How to Make Armchair Cushions

This video tutorial will show you how to transform an old armchair with new decorative fabric from Sailirte to give it an updated stylish look. In our previous video tutorial "How to Reupholster an Armchair" we showed you detailed steps to reupholstered the frame with new fabric (see that video: • How to Reupholster an ... ). In this video tutorial we will show how to sew this chair’s removable cushions with brand new decorative fabric from Sailrite, completing this reupholstered chair project.
Order supplies and fabric at: www.sailrite.com
How to Make Armchair Cushions Chapter List:
Evaluating the Cushions - 0:37 min
Seat Cushion
Disassembling Seat Cushion - 1:49 min
Patterning Plates - 6:49 min
Patterning Boxing - 10:33 min
Creating Zipper Plaque - 16:59 min
Sewing Piping on Plates - 20:10 min
Sewing Assemblies Together - 22:44 min
Inserting Foam - 38:47 min
Back Cushion
Disassembling Back Cushion - 40:48 min
Patterning Plates - 42:16 min
Adding Piping & Assembling Upper Portion of Plates - 44:22 min
Creating Boxing & Zipper Plaque - 47:46 min
Adding Piping to Underside Edge - 50:59 min
Sewing Assemblies Together - 52:37 min
Inserting Foam - 58:54 min
Materials List - 59:50 min
Materials List:
Decorative Indoor Fabric - www.sailrite.com/Fabrics/Home...
Polyester Batting White - www.sailrite.com/Batting-83-T...
V-69 Nylon Thread - www.sailrite.com/Notions/Thre...
YKK Zipper #4.5 Coil Continuous White - www.sailrite.com/YKK-Zipper-4...
YKK Slider #4.5 Coil White Metal Single Non-Locking Pull - www.sailrite.com/YKK-Slider-4...
Polyester Fiberfill 15 Denier - Hollow Slick Conjugate - www.sailrite.com/Polyester-Fi...
Tools List:
Marker, Scissors, Sewing Machine, Tape Measure, Pencil
Multi Use Pins 1 1/2" (250 Pins) - www.sailrite.com/Multi-Use-Pi...
Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - www.sailrite.com/Clear-Acryli...
Cutting Mat 18" x 24" - www.sailrite.com/Cutting-Mat-...
Comfort Grip Rotary Cutter 60mm - www.sailrite.com/Olfa-Deluxe-...
Order supplies and fabric at: www.sailrite.com

[@jennichols4447]

Cindy, I’ve recovered so many cushions in my life and have STRUGGLED with the zippers, boxing and corners lining up! I made a welted cushion in one afternoon and it’s absolutely perfect. You’re the best! Thank you so much.

[@SailriteDIY]

Glad to help. Good job!!!

[@carol_igbokwe713]

Watching how she put everything together, I like the fact that she puts up 100% concentration trying to figure out what the cause of the damage in the chair is. It's amazing.

[@muffinthecat4706]

How fantastic! The skill is enormous, and Cindy's calm, systematic approach is really inspiring. I'm sewing two of these for an old sofa and feel so much better about it having watched this. THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks for the very positive comments!

[@donnamaco1]

Give Cindy a raise, she is the bomb! So skillful.

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes she is. Thanks and good suggestion.

[@averagejane09]

The most clear and concise instructions I have seen. This exceeds the in person class I took years ago now that left me bewildered and discouraged from trying upholstery until now. These videos have renewed my confidence in trying some home projects again. Cindy, what a great job. Thanks to you and everyone at Salrite.

[@SailriteDIY]

We are glad to help!

[@buttercup8165]

Cindi is amazing. I love the step by step instructions. I also appreciate how calm and precise she is in these videos. Very well done!! These videos are by far the best I’ve seen yet.

[@SailriteDIY]

We are so glad that you liked this video. Thanks!!!

[@marylloydjaramillo]

I love that Cindy takes her time and is so calm, in her work. Cindy makes these videos so easy to learn by. Thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

+Mary Jaramillo Thanks for you positive comment!

[@skenney8325]

+Mary Jaramillo She is (calm!). I like the way she just goes about it. Not so much explanation that you are confused, and just enough being as she is actually showing you what to do! Great way to learn. Thanks, Cindi!

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[@sandiwilson5376]

Beautiful work great job Cindy 😊

[@carlodurandis2811]

I haven't done upholstery work for than thirty years. Watching you inspired me to get back in the feild. You' re the best Cyndy👍

[@SailriteDIY]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad to have inspired you to get back into upholstery work after all these years.

[@susanfinnell1117]

This was a great tutorial. Thanks so much for posting it out there.

[@stefcrane2182]

Thank you Cindy, great video, love the hidden zip ends and your corner turns are so neat. I learnt heaps.

[@PthaloGreen2]

Holy moly, lady! You are truly an engineer/artiste! That is fine, old-world craftsmanship. I hope you are getting paid what you are worth, because you are very skilled and a great teacher to boot. :-)

[@stephaniecavallaro2783]

As many others have stated, this was an excellent quality video all around. Not only was sound and video quality excellent, the entire lesson was fully explained and narrated. And Cindy is an excellent craftswoman!. I was able to tackle my first upholstery job and very happy with the results. Even though my armchair was not constructed exactly the same as the video, I could still apply the same skills and principles.

[@alicewhite2629]

Thank you for your clear instructions! I used this video to help me make a box cushion for the G Plan 6250 armchair that we are currently re-upholstering (first time re-upholstering anything!) Will definitely recommend :)

[@gretahelphrey7842]

Absolutely excellent tutorial! Well-organized, well-paced, well narrated . Thank you for sharing your expertise!🙏🏼

[@theresaschmidt2593]

I have numerous books that I Thought would help me with my chair project. Your demo has been tremendously helpful!! Thanks Much. : )

[@SailriteDIY]

I'm glad the demo was helpful for your chair project!

[@Albury19]

not even half way through and this is one of the best instructional videos i've ever seen for complete construction of a patterned cusion for an upholstered chair - thank you for your generous videos!

[@SailriteDIY]

Kelly Thomas Thanks for your positive comments! Please be sure to order fabric and supplies from Sailrite so we can keep producing these free videos.

[@mimigee5631]

Love it🤩 Cindy I've been watching your videos for some years & its perfection every time. THANKS for the close up views it really helps me learn the techniques.

[@marionwalker2820]

This is a masterclass tutorial! I'm about to make a box cushion for two foam seats and this will help me enormously to get a professional (hopefully) finish! I learned that you can have your band much bigger and finish it off with a pleat to hide and protect the zip and also how to mark correctly. Thank you so much! :-)

[@SailriteDIY]

You are welcome! I hope your project comes out well.

[@globalfamily8172]

I love your videos. Made multiple cushions for outdoors from them and now tackling upholstery. Love your products too.

[@nancygibson2659]

This is one of the best tutorial videos I have seen on KZbin. Thank you so much. Helps me immensely.

[@jcm4923]

Never thought to just put fiberfill into the extended part if the cushion. Seems simple. Thank you for a clearly explained video...as usual!

[@monsooniphone]

I love how you installed the zipper excellent work. Thank you for you video.

[@nshort3390]

Thank you for your beautiful and professional work Cindy. I have learned your technique makes my work easier.

[@pinkypromise111]

Excellent video! And she appears like such a patient teacher!👍👍👍🤗🤗🤗🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@MD-yx4ev]

I am late to the party, but have to say that Cindi is doing well. This is the best tutorial in YT. Thanks a lot for your professionalism and patience explaining the whole process. God bless.

[@elisabethbloomquist7983]

Cindy you are a terrific teacher...thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

Appreciate it! I'm glad I could help you make a comfy spot to relax.

[@dane5678]

thank you for making these videos. i am making my older dog a bed with dense foam and wanted a wrap around zipper. it makes getting the foam in and out of the covers so much easier. cindy you are awesome lady! you are truly excellent at your chosen profession. I thank you for sharing your skill and talent with those of us that want to learn.

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!!

[@elizabethhall8419]

Very informative, good to watch an expert giving simple easy to follow instructions

[@GeeBee111]

Thank you so much for giving us these videos! Cindi, you are a marvelous seamstress and craftsman, what beautiful work you do! I love how you made the flower match on the cushion, outstanding! You have given me the confidence to tackle reupholstering my sofa cushion.. I'll let you know how it goes! Thanks again

[@SailriteDIY]

+Gerri T We do hope your project goes very well! We would love to see photos when you are done.

[@hopetaylor1846]

Cindy, you are wonderful! I am reupholstering my first piece of furniture using this video and the video to reupholster an arm chair and you have been very detailed and easy to follow! Thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

+Jumper Hope Thanks for your positive comments! I hope your project goes well, let us know if you have questions.

[@rogenastyles9625]

This is one of the clearest, step by step video's I've seen. Really close and clear view of everything. Excellent. Thank you.

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@valenciagibb7991]

Wow this video is very impressive. I learned so much! I appreciate the time wasn't rushed. I was able to take notes while watching the video. Now I can go to work! Stop spending so much money on other people doing the work. I'm sure I'll have fun doing it myself. Thank you Sailrite!😃

[@SailriteDIY]

Valencia Gibb You are welcome! Hope your project goes very well.

[@me68206]

I have sewn only a handful of cushion covers but this is SO incredibly helpful. If I ever sew more cushion covers, I'll be sure to re-watch this. These videos are a treasure!

[@SailriteDIY]

me68206 I am glad you like them. Let us know if you have any questions.

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[@kathyrusche901]

Thank you so much for such a great tutorial. I'm anxious to try it.

[@amyturentine1751]

Thank you so much for your professionalism on sewing this chair, I was struggling with working on a chair with similar bottom cushion.

[@SailriteDIY]

Glad we could help. Let us know if you have any questions on the project.

[@luigibenignochiappero5589]

CHAPEAU MISS CINDY!!!!!! Very Good Job!!!!!! Best Wishes!!! Gigi, I am an upholsterer.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Thank you you're always helpful God bless you all as well as Sailrite.

[@WendyInMotion]

This video, and your commitment to helping customers via your site, is the reason I'll be ordering from your company! Pleasantly suprised to find you're located in Indiana!

[@SailriteDIY]

Wow, that is great! Thanks!!!

[@seidomonkey5395]

Great video thank you for the detail you put in them. As a novice from the UK. I really appreciate it. 😊

[@SailriteDIY]

+Seidomonkey You are welcome! Let us know if you have any questions.

[@Msleelee9487]

love watching her! simply amazing

[@dawnmarieheaton0614]

Amazing tutorial thanks Sailrite and Cindy. Nice work. I will be purchasing from Sailrite.

[@janejara1250]

Wow! A great tutorial. I learned so much from you! Thanks!

[@gigglegrl7405]

SHE IS A MASTER!!! I am in awe.

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, she truly is amazing! Her skills are unmatched.

[@Linda-kb3ko]

I am getting ready to cover a chair almost like this one I cant believe your video was the first one I found. it was like being in the room with you thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

I am glad you liked our video and it was helpful.

[@rosemariejones8546]

This is my go to for excellent video and spoken explanation of a project. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@SailriteDIY]

I'm glad you find the videos helpful!

[@barbll000]

Excellent video and very easy to understand, logical instructions. Love that you sell the supplies as well.

[@SailriteDIY]

We are so glad you like it. Let us know if you have any questions about the process or our supplies.

[@angelahurd1121]

Having just 'winged' making two back cushions for a recently purchased Day Bed, I wish I had found you sooner! Suffice to say that your tutorials are professional, easy to understand and enjoyable to watch. Great tutorials. Guess what I'm going to be doing again but properly this time... Lol xx Angela

[@SailriteDIY]

+Angela Hurd Glad we could help! I hope your future upholstery projects go very well!!! Let us know if you have questions.

[@preetikhatri3532]

hats off to you...one of the best I have ever seen

[@gloriaadu5485]

thank you you brought back all that i had forgotten you are a great teacher better than all that i have watch thanks

[@SailriteDIY]

We are glad you liked it!

[@cyclelogic7079]

i love watching a skilled craftsman at work great tutorial

[@SailriteDIY]

I am glad you liked it. Thanks!!!

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[@charlenecody1]

Such great instructions! I've been wanting to do two chairs I picked up at the dump ( yes at the dump) there in great shape not to bad in looks just doesn't match my decor. I look forward to learning more great tips. Thanks Cindy for your outstanding talent!

[@SailriteDIY]

You are welcome!

[@apembertonfowler]

Love your instructional videos, Cindy. You've given me the courage to try reupholstering for the first time. I will be back to watch again and again if I get stuck. You make it look so easy. I'm banking on that to be true. Wish you were in my area so that I could take a class with you as my instructor. Nevertheless, thank you so much for your video help. Wish me luck!!

[@SailriteDIY]

Andrea, I am glad we could help. If you get stuck let us know, we will be glad to help with advice. Thanks for your positive comments.

[@987654321mnbv]

Thank you so much for the detailed instructions!

[@auntjenandthehooligans7560]

What a great instructional video! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@SailriteDIY]

I am glad you liked it. Let us know if you have any questions.

[@noillucs3392]

Wonderful very helpful. I am taking on the task of recovering my sofa and this is a video I will keep going back to for your instructions.

[@SailriteDIY]

+noillucS 33 Glad to hear that. Let us know if you have questions. Also you will find a great fabric selection and many upholstery tools at: www.sailrite.com

[@irisfeliciano4639]

Cindy you did a great job.

[@davidmckeown5042]

What an artisan.....lovely to watch.

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!

[@hootenanny1001]

thank you so very much......Amazingly detailed instructions with useful tips to take note of. Will be watching both instructional videos over again making notes that I can refer to. Thank you once again.

[@SailriteDIY]

hootenanny1001 I am glad you like them. Let us know if you have questions.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year to all at Sailrite ,Hoping that you will continue to impart your knowledge to the world. Thank you again and .May God bless you all.

[@SailriteDIY]

Merry Christmas!!! We will continue to make new videos. Thanks!!!!

[@janetpaulmbo]

This tutorial is amazing! Thank you so much

[@SailriteDIY]

+Janet Rapel-Palumbo You are welcome! Let us know if you have any questions.

[@juliaisla-ferrer2214]

Ty, awesome your direccion Cindy. You should do all the explanation, you got a good voice.

[@pamelagreene9417]

Perfect video! Thank you!

[@joane8651]

Cindy, you are a great teacher

[@SailriteDIY]

+Joan Elkins Thanks for the positive comment. I will pass that onto her.

[@dijones2441]

I've have really enjoyed watching these 3 videos with the crystal clear instructions ..I have picked up a few tips on cutting and sewing which I can apply to my normal craft sewing...plus I have a very tatty ottoman which I now have the confidence to give it a go! ..thank you

[@SailriteDIY]

That is wonderful news! I am glad we could help. Thanks!!!

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[@sheryllovestobake9898]

who the hell has the nerve to dislike this video.. are they some kind of jelousy... or they just dont get it...hahahahaha good job madame and sir.... very very well done....

[@suecox2308]

Excellent tutorial--thank you!

[@davidjackson7051]

I usually don't match up a bizzy pattern on cushion sides unless it's a stripe but it loks ok Cindy nice attention to detail

[@Flaviosantos79]

Parabéns ficou perfeito!!!

[@inakiazpiazu5707]

Amaia Mugica Good job!!!!!!! You aré a súper teacher. Thanks.

[@SailriteDIY]

+iñaki azpiazu Thanks!

[@kvonahlefeldt]

Fantastic video and instruction. Thank you so much, now to get sewing.

[@SailriteDIY]

+Karen von Ahlefeldt Awesome! Glad we could help. Let us know if you have any questions.

[@johnrathbun2943]

Wonderful job And thank you for teaching me the tricks to your job.

[@SailriteDIY]

We love to help!

[@pattykoel274]

Beautiful work, great video. I’m way too intimidated for this project though!

[@christinewilson650]

You have inspired me to have a go. What a good job you made.

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@maryvanhaaren3659]

excellent videos! Thank you

[@reddoorupholstery3854]

Thank you so much for the class

[@hyesunstuart1320]

Amazing!

[@musiqluvme13]

I think I'll start with a plain fabric until perfection before using pattern material. Still, this is awesome THANK YOU!

[@SailriteDIY]

You are welcome! Let us know if you have questions.

[@keyocurry6662]

Great detailed instructions!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@Julia-qf8eh]

Sindy., You are a marvel! Great work. You amaze me. I feel for your hands, though. Keep up your good work. And Happy New year.

[@esme221000]

I love your tutorial!!!!!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@donnaharrell3432]

Great videos! Great teacher!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!

[@tomharrar2196]

Awesome helpful video

[@winstonnurse4426]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

You're very welcome!

[@kennedy20007]

Wow Cindi is a pro!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@nicegurl408]

I’m new to sewing. Last night I tried to repair a seat cushion (t shape). I just realized that I need a different foot attachments, so I’ll have to redo it all. My issue now is, that the “band” already has the piping sewed on for both sides... ugh. I wish I had money so I could just pay someone to fix it 😕 I’m going to rewatch this video carefully so I can learn. Thanks!

[@skenney8325]

Hats off -- however! I did have more trouble understanding this than I did with the chair itself. I have sat and watched both videos through all the way so that I kind of know what is coming or what to expect. I expect to a lot of the marking and notch cutting! Thanks! Can't wait to get started on a similar [antique] chair that I have had for years. Thank goodness it doesn't have that back cushion!! I have so many pieces that need to be redone, I hope I can figure this out. Oh! I have a furniture dolly, bought at Harbor Freight for $8.00 that would be so easy to turn into the rolling table that would be so easy and make this so much easier. It would already have the frame and wheels -- I want to add a piece of plywood and maybe build it up -- or just sit on a low stool and leave it as is. Anyway, a simple way to make the turn-table. Thanks again.

[@SailriteDIY]

+SKenneyGIrl Tan Glad you liked it. Let us know if you have questions along the way of your next project. Hey - a cool turn table how to make video can be found here: www.sailrite.com/How-to-Make-an-Upholstery-Work-Table-Video

[@heidistauff1]

Great video! Really helped me with my first project.

[@SailriteDIY]

Glad we could help!!!

[@sandrayoung336]

Cindy is fantastic!!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@subaluxmiteeluck9581]

Wonderful ❤️

[@christypoos9728]

Cindy is an amazing seamstress. Took me 30 years to learn how to match like that. Awesome job.

[@debo4706]

Thank you

[@guyvandevenne4829]

Vous êtes super merci sailrite merci merci

[@SailriteDIY]

Merci pour votre commentaire positif!

[@daytonpyro]

Cindi is amazing

[@saraarceo9927]

Excelente!!!!!!!

[@twilightzonepinball]

Great video.! How do you like up the layers of fabric? They look offset in the video.

[@bashbrannigan8509]

These are great instructional aides. I hope I can manage this on my 30 year old Singer.

[@SailriteDIY]

+Bash Brannigan Yes, you can do it. Let us know if you have questions.

[@skenney8325]

+Sailrite I have a question about the sewing foot. I, too, am on an old machine. I think it's fine, but what exactly is that foot? Is it an upholstery foot, special, or what? I did a search on your site and did not see any sold individually anyway. A lot of what when on seemed to be going right along because of that foot "doing the work," as she said. Thanks!

[@skenney8325]

+SKenneyGIrl Tan My machine is also a Singer, going on about 25+ years, just FYI. I am going to look for that foot, but would love some input! Thanks again.

[@lindaschenk1184]

You do not need a walking foot. Your regular sewing foot will work just fine so do not go out and purchase a foot. More than likely you will not be able to find a walking foot for a home sewing machine. Most are available for industrial type machines.

[@majlindacokllaku4075]

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[@Spetet]

Could you sew the batting to the foam to keep it from slipping?

[@jordjosh2]

Wow I’ve never seen Piping sewn on the bottom n top plates. Got to try this. Is it easier this way then Sewing iping to the boxing