PROUD OF THIS! | How to Make Your Own Bench Seat Covers! | 1963 F100 INTERIOR UPHOLSTERY

[@sjj500]

This video gives me hope! Thanks for sharing!

[@JakeHarrington]

You are so welcome!

[@robertsherman9975]

I applaud you with your first attempt. Having done upholstery years ago. One pointer is having exact measurements of the seat and backrest. The old covers had stretched with years of use. It’s a learning process. Overall you accomplished what you set out to do. I’m interested in what type of needle and thread you used. Most home machines can handle a leather needle and heavy duty thread for strength. Again, hats off to you for going for it ! 👍🏻

[@SwiftestTailor]

I have just started learning auto upholstery and have sewn garments and accessories most of my life. That's IMPRESSIVE that you sewed vinyl with a domestic machine!! Most of my newer home machines wimp out on 2 layers of denim let alone vinyl inserts. Good work and I am glad you are enjoying your new seats!

[@JakeHarrington]

Thank you! I really need to invest in a better machine! Do you have any suggestions?

[@SwiftestTailor]

@@JakeHarrington Well I am using a Consew 226 which is a walking foot industrial. It is possible to find one used and they run about 900 - 1200 or so, depending on your area. Really, any industrial walking foot machine will be good for heavy materials like vinyl and light leather. For a more versatile machine that can handle light to heavy kinds of projects, you can't go wrong with an older Pfaff or a Brother Exedra. I have had really good experience with both. I hope you are enjoying your sewing adventures!

[@DAquingil]

Looks good, and I’m very impressed by the pleats and the inserts. I’m starting the upholstery on my ‘26 Model T, and this explains a lot.

[@MigdaliaQuinones-p7u]

Nice 👍 job!😊

[@sgribb02]

That looks great! Good job. I am doing the same on an old GM bench seat. Thanks for sharing.

[@JakeHarrington]

Thank you for watching! I hope this gives you some ideas! Good luck on your seat!

[@jonesingaround3260]

You got the pleats, compleated 🤣 looks good! I'm about to do the seat in my 81 pickup, so I'm watching videos to get ideas

[@JakeHarrington]

The pun was there the whole time and I missed it 🤣 It's a fun project! Very much worth it!

[@alexward4569]

Nice job 👍 I love the truck !

[@JakeHarrington]

Glad you like it! There will be many more updates to come!

[@Alan-Riggin]

Good job I like it!

[@truckinwithred7175]

The seat look great. I am about to do the same for my 65 f250 bench seat. I thought about finding a nice king ranch bench but why not try and do what you did. Keep the content coming!

[@JakeHarrington]

Thank you! This was a true challenge for me! Had to get a few birds nests in the sewing machine, before attempting anything! In the end, I am happy with it. Most definitely a skill I'm glad I attempted to learn!

[@mysteriomarvel933]

How about the 1965 or 1966 Ford V8 circular embossed logo stamp detail?

[@Jeweled_and_tooled_customs]

Hey I work with leather as a professional I hand tool usually but you did a good job 👏 I’m about to redo my truck seats in real leather so it lasts longer

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Hey Jake, did you ever have any bleed through issues with the sharpie bleeding through from the back side?

[@ramcentralstation]

What kind of thread did you use and where did you get your upholstery material ?

[@rachelfields7586]

HI THERE. Love the seat! How much material did this take?

[@JakeHarrington]

I used this product! amzn.to/3F04fUM I ordered 4 yards of blue, and 3 yards of white, and had plenty of material left over! It was pretty good quality material! Still looks like the day I made the cover!

[@Jason1Pa]

I tried once to do a seat in a street rod. Turned out just ok. I can see why people charge big bucks to do it! I may have it done professionally again if it bothers me enough. Like you said it don't hurt to try

[@JakeHarrington]

I agree! Ill be honest with how well this holds up! Lol if it fails miserably, I'll share that! 🤣 I feel like it looks good for now!

[@andrewsipling2531]

Thought about doing this today when I went to to hobby lobby for something and I saw the fabrics. My seat is falling apart

[@JakeHarrington]

It's worth a try! Mine are still holding up just fine! Even though the truck never gets driven lol

[@hescornbread]

How much to make for a 73 Impala

[@cheyennehall4420]

Where did you get your material from?

[@JakeHarrington]

I ordered it on Amazon! I can try to find the product name if you'd like. They have several color choices too!

[@cheyennehall4420]

Yes please! I would greatly appreciate it! 😊

[@JakeHarrington]

@@cheyennehall4420 www.amazon.com/dp/B07MJHSK6J?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share I went back through the order history and found it! Great stuff and still holds up really well! Cleans very easy too!

[@cheyennehall4420]

You are a life saver thank you so so much!!

[@JakeHarrington]

@@cheyennehall4420 glad I can help! Anything other questions, I'm happy to help!

[@charlespartak2435]

i dont know how in the world you did that with a typical home sewing machine. you really need a walking foot .

[@JakeHarrington]

It wasn't the easiest, but got the job done lol

[@dodgeramsport01]

Because there is more than one way to do something

[@kylahaggard9979]

you know the first thing I did with a stimulant check was redo the carpet in my car... oh wait no i paid rent and bought food.. you know, to survive

[@JakeHarrington]

Apparently automotive carpet is a good way to get through quarantine lol