Miniature Upholstered Arm Chair with Free Template (Subscriber Requested)

[@christycarter9777]

So, if you’re like me and need to make one of these chairs and you have everything except the quilt batting- and the thought of going to the craft store AGAIN makes you want to punch things- then I am here to tell you that three or four layers of paper towel glued to the sides and back works just as well!! (Who’s gonna know??) For the chair seat, I used a kitchen sponge (clean, I’m not a sadist) cut down to size for the chair seat. Just a helpful tip!!

[@fairytale8424]

Exactly, i was also thinking to use kitchen sponge. What a coincidence 🤭

[@amandajones6481]

That's a great idea - using foam from a new sponge. You can also use felt instead of quilt batting to cover the foam board. I made Ara's little chair out of thick cardboard and then covered it with felt, using only the tacky glue (I never have much luck with hot glue!!) And then I did the rest of it by following Ara's instructions, and it turned out well. It's a good idea to look at what you already have around the house before you buy anything. Love from Amanda Jones in Australia

[@FathimaShima-kw4gq]

Thank you very much for the tips❤

[@katbird5775]

Great tip! Yes, nobody's going to know once it's all put together! I also like to use the thin sheet foam wrapping stuff that is used in packing to protect fragile items. I save it every time I buy/receive something that it's packed in. It's easy to cut with scissors and tacky glue will hold it to foam board or wood. But your idea for using paper towels is really the best, since most households have them handy!

[@katbird5775]

​​@@amandajones6481,yes, felt makes a great cushiony effect under fabric!!

[@colleenanderson2485]

I copied the pieces at 200% on my copier and made a small chair out of 1 1/2 inch pink insulating foam for my soon to be 2 year old granddaughter. Turned out fabulous. Thanks Ara.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

That's awesome! I have often thought of doing something like that too just to see if its possible! Good to know that it is!

[@renaebona1931]

Thank you Ara. I just made the chair and found out it's not as easy as it looks when you do it. I am new to this craft, but the chair turned out great. I am really happy with it and now will be making the ottoman to match. Thanks again for your great videos, I had no idea I wanted to do miniatures until I came across your wonderful channel.

[@ianfelgate7258]

Thank you so much for this. I followed along with your instructions at 1/6 scale and I just couldn't believe what I achieved...wow! So now I'm in the process of making a three seater couch to match plus another single seater. I have copied your templates onto cardboard so they will last longer.

[@moa_lari]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I loved it and it was so easy and fun to follow. I didn't have the foam board and quilt batting so I replaced them with cardboard and felt, but my chair still turned out great.

[@donnafranquemont4206]

I worked all weekend trying to make an upholstered chair for an American Girl Doll....your video did the trick! Thank you thank you

[@AHappyHoarder]

Great tutorial! It took my friend, Nancy @littletreasuresbynancy 4 hours on our livestream to make her first one but she was so determined to use PLAID fabric that getting the pattern lined up was all part the challenge! Her chair turned out so cute!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!! I need to go check out her live stream and say hi! Lining of lines of any fabric will definitely take some time! ;)

[@samarasonik]

This is awesome! I've been looking at how to try and upcycle plastic dollhouse furniture and make it look more realistic by adding fabric. This is a great tutorial!

[@kittyallen5294]

I have made this chair but I printed it out on A3 paper and it fitted a Barbie sized doll perfectly

[@andysanto6767]

Just watched this about 187 times making the chair and it was super worth it! Thank you!!

[@sophiephilips-roberts3311]

Thank you for this tutorial and pattern! I was searching all over the internet for an armchair for a doll that wasn't a standard size, but with the downloadable template, I can make the chair to fit her! I'm so excited and inspired to get to work :)

[@dom6465]

Les découpes sont faites ds quelle matière.

[@lacemakr]

I hope this is as easy as you make it look. I really appreciate the free download. Also love your videos. Your instructions are so good!

[@cgo5915]

So cute! This is an EXCELLENT tutorial!! I followed along with ease and made a chair for my house. Turned out well. I used medium sized wood beads for the legs- a little different but it works! Thank you!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Fantastic!! If you share it on instagram be sure to tag me! I'd love to see!

[@meganthomas3212]

Someone used chopsticks as legs because they're already tapered and there wood! you can cut them at any length you'd like

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Oh yes that's a great idea!

[@leahf0529]

@Lèmon Lēe I ordered these for Walmart delivery and they substituted them for fried rice 🤷🏻‍♀️😂🤣 I couldn’t stop laughing.

[@kateclemens9908]

This is an awesome tutorial, thank you! Really looking forward to making it! Perhaps a matching ottoman next? xx

[@jeancoombs7213]

Starting my dollhouse renovation soon. I'm saving this as this is exactly the kind of chair I'd like to have in the living room. Thanks!

[@debbiegoble9836]

Very good very pretty nice great u can use them as pin cushions too... Love it

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Fun idea Debbie!!

[@shirleymiller9267]

Thank you! This is by far the best tutorial I have seen yet on upholstering a side chair. I am going to make several now that you have demonstrated the process so well. I also appreciate how careful you are with the work you are creating. Attention to detail makes such a difference. The chairs are wonderful.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad you like the tutorial and I hope you enjoy crafting your chairs!! -Ara

[@keepingitreal1572]

Loved how you showed us step by step with alot of patience!!!! Thank u

[@joannat6571]

I would love to see a round tufted ottoman, with fringe, but for a 1/4 size BJD. I love how you make your projects understandable. I can’t wait to try this chair in a 1/4 size

[@Annejuli]

Thanks Ara, that was a really fun video. Your chair turned out perfectly and you made it seem so easy. I love your choice of fabric too :)

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad you enjoyed it!!! I hope it is easy!! That's also why I wanted to include a template so anyone who wants to try it has a starting point :) Thank you

[@ginenelafontaine8343]

I'm grateful for your instructions and patterns. Thank you so much.

[@AngelaOrtner]

This tutorial is INCREDIBLE! I just made one a little smaller than 1:24 scale and it's so stinkin' cute!

[@jenniferhilliard2249]

I have used this pattern a lot. This weekend I shrunk it down to make quarter scale and it still worked great! Thanks for all you do!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I saw your post! They look so cool and I am so glad this pattern has been so helpful!

[@jeanweaver2396]

WOW- This 'tute' is awesome. Beautifully demonstrated. I want to make some of these for my twp Gr8 grand daughters, they are too small to play with them at this time...but my daughter-their Gramma- will save them forthe girls until they can. I'll watch down from heaven. Thank you kindly for sharing.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad to hear it will be helpful for you. I have a piece of dollhouse furniture that was my grandmothers and it is my dearest treasure. I know they will appreciate your hard work for them💕💕

[@nancyrallen]

Thank you so much for sharing. My cousin had a Doll House Shope and made beautiful commissioned mansions. When he was in Florida, Disney wanted to commission him to make a miniature Disney Land. He had to turn them down as he was getting older and it would require him to live forever. lol. lI have worked with materials for most of my life and would love to make this chair. I love this vintage wing backs and I am sitting in one right now. Thank for the download. Hugs. Oh, by the way, I am vintage also.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Wow thats an amazing story but I understand that would have been a HUGE undertaking! I hope you have fun trying out the chair tutorial. Several people have said it worked well for them :)

[@donnakleinsteuber7879]

just found this, I love it, the first one turned out perfect thanks to your easy to follow instructions, looking forward to seeing more of what you create

[@katbird5775]

I always enjoy your video tutorials sooo much. Thank you for sharing this awesome armchair tut!!🌹

[@patriciahayes7127]

Thanks Joanne..made a 144th scale dollhouse for my 1:12th dollhouse nursery..so cute...got the house full of furniture from a miniaturist club I belonged to...wish I could send you a photo. Trish😍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Sounds adorable!! You can always post pictures to my FB page that is also called "Bentley House Minis" I love seeing what you guys create!!

[@kaatjeseye]

I was looking for an Chesterfield chair. I think your chair is a great base for that. Thank you for The template and the tutorial 👍🏻

[@Chloepickle15]

Hey Carla, have you made a chesterfield chair? I would love to see tips for this as I want to try making one too 🌸

[@kaatjeseye]

@@Chloepickle15 Het Chloe, not yet. When I have time I’ll give it a try and let you know.

[@talwar7777777]

Your videos are really helpful for me to make props for miniature set for my video production business. Thanks a lot.

[@lmnopopsicle]

Love! Thank you for the template. I fabric the loose pieces then glue it all together at the end.

[@warmhandswarmheart]

Great video. For the edges, you could also use a contrasting piping like a braid or ribbon.

[@susanpizzio9320]

Thanks for sharing on how to make this chair. Also for sharing the template for it will definitely be giving it a try! More videos like this please.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Susan Pizzio so glad you enjoyed! Let me know how the template and tutorial work for you!

[@friendlyneighbor8339]

Thank you for making this so simple. Im going to make this then try to change the template a little to make some art deco and mid century pieces. I love your videos. Thank you!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I find it to be really easy to adapt and I hope it works well for you!! Thank you for the kind words

[@sloanemeyer1606]

Lots of other techniques out there..... I keep coming back to this one. Easy to follow. Clean, crisp finish. ❤👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank for letting me know ;) That makes me feel wonderful!!

[@enycha22]

I love love how you make everything looks so great with just some cheap supplies. thank you so much.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

So glad you enjoyed the video! I think minis are more fun when they don't always cost a fortune ;)

[@joannecarroll5504]

Fabulous & such lovely fabrics too, Ara. Thanks for making a DIY minis tutorial that's well-explained & super-easy without sacrificing style.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Joanne! It's always good to hear that my tutorials came out coherent!! So glad you enjoyed!

[@edejan]

I am so impressed. I've been struggling with trying to make this chair and just couldn't figure it out. You have made it - not easy - but doable and easy to follow! You are a great creator and a great teacher. Happy to sub!!! :D

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad that its been helpful for you! If you share it online be sure to let me know :) I'd love to see!

[@Caa-gq8xh]

Thank you so much! What a great tutorial! Especially for me, someone with absolutely NO experience in creating miniatures; this video makes me feel that I can do it and accomplish what I set out to do. Subscribing, most definitely!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you and welcome to the channel! Happy creating!

[@janetheise5326]

This is a great tutorial! I have been looking for living room furniture with great fabric, and this is the solution! Thanks so much!

[@donitaintheredwoods2889]

Youre a good teacher. Thanks for making it easy.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you for the kind words! I am glad it was helpful!

[@staceydiekman9716]

I found that cutting the fabric on the bias (to cover arm edges) works much easy when gluing it down

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

I'm looking to see how you upholstered this as I have a half scale one that I am having heaps of trouble with! This is perfect!

[@happyjenny68]

You’ve explained this so very well, seriously the best tutorial I’ve seen regarding diy dollhouse armchair ☺️ well done and thank you!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you! I am so glad you found it helpful!

[@wonderwend1]

That chair looks so comfy

[@cecoya]

Very cute and yes I am going to try this but will casters and pillows to the finished chair, love seat, and sofa. Ahh... who knows maybe even a ottoman too. lol Gonna have some fun, I already have everything I need too, makes it easy. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day

[@elisabethclancy3949]

I use Frey Check ,it keeps fabric from the edges unraveling . I let it dry first . I used it on all kinds of fabrics . Thank you

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great tip! I need to get some!

[@deniseroberts7445]

excellent video. best tutorial I've seen yet. very precise and easy to follow. thank you.

[@salionly]

Thank you. You have mentioned very nicely. And thanks for the template you provided to print. Loved the video. Thanks again.

[@wovenflame6182]

Finished the little upholstered arm chair. Love it! It may be too small for the incoming doll that it was intended for, but if that happens to be the case I'll just enlarge the pattern pieces some and make it again. It was so much fun to make that I won't mind doing it again -- once the intended recipient arrives.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Fantastic!!! This pattern can be blown up to even Barbie size and hold up well.... any larger than that and you may have to reinforce the foam board somehow. I am so glad you enjoyed the process! -Ara

[@HereatJodstas]

@@BentleyHouseMinishow do you make it barbie size newbie miniature person here just found this rabbit hole

[@EmmaMorgan09]

This is a lovely little make! Can’t wait to try it xxxxxx

[@thekatt...]

Really great editing ! And you're pretty hilarious. Well done. ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha thank you💕

[@bafreshour]

This is an awesome video and template that I have modified to make into a Prince chair, thank you for sharing this and your other videos. I used to do miniatures many, many years ago, long before internet. So thankful for technology and people like you who share their creativity. Aloha

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@sharongreenaway6942]

Thank you for this, I have just spent a few hours making one, am now waiting for the legs to dry. Very good pattern and video, I managed to paste the sides the wrong way, but overall was very happy

[@ianfelgate7258]

Haha, me too!

[@sharonmoreau8793]

Thank you it was very enlightening . A BIG BIG thankyou for the template too .I need a chair like this for my Santa . I will send you a pic . Have a great day .

[@raugust6786]

Great videos! Another thing: If your chair is a bit wobbly after the glue on the legs dries, you can get a sheet of sandpaper, set it down, and sand all four leg bottoms at once. I've done that a few times with 1/6 furniture.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great tip! Thank you :)

[@tameralban5804]

thank you very much for your demonstration.....amazing....MD.ALBAN,Tamer from Turkey....

[@AlittleSprite]

Just discovered your wonderful channel. I made a lounge suite very similar to this years ago and upholstered it with a stretch velvet material. It made doing the curves very easy and looked amazing.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Welcome to the channel! Thank you I love trying out new materials!

[@hurstliliana]

Love your chair and excellent way to do it, you made everyone so easy to follow you, what about to do a dinning room chair? and a bed? Thank you so very much 💝

[@Miss_Judy]

Ok... I wasn't going to sub to your Channel because all I'm interested in mainly is just the furniture miniatures. But then at the very end of the video when you're "so done filming" I just thought oh my gosh, I have to subscribe to this person! I really enjoy your furniture and dollhouse miniatures.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Haha well I am very glad you enjoyed it and decided to sub. Even if you don't watch every video I do love to create furniture and they pop up every now and then! Typically with a free pattern ;)

[@Shari_A._]

You find the best fabric. Do you look at your pieces, after you've finished gluing the fabric, and just go "Wow.. That looks good."? Because that's what I found myself doing at least 3 times, or more, while watching this.. haha

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Lol thank you! I made a habit of always walking by the discount fabric bin before leaving the craft store and scooping up any small prints they have! It's left me with several great options when I need them ;)

[@Shari_A._]

@@BentleyHouseMinis I'll have to start doing that. Thanks for the tip.

[@melodyfisher1512]

The chair looks incredible! Great job! I want to try this!👏👏👏

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You totally should! They are a fun build ;)

[@karenglover3955]

Thank you! I built one today by following your instructions. It wasn't perfect but came out really good!

[@geeelouise649]

So glad jazza introduced me to your channel! Your work is amazing!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much😊 And welcome to the channel!!

[@incognitoatunknown2702]

I need to make a pair of slightly over stuffed, oversized chairs for a diorama idea I have. Gonna be watching this video again about 390x and making the pair of them about half the size of these, I guess? Scale is not something I am a master of. Lol I could 3d print but it's just not the same. It's too 'cold feeling.' I may see if I can find a decent chair to print and then build it up with material. That's another possiblity. Either way, your channel is the first place I came when I knew I needed to create something for my miniature diorama.

[@DRN]

Love the result of this, it came out so pretty

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Daniela!

[@belkisgarcia2674]

This is a great tutorial. I would love to see an antique sewing machine with the table

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Great suggestion! I will add it to my idea list ;) Thanks!

[@ElizabethFredman]

Hahaha! Where were you two years ago? Thank you so much for this tutorial! 😀

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Sorry it took me a few years to get started on my minis lol. You are welcome and I am glad it can be handy!

[@heslop10]

A fancy Victorian lounge chair would be really cool. I think that what there call the couches with one arm and no back. All fancy in red velvet.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I will add it to my video idea list! Thanks!

[@scrapfancy]

I love this chair. Will be great for my new haunted dollhouse.

[@windingroad9678]

Just awesome and saves so much money making yourself thanks.

[@ldavanzo44]

Really well done video ! Thank you so very much for sharing this with us ❤

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you so much!!

[@joseluismorenolopez4919]

Saludos desde Barcelona, España. Precioso vídeo y buenísima explicación. Un proyecto que aré nada más terminar el que estoy haciendo. Lo de las pulgadas para los europeos muy complicado pero con la plantilla espectacular ya tengo los cms. Muchas gracias.

[@reneekoehn8397]

love love love you and all your mini's

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you!

[@susanmolinari2348]

Thank you so much for the template and the tutorial! Great job!

[@nabillillard8213]

Very cute chair! I wish I had room for one in my dollhouse.. I would love to learn how to make kitchen chairs 🤗

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Thank you Nabil! I've got your suggestion on my list ;)

[@KelsieBeveridge-r3s]

This is great!Thanks so much for the video

[@gracehorton6240]

Very good video.....looking forward to making a chair.

[@jaimiebell8701]

Amazing tutorial. And your method is simple but looks amazing. I will post my finished chair once done!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Looking forward to seeing it!

[@ianfelgate7258]

how do we do that, post a picture of our work here?

[@sueleite8133]

Ahhh got the right scale! Can't wait to try this.

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad it worked for you!! I hope you will enjoy making the chair ;)

[@tinacluff2793]

Thank you for sharing, I've been wanting to make a chair like this.

[@hazelhands1]

Your tutorial is the best and thanks for the template I can now make a arm chair

[@jorelbanda565]

Thank you for a great video and print out. I am about to make first miniature anything lol starting with book nook. loving all of your vids!!!

[@mmaurece7762]

Soooo very AWESOME!!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING !!!!!!!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@Bcmtmom]

I used a pencil sharpener to get the beveled chair leg. Worked great!

[@MariaM-yn9tl]

🥰💕Great video, can’t wait to make some chairs. Very informative & simple to follow thank you. 🥰💕🧶🧵👍👍

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

So glad it was helpful for you!!

[@hanarama5792]

This is so cute! Your so clever

[@wonderwend1]

I'm just mid way through making the Ellie chair. You make it look easy. They should come with a hashtag : #chooseyourbattingwisely. If I die from glue toxicity it's all your fault Ara 😂😂

[@Cho2154]

Very nice. How about a recliner that actually reclines?

[@bevsartsandcrafts715]

You make it look so easy! Brilliant ❤❤

[@elisabethclancy3949]

Thank you for teaching me something great ! You are awesome !

[@donnafaria3120]

This was a great video thank you for posting this tutorial! 🎉

[@Heavens0929]

Soooooo much fun ! Thank you for making it so much simpler !!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Glad you found it useful!

[@jeanettefamulari3538]

That was very impressive! Thank you!!!

[@SissasHeART]

You sure make it look easy!! Made my first practice one - definitely learned a lot for the next one. Thank you for sharing,

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

I am so glad it was useful for you!

[@bronwynaustin9592]

Fabulous and easy(ish) tutorial. Thank you.

[@kbenson2980]

Excellent tutorial! Thanks!

[@Kickingurhead75]

I made this! Great tutorial! It will go great with my action figures!

[@BentleyHouseMinis]

Yay! Glad it helped!

[@Kickingurhead75]

@@BentleyHouseMinis I tagged you in my Instagram Post if you want to see it, Toyomicdisplays is my instagram! Thanks!

[@karenmusa3052]

Fantabulous, thanku xx