I've been craigslist/antique mall stalking for an upholstered rocking chair that isn't too ugly or too expensive. I *almost* bought this one at an antiques place 2 weeks ago, but it had some cat hair on it that made me nervous and I knew the shape would be hard to reupholster.
A week ago I emailed about two promising chairs and heard nothing. Boo-hoo. I was about to give up, when I got an email about this chair. It rocks, it has sort of clean lines that will be easier to reupholster!
Picking it up on Saturday!
I already went thru my fabric stash and found a really great black and white fabric to use! Anyone done any reupholstering? Or Scotch-guarding? Tips to share?
Come to Momma!
3/11/11
I've always wanted to do it, but I am scared. I am sure you'll kick all kinds of upholstery ass. Can't wait to see the process!
ReplyDeletebe careful of the scotch guard!
ReplyDeleteIt ruined a velvet (ultrasuede, really) couch I tried to use it on. Globbed up and pulled out the pile of the velvet, leaving a bare patch. Plus, it has never prevented liquid from soaking in on the other areas I used it.
Just please be careful of it.
That chair has great lines...
ReplyDeleteI'm in the midst of my own furniture recovering project & it's turning out to be the bane of my existence. I got the chair free from my in-laws garage & may have just bitten off more than I can chew...
Here's hoping your project goes a little bit smoother...
Cool! God, I cannot help at all with upholstering. Good luck!
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