How to Make Armchair Cushions

[@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!!!

[@blumenaue7590]

‘Artisan Upholstery Studio’ taught me to staple the pieces together. Works for me. Easy pulling them out. Using a plier stapler from Bostitch. No fabric movement that way.

[@nukya]

I love the optimism of the narrator!

[@TreasureShama]

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.

[@donnamaco1]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes she is. Thanks and good suggestion.

[@sandiwilson5376]

Beautiful work great job Cindy 😊

[@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!

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@susanfinnell1117]

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

[@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!

[@1979augistine]

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[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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. :-)

[@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.

[@gretahelphrey7842]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@delorisbinners3804]

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[@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!

[@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!

[@gigglegrl7405]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

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

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@pinkypromise111]

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

[@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!

[@cyclelogic7079]

i love watching a skilled craftsman at work great tutorial

[@SailriteDIY]

I am glad you liked it. Thanks!!!

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[@luigibenignochiappero5589]

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

[@stefcrane2182]

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

[@christypoos9728]

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

[@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!!!

[@juliaisla-ferrer2214]

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

[@elizabethhall8419]

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

[@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!

[@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!!!!

[@globalfamily8172]

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

[@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!!!!

[@johnrathbun2943]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

We love to help!

[@hernameiswoman]

I’ve watch all the videos for this chair project. In your professional approach and all your knowledge applied, how many hours did it take YOU to do it, knowing a novice like me, would need much more time.

[@SailriteDIY]

Filming usually doubles the amount of time it takes to finish a project. If we had not been filming we could have finished the whole chair including the cushion in less than 8 hours.

[@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.

[@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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[@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.

[@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....

[@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.

[@nshort3390]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@dawnmarieheaton0614]

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

[@davidmckeown5042]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!

[@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.

[@jmmacb03]

Great video since it shows diff ways of handling problems with original cushion. Great job both of you.

[@SailriteDIY]

+jmmacb03 Glad we could help!

[@Makeup-tipss]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@987654321mnbv]

Thank you so much for the detailed instructions!

[@christinewilson650]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@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!

[@monsooniphone]

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

[@minervarichardson659]

Great neat work, perfect tutorial , will the overlap at the zipper be sewn down

[@SailriteDIY]

The zipper has a flange of fabric that helps to hide the zipper's teeth, it is on both sides of the zipper. No, it is not sewn down.

[@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

[@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.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

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

[@nancygibson2659]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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 :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@irisfeliciano4639]

Cindy you did a great job.

[@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

[@kathyrusche901]

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

[@donnaharrell3432]

Great videos! Great teacher!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!

[@pamelagreene9417]

Perfect video! Thank you!

[@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.

[@kennedy20007]

Wow Cindi is a pro!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@pattykoel274]

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

[@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.

[@alwaystakethebike7384]

Is there advantage to using foam piping instead of polyester piping/cording? I am working on an indoor cushion with heavier upholstery fabric. Excellent & detailed video. I learn a lot & get inspired from the Sailrite YT tutorials!

[@SailriteDIY]

Foam piping works well, but is not as soft as a "Medium Welting Cord" which is made of a polypropylene filler. So... the medium welting cord, in my opinion feels a little more comfortable than the foam cording.

[@SailriteDIY]

I notices that you asked about Polyester cording, I seldom use Polyester cording, but I know it too is soft and could be used.

[@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

[@jerrilomax3242]

Liked the video, however, is it necessary to add cording to the seat cushion?

[@guyvandevenne4829]

Vous êtes super merci sailrite merci merci

[@SailriteDIY]

Merci pour votre commentaire positif!

[@blumenaue7590]

Question. When cutting boxing, it seems to me that with 5” cushion, let’s say, cutting 6” boxing, which is 5” plus seam allowances, is too big. Not sure of the exact formula, but, illuminating the seam allowance on the boxing only, seems to make for a plumper, tighter fitting cushion cover. (This would apply to 4”, 3” etc.) What’s your formula. Thanks love your videos, and I purchased the Fabricator from Sailrite and LOVE it.

[@joane8651]

Cindy, you are a great teacher

[@SailriteDIY]

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

[@inakiazpiazu5707]

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

[@SailriteDIY]

+iñaki azpiazu Thanks!

[@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.

[@Rapelinteriors]

This tutorial is amazing! Thank you so much

[@SailriteDIY]

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

[@dane5678]

thank you again....i just finished the interior cover for a dense foam dog bed using your method for corners and zippers, and it worked out great!!!! i too did a wrap around zipper with the fold that goes over the top and bottom of the zipper as it allows greater ease of getting the foam in and out when needed. i do have one question....where the fold overlaps the end of the zippers, there is a opening in the fabric as i did not sew the top cover over the end of the fabric with the zipper ends...is that normal or should i sew it. i don't recall seeing that in the video. once again thanks a bunch!

[@SailriteDIY]

The folds over the ends of the zippers are simply a section of the boxing folded over to provide a pocket, the sewing of the boxing to the plates secures these pockets in place. I hope that helps answer your question.

[@Msleelee9487]

love watching her! simply amazing

[@nharis1401]

So helpful, thank you for this video

[@SailriteDIY]

You're so welcome!

[@twilightzonepinball]

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

[@suecox2308]

Excellent tutorial--thank you!

[@keyocurry6662]

Great detailed instructions!

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@maryriser7836]

I was wondering why you didn't glue more foam to the inside foam that was cut short?

[@cristinamercuri7493]

Great job

[@SailriteDIY]

I'm glad you think so!

[@janejara1250]

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

[@Spetet]

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

[@maryvanhaaren3659]

excellent videos! Thank you

[@majlindacokllaku4075]

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[@tomharrar2196]

Awesome helpful video