How to Upholster a Curved Back! Pro Tips!!

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Aimee shows you how to get PERFECT results on your curved back!
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[@user-es8zk6hl1r]

Hello Aimee , thank you “ question for you on the type of sewing foot , as you attached the cording to the fabric ,

[@lindaloftus8780]

You go into much more detail than anyone else. Thank you for that. You have another hooked on your channel.

[@bunnykins1450]

I have this same singer sewing machine. Gosh but I am delighted to see another. It belonged to my grandmother who was an haute couturière in Paris. My still functions with the leather gearing coil. I still have the receipt of 1947, likely one of the most early industrial sewing machines. I use to make my school clothes on it. Today I make wedding gowns and other things too.

[@Brigitteization]

Love the fabric!

[@rolfsencarey]

Marvellous chair.

[@blumenaue7590]

Great instructions.

[@sueett9546]

Dear Amiee Your videos gave me to courage to tackle my first project. I turned out super nice. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge with us. Love from Switzerland Sue

[@missiongravity]

Another great video of you making it look so effortless. Nicely done!

[@delaney157]

Great work thank you for sharing

[@sewndebisdream6953]

So glad I found you on here ... I see my works in you! You're very good! Enjoy watching you...🤗 Very talented and blessed you are!🙏

[@robduncan6554]

I like watching you work ,from my engineering principles, point of view as I am jousting out thank you,ROB.melb.

[@user-hh4te3ik3b]

Thank you for the beautiful video❤

[@yasfaaslam1319]

Excellent video exactly what I needed. Thnx

[@evvie01]

My chair doesn't have that much stuffing, and I'm trying to make a slip cover but this does help, especially with back fitting technique.

[@HandyBear]

That's a cool sewing table!

[@ivanbullen4284]

Awesome as usual mate.

[@richardjames6111]

Watching again as Im doing a tub chair. Just noticed the half "V" cut to go around the front posts at the deck and arm! A tineey tiny winey light bulb has just come on in my brain : ) These videos are so useful, massive thanks and keep posting please. All the best from South Wales UK X

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Thanks so much! I’m glad you’re finding them useful 😊

[@stuarthutchin7686]

Hi Aimee. I am impressed with your skill and speed. You have a natural feel for the craft and I spent 19 years doing upholstery. I am a bit surprised that you upholster the seats first. I was always taught to upholster the inside arms followed by the inside back and the seat last. I did learn that you can be shown 2 or 3 ways to do things, but then find your own way. Whatever works for you I guess👍

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

I went to trade school, and this was what I was taught.

[@jonesie8377]

Thank you so much for your video. I've been binge watching your videos (new subscriber!) and they are SO helpful!

[@SuperDanest]

EXCELLENT WORK...!!!

[@mallikagamage7295]

good job very helpful info; we going redo our dining chairs very soon thks

[@shenamedley9784]

Omg- I have Tommy Bahama chairs like this- you make it seem possible! I’m a fan of

[@lindsaygilmore1771]

2am and I'm watching another great inspirational and informative video by the one and only Amiee. Normal service has resumed, watching you just makes me want to go and be creative. More please.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

As always, Lindsay, thank you for your kind words of encouragement!

[@peachstoneful]

Awesome! You make that look so easy!

[@mayradell3953]

You did a wonderful job with this chair too! I am curious as with a similar chair that has a a different arm decoration if you have a sample.

[@breblizz4321]

You’re awesome, now every time I see furniture on the road I want to take it home cause I know you can show me how to fix it

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Do it! Save all the chairs!

[@sun2sand2snow]

Thanks for 2 great videos, what a treat.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Thank you ❤️

[@shirleyferst8012]

Thank you so much for sharing. I have 2 antique chairs with curved backs i want to reaporste.

[@mirtaisolinaharoharo3869]

Hola amy!! Soy maxi de argentina y gracias a vos pude terminar esta misma silla pero en pana amarilla.te mando un cordial saludo y muchas gracias

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

¡Gracias por ver!

[@tonyfreitas5048]

Não consigo parar de assistir seus vidios, não sei se são seus olhos lindos ou seu trabalho. Estou escrito e já saio dando like. Adoro você!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Muito obrigado pelo seu apoio! 😊

[@herbhess730]

Great job Amiee! I really appreciate the details that you provide us. Beautiful work. Thanks so much. More please!

[@maurobartuli]

Perfect

[@reyjunior8690]

Hello! Thanks for this video. I found out that the material I need to replace my tub chair is called a Cambric Dust Cover. This is attached underneath the tub chair. Mine was torn and I wanted to replace it. Now, I need to look for your video on replacing a vintage chair or tub chair leg. Just want to do it right the first time. Replacing the Cambric Dust Cover material is SO easy. I'm glad I looked at your video before hiring a professional to do that simple re-stapling job. Wow!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Check to see if your legs unscrew. Then they’ll be easy to replace as the bolts are a standard size

[@reyjunior8690]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Hi! Thanks for the tips. Original legs were screwed to chair with two screws. Would you suggest a corner plate and using a hanger bolt to replace legs? Legs I ordered have NO hanger bolts. Or just carefully drilling a thin screw through leg into the chair, as originally built. Both options seem good, but I wonder if a corner bracket would raise the front legs a little higher than just attaching the legs directly. I am replacing two front legs. Back legs are okay. Again, without seeing my tub chair, thanks for your expertise and tips. They are GREATLY appreciated!!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

It’s always easiest to do what was originally done, rather than reinvent the wheel

[@shanehembree7659]

You definitely are quite skilled. I am in the process of restoring a Vintage 1970s barrel back accent chair, and would like to use burgundy leather and do Diamond Tufting. Is that possible with a barrel back chair? Thank you

[@tammmmyr]

Great vid! I picked this up for $20 and now im more confident I can do it. I'm gonna skip the attached cushion and just add padding on the back.

[@tammmmyr]

Was gonna add pic but couldn't figure out how. 😄

[@ainashburn]

Do you have any tips for sewing the covers to make it removable for easy washing? I have the exact same curvature of the chair

[@mayradell3953]

That is one of my favorite chairs. Do you have a favorite chair and have you consider duplicating it?

[@jckennedy6266]

So happy to find your tutorial, almost the exact chair I am about to tackle as a novice! I have a question, as a slipcover sewer, I would be inclined to create my piping with fabric cut on the bias. Is this not necessary when upholstering?

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

It’s not necessary in upholstery, though some people will tell you otherwise. In my experience, cutting on the bias is a waste of fabric, and is almost always unnecessary.

[@nasseralgadri8775]

u great good job

[@Cradley684]

Nice job Aimee, sure you will get them subscribers, And Stay Safe !!!. XX

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Thanks Brian

[@bbgoldkey1]

fabtastic

[@ashleycooper9494]

Amiee, I just found your channel and immediately subscribed. Thank you for sharing all you awesome knowledge. I am hooked on all your videos and really want to take up upholstering. One question, how did you add the piping around the edge of the chair? ( where you cut the fabric away) you may have covered this in a previous video, if so, which one should I watch? Thank you SO much!!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

It’s the Trimming Your Chair video you’re looking for. Thanks for watching!

[@ARZARZ87]

respect

[@samanthafelsbourg7389]

For what instances do you use the cotton padding vs. the dacron batting? Love your videos! Thank you!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Upholstery is an art, not a science. Use your best judgement!

[@ivanbullen4284]

Nice top

[@jamesmjohnson7251]

Very excellent tutorial. I am doing a similar chair. There is not a pattern to mark and cut the inside back material from and no indentations to judge where to join the material around the curve at the arms. You marked and cut your material in an ellipse, flared out at the top and bottom. Is there a way to measure and cut the ellipse based on those measurements so the material takes the proper shape of the curve. Thanks for your videos. You are the best.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

It’s not something that needs to be precise. It’s more of an art than a science. The flares at the top should meet up when they wrap over the top edge, then you can duplicate that flare on the bottom.

[@johncoffey7180]

Love you videos!!! I'm doing a similar type chair with a solid fabric, I'm not wanting piping between the arms and back......I'm assuming you'd just stitch the panels together just the same......asking for a newbie (ME)....thanks

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Correct

[@wjm6749]

Hi Aimee, you are an inspiration! Being an amateur, still attempting to upholster a chair. Would you have any suggestions where to buy material online. What weight of material to use. Any info would be helpful. Just finished dismantling. Now I need fabric. This fabric is beautiful. You might already have a video. Have a great day. Thanks again for your very professional videos.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Hi, I wouldn’t recommend buying fabric online. You need to be able to feel it and see it to know it is suitable for upholstery. Thank you for the video idea...fabric for upholstery is a great topic to cover.

[@manuelguillen4929]

Ilike you working verygod

[@alisonjohnson1715]

Hi, please can you tell me how to do the outside of the back of the tub chair. Thanks

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

You will find complete upholstery instructions on my website Upholstery Life - upholstery.life/?page_id=949

[@solwong1338]

How many tapes have you cut through with that method? Oh wait, that would be me asking myself that lol. Another masterful lesson by Miss Aimee. Let's all get her to 10000 subs people. She deserves 100000 + but let's get her to 10000 first!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Thanks Sol ❤️

[@rosejoshi1988]

That was so good ! Was wondering if you could do a video on how to reupholster an arm chair

[@HansWahlgren_Stureby]

I find it difficult to cut off enough fabric, I am always afraid that the fabric will scratch. Interesting to see how a real professional does.

[@paulnelson134]

It would take me 2 days to do that. Of course this is just a hobby for me. Do you have any videos of you doing a recliner? That would help me a lot.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

I don’t do recliners

[@paulnelson134]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio smart

[@billbrammer1]

How do you decide to use the old stuffing versus replacing it with foam or something else? I have a really old chair and I know there is either horse hair or straw in it.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

It depends on whether or not you want to keep your chair authentic. It will lose all its antique value if you replace the old paddings with foam, so I always keep antiques as original as possible. Foam will break down in a matter of years, horsehair will never break down in normal, indoor conditions.

[@stormypuurl]

How do you attach the back???

[@pepeleseb]

Tidy!

[@wendyengland2472]

Hi Please can you advise me! Can I use metal tack strip on the inside back as well as the outside back of my tub chair? Thanks Wendy UK

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

You can use it wherever it helps you, but I’ve personally never used it on the inside back.

[@wendyengland2472]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Thank you so much for responding. Is there any reason you have not used ply grip for the inside back? I will be piping but I just don ‘t see away to cover stapes or tacks if I don’t use ply grip . Wendy

[@maryllincoln2651]

What model of staple gun and what size and brand of staples are you using?

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Links are in the description

[@jacquelyn4374]

You have the cutest face and personality

[@steven6068]

Hi Amy, Amazon is out of stock for the staple shooter and have now information for that model. They have a MT 7116 is this ok and what size nose would be best? Also, the device comes with staples. Is there a size that would be mostly used? I would imagine need a few different sizes. Please let me know which model i should pick or maybe a different model that works best for you. Thank you, Steven

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

amzn.to/49JI44r this one is a fine replacement, with a long nose. It will work fine for the price, I have 4 with the short nose. They’re not professional, but they’re good enough. Thanks for letting me know that they’re sold out. 22 gauge 3/8” C crown staples are what you’re looking for.

[@steven6068]

Hi Any, get the length of 3/8 “ for the T-50 style with the longer nose. Thank you for your time, Steven

[@steven6068]

The length of staples are 1/4 to 5/8. The say that stainless steel would be best for Upholstery.

[@DIYHomeofMine]

What is the manual stapler called, which you used to pin the fabrics together?

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

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[@DIYHomeofMine]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Thank you! I ordered one for myself.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

You will be glad you did! 😊

[@DIYHomeofMine]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio It's so frustrating that the pins don't hold the fabric panels together very securely and they tend to move while sewing. I hope this stapler takes care of this problem. Thank you once again.

[@calaismcneely1676]

How can a take a curved back and make it look like a channel back as well? Im trying to redo my victorian chairs and im ambitious lol

[@fertilitydoc1]

What was the tool you used to secure the side seams with the piping. It looked like a hand held basting tool.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Regulator

[@grandmashouse8734]

I googled upholstery regulator, and all I found appeared to be long hand needles.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Pretty much. You can order one here: amzn.to/2OqdYhT

[@thebrokenbone]

awesome! the deja vu was a nice touch ;D. i recently got a stapler like the one you have and i´d like to ask how much oil you put on the thing to survive. you staple staple omg. my stapler is oozing a little and i don´t want to stain things, but want the tool to last... thanks so much for sharing!.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Honestly, I don’t oil them very often. Maybe every 4 months, and they get heavy use. I’ve had the, since 2014 and have had no problems with them yet.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Sorry about the déjà video...editing isn’t my strong suit I guess 🤪

[@thebrokenbone]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio thanks!

[@thebrokenbone]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio your videos are great! i enjoyed every part. and the camera angles are the best for us to see what you are doing and how you are pulling and blending the materials.

[@cmcer1995]

I was going to watch this shortly after you posted, which this one was a quick turn-around, but got busy landscaping. You always make it look so easy to do this piping, and then slapping on more padding...the advantage of being a highly skilled Artisan. Was there a repeat at 15:33 and 22:13 "going to do other side immediately?" I just read below where someone else noted the same. As you said before, your not an expert at video editing...yet, but who cares, I watch you because I appreciate your upholstery skills. Thank you.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Thank you for paying attention! My son is going to help me fix it 😊

[@cmcer1995]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio I liked your response below that you were just seeing if we were paying attention. I hang on every word you say!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Aw, thanks! And, the issue has been fixed!

[@cmcer1995]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Hi Aimee, I just checked on those shears you recommended and Amazon said that they can't be shipped to my address?? Are these a terrorist weapon? I don't think we have any in Colorado!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Haha...In a Canada we use a different Amazon site, and I only figured out after attaching all the CANADIAN links that I have to go through everything again for the American Amazon site because most of my viewers are lovely Americans of course! 🤪😂😭 This KZbin thing isn’t easy!!

[@aircates]

So what kind of extra padding was that? It looked like baled cotton.

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Yes, it’s cotton

[@terryq9966]

Nice technique Aimee... Only question I had ..... It looked like everything after about the 22 minute mark was a repeat of footage done earlier. I noticed this when you talked about the fabric and pulling some staples at the top left shoulder and restretchiing the fabric. Did I miss something? Thanks...

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Hmm, not sure about that. It seems in order to me, but I’m not a professional video editor, by any means. Thank you for watching past the 22 minute mark! 😁

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Just looked at it again...you’re correct, there’s an extra clip in there! 🤔don’t know how to fix it now. 🤪

[@aircates]

Artisan Upholstery Studio.... Nah, Aimee. It wasn’t a video editing error... You were repeating for emphasis......😉

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

And making sure you’re paying attention 👍

[@terryq9966]

@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio boy, am I glad of that. I was always accused of falling asleep in biochemistry class back in the day, but THIS, this I pay attention to. LOL 😜🤯

[@faithcox1497]

How to finish the "back" of a tub chair

[@SewJenny]

On average, how long does a chair like this take you to finish?

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Stripping, wood refinishing, frame tightening, reupholstering and finishing touches = 4 hours + 25 years experience.

[@josephd.4890]

😘

[@SteaminPile]

Where's your Instagram!?! How do I follow!?!

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

@artisan_upholstery thanks!

[@-Oclock]

It actually makes me nervous seeing your sewing machine go so fast. Ive had needles explode on mine xd

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Whoa. That’s never happened to me, maybe yours should be looked for timing issues!

[@MeMe-yc7uq]

Why is the sound is soooooo low? LOL

[@lotlot]

Not as clearly explained, step by step, as usual

[@Pepsi_Please]

You're amazing Aimee! When viewing your side, I couldn't help noticing the angled stripes on your top form PERFECT V's from armpit to the bottom. Since I subbed I notice things like that all the time now. In random every day items. ESPECIALLY when patterns DON'T line up! 🫣

[@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio]

Haha! That’s hilarious! Keep noticing the small things! 😊