I get a lot of questions about upholstery, so I thought I would write a post consolidating some of the advice that I’ve shared in various posts and tutorials into one place. Before I share some upholstery tips for beginners, let me share how I started. My first upholstery job (and I use that phrase loosely) was a ratty hand-me-down … Read More
simple footstool slipcover
Between gardening projects and everything else I’ve been working on, I’ve also been getting some sewing projects knocked out. A couple of weekends ago, I cut out the pieces and made piping for this footstool/ottoman I picked up at an antique store a few years ago. I buy these any time I see them for a good price ($40 or … Read More
blue toile daybed makeover
I hope you had a good three-day weekend! We ended up doing a lot of work in our yard when it wasn’t raining. It was hard, muddy work, but we got so much accomplished! We dug up a bunch of plants and bushes to replace with hydrangeas and hostas, we moved and raked out a big pile of gravel, we … Read More
parsons chair linen slipcover reveal
I know that my house usually looks clean and tidy in the pictures I share here and on social media. And, I will admit, that I am a bit of a neat freak. I generally like to clean and I love having a spotless, organized, and clutter-free home. But, life happens here. I have middle school boys, a dog, two … Read More
parsons chair slipcover tutorial | part 2
If you missed part one of this slipcover tutorial, you can find it HERE. In part one, I show how to make the “body” of the slipcover. This chair slipcover tutorial works for almost any armless chair, but is specifically for a parsons chair with small wings. You can also find the link to the linen I used for this … Read More
Parsons Chair Slipcover Tutorial | Part 1
The chairs that end at the end of our kitchen table are “the favorite chairs” for everyone. They are comfy and therefore, often occupied. Instead of sitting in rockers in the basement or snuggled on the sofa, I’ll often find my boys sitting at either end of the table, watching a movie, or playing a game. This is where they … Read More
washing & mending
I have found the weekends during this time to be especially difficult. I haven’t put my finger on exactly why. Maybe it’s because there isn’t much distinction between weekdays and weekends? We’re just all home all the time. Safe at home. Well and happy, but home nonetheless. Maybe it’s because the week is too busy with work and school to … Read More
Furniture Dilemmas | Marylisa’s French Chairs
When Marylisa sent me a picture of her chairs, I knew I had just the posts, tutorials, and examples to share with her! If you’ve followed me for a few years, you probably know how much I enjoy buying and reupholstering French-style chairs. Well, I don’t really enjoy upholstery, but I enjoy the results and this style of chair is … Read More
