich History of Needlework
The art of needlework, encompassing embroidery and tapestry, has a captivating history that spans centuries. These intricate and skillful crafts have not only adorned textiles but also served as a...
Unraveling the Rich History of Needlework
The art of needlework, encompassing embroidery and tapestry, has a captivating history that spans centuries. These intricate and skillful crafts have not only adorned textiles but also served as a...
🎥 Using thick fabric for self-cover buttons
Self-covering buttons with fabric adds a professional touch to upholstered furniture. Rather than spending money on an expensive button press, you can achieve the same high-quality results with the clever...
🎥 Using thick fabric for self-cover buttons
Self-covering buttons with fabric adds a professional touch to upholstered furniture. Rather than spending money on an expensive button press, you can achieve the same high-quality results with the clever...
🎥 How to install a zipper head
Have you ever wanted to make your own cushions, squabs, beanbags or bags? You can easily make a zip to ANY length by using continuous zipper. Watch how to install...
🎥 How to install a zipper head
Have you ever wanted to make your own cushions, squabs, beanbags or bags? You can easily make a zip to ANY length by using continuous zipper. Watch how to install...
Make a pin holder from fabric scraps
If you have scraps of fabric, wadding, card, buttons and ribbon, here is a great tutorial to use them up by making a sandwiched pin cushion.
Make a pin holder from fabric scraps
If you have scraps of fabric, wadding, card, buttons and ribbon, here is a great tutorial to use them up by making a sandwiched pin cushion.
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Upholstery Tip #29: What is a tight seat?
A tight seat has no removable cushion. It’s shaped with springs or stuffings beneath a fabric top that’s fixed directly to the frame.
Upholstery Tip #29: What is a tight seat?
A tight seat has no removable cushion. It’s shaped with springs or stuffings beneath a fabric top that’s fixed directly to the frame.
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Upholstery Tip #28: Loose Seat Springing
Loose seat chairs have a separate cushion over a sprung base. Here’s how to build a firm, level foundation to support it properly.
Upholstery Tip #28: Loose Seat Springing
Loose seat chairs have a separate cushion over a sprung base. Here’s how to build a firm, level foundation to support it properly.
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Upholstery Tip #27: How to Position the Knot
There’s a simple trick to positioning furniture seating coil springs that can help your chair last longer and save someone from a painful surprise.
Upholstery Tip #27: How to Position the Knot
There’s a simple trick to positioning furniture seating coil springs that can help your chair last longer and save someone from a painful surprise.
