Mollies DIY Blog
How to cover a button in fabric
In this short and handy video, Antonia from Voodoo Molly Vintage shows you how to cover a button in fabric. She demonstrates using a proper self-covering button, but this technique...
How to cover a button in fabric
In this short and handy video, Antonia from Voodoo Molly Vintage shows you how to cover a button in fabric. She demonstrates using a proper self-covering button, but this technique...
🎥 How to create woodgrain effect on leather
Discover how to craft a natural wood grain texture on leather with Fenice® Diamond Waterstain. Watch as Ivan showcases the dry brushing technique for a seamless, lifelike finish. Ideal for...
🎥 How to create woodgrain effect on leather
Discover how to craft a natural wood grain texture on leather with Fenice® Diamond Waterstain. Watch as Ivan showcases the dry brushing technique for a seamless, lifelike finish. Ideal for...
Upholstery Tip #24: Protect your foam
One simple but often overlooked trick to prolonge the life of your seat foam when reupholsterying is adding a layer of fabric, calico or hessian over the seating webbing before...
Upholstery Tip #24: Protect your foam
One simple but often overlooked trick to prolonge the life of your seat foam when reupholsterying is adding a layer of fabric, calico or hessian over the seating webbing before...
A Guide to Cleaning & Restoring Leather
In this general guide, we'll explore a step-by-step instructions on how to restore the leather on your handbag, bringing back its luster and extending its lifespan.
A Guide to Cleaning & Restoring Leather
In this general guide, we'll explore a step-by-step instructions on how to restore the leather on your handbag, bringing back its luster and extending its lifespan.
🎥 How to tie on an upholstery button
In this quick how-to video, Antonia from Mollies Make & Create demonstrates the upholsterer’s slipknot—a clever knot that tightens as you slip it! This technique is perfect for tying on...
🎥 How to tie on an upholstery button
In this quick how-to video, Antonia from Mollies Make & Create demonstrates the upholsterer’s slipknot—a clever knot that tightens as you slip it! This technique is perfect for tying on...
🎥 How to carve a design in leather
Try using an Craftplus embossed tracing pattern for accurate linework on your leather projects. With the proper tools, you can craft beautiful leather carvings with intricate details and depth. Watch...
🎥 How to carve a design in leather
Try using an Craftplus embossed tracing pattern for accurate linework on your leather projects. With the proper tools, you can craft beautiful leather carvings with intricate details and depth. Watch...
Upholstery Tip #23: Stagger Your Tacks
A great upholstery tip comes when attaching tacks to your jute webbing. By following these steps, your upholstery work will look professional and stand the test of time. Strong tacks,...
Upholstery Tip #23: Stagger Your Tacks
A great upholstery tip comes when attaching tacks to your jute webbing. By following these steps, your upholstery work will look professional and stand the test of time. Strong tacks,...
🎥 How to sew the Upholsterer's Slip Stitch
In this quick video, Antonia from Mollies demonstrates how to sew the upholsterer’s slip stitch. This handy stitch is perfect for joining seams, shaping corners, securing pleats, attaching outside panels,...
🎥 How to sew the Upholsterer's Slip Stitch
In this quick video, Antonia from Mollies demonstrates how to sew the upholsterer’s slip stitch. This handy stitch is perfect for joining seams, shaping corners, securing pleats, attaching outside panels,...
Leather Weight Chart
Get the right thickness of leather for your project with this handy leather weight chart. Shown in both ounces and millimetres.
Leather Weight Chart
Get the right thickness of leather for your project with this handy leather weight chart. Shown in both ounces and millimetres.
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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.
