They started out as this blue/green velvet
They were in really great shape except some wear on the legs, check out the difference a little gel stain makes.
I only had one glove and it was really old so it broke when I put it on, my thumb ended up as a stain covered casualty but it was better than nothing.
Here are the finished chairs. And they're really lovely right? Very classy and understated...
Until you flip them around. I love the surprise of the pattern around the back.
These chairs were such a hit I think I have some similar ones coming soon.
Hi Laura,
ReplyDeleteI came to visit after the feature on "Better After" and have just read all of your upholstery posts. It feels like I have found a kindred spirit. over the years, I have redone a couple of couches and box cushions as well as re-upholstering many sets of dining chairs, a high chair and the odd pram or two. The question that I have for you is about the newer seats with poor quality foam and wadding that squishes down, looks sad and makes the couch uncomfortable way too soon. I have been considering re-doing some of these couches, replacing the foam etc. I wondered what you thought about the process? Is it worth the time? Or is it a silk purse made from a sow? New is super expensive but then good foam and fabric isn't cheap either. I'm in Australia so whilst fabric is available it is VERY expensive. What are you thoughts?