Reupholster Dining Room Chairs with Velvet Fabric | Thrift Diving

This project is sponsored by Arrow Fastener. Learn more about the PT50 pneumatic stapler at www.arrowfastener.com. These $20 chairs I got about 6 years ago. They were originally $200 chairs from Pier 1. I tried to reupholster one of them but it wasn't done very well and my son ruined it, anyhow. These beauties were getting a rich velvet fabric makeover, and I was going to do it better this time around! See how I reupholstered the chairs, and learn a few upholstery tips that I picked up along the way.
For a list of materials, visit the blog post written tutorial for these dining room chair velvet reupholstered project: thriftdiving.com/reupholster-...
SKIP AROUND:
0:00 - Intro
0:05 - Where I found the chairs.
0:22 - Sponsored by Arrow Fastener
0:29 - Materials needed.
1:23 - Removing and labeling the old fabric.
3:07 - Cutting the new fabric.
3:43 - Crypton velvet liquids test.
5:26 - Sewing and assembling the velvet fabric.
7:04 - Adding dacron padding and tufting the fabric with buttons.
9:06 - Fitting the fabric to the body.
11:23 - Fitting the fabric around legs.
11:57 - Cutting and fitting velvet fabric to the back.
13:32 - Adding decorative tacks.
14:26 - The BEFORE and AFTER reveal! :)
***************
Check out my Project Gallery:
thriftdiving.com/projects?utm...
Subscribe to my mailing list for 5 additional freebies:
thriftdiving.com/subscribe?ut...
***************
BLOG: thriftdiving.com
EMAIL: [e-mail]
FACEBOOK: / thriftdiving
PINTEREST: / thriftdiving
INSTAGRAM: / thriftdiving
TWITTER: / thriftdiving
SNAPCHAT: / thriftdiving
TIK TOK: @thriftdiving
THRIFT DIVING TEE-SHIRTS: thriftdiving.com/shop
***************
MAILING ADDRESS:
Serena Appiah
P.O. Box 463
Spencerville, MD 20858

[@ThriftDiving]

*Get the materials list on the blog post!* thriftdiving.com/reupholster-dining-room-chairs-with-velvet/

[@the_mega_mall]

Where did you buy your peel and stick flooring at for your basement

[@gloriavila3656]

@@the_mega_mall Love. I wish i could do

[@Ho11is2Ho11ywood]

This came out really good. I cant tell it's a DIY project. Looks like they were always that way. I guess that's the goal right? lol

[@Lizzy514]

Agreed. Total artisan.

[@lindysmith13]

wow, that class you took awhile ago really shows. Those look so nice.

[@ThriftDiving]

The classes were amaaaazing! And get this--i even texted the pics to the upholstery teacher! Lol. He said he liked them and that he is still offering classes. I'm going to sign back up to learn more techniques!

[@gramcracker1616]

You are a champ. A project like this would make my brain explode!! Great job!! 👵

[@shailadiamond1696]

I’ve never seen tufting this way before. Only with one piece of fabric. Looks beautiful!

[@olgaortiz746]

WOW !!! FANTASTIC MAMA !!! 2 BEAUTIFUL NEW CHAIRS !!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND THE FAMILY....XXXOOO...

[@missygrando1965]

It is videos like this that helps me know my kids are normal. These are BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Whew! Yes, normal, although definitely destructive, even if not on purpose! Lol

[@katherinemcconico982]

Gorgeous chairs! Awesome job!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Katherine!!

[@pandaaaaa4]

"Couple of years ago"!!! How has it been that long since your upholstery class videos? These chairs turned out beautiful, you really do have a good eye for pieces and colours 👍

[@ThriftDiving]

I know, right?!?? That's how long it has been, and that damn wingback chair still isn't done! 😂 I will finish it, though. Maybe even try to make an ottoman for it, too. I can't believe I have been so slow with it. Lol

[@Gertrude-Intrudes]

This was so fun to watch. Would love to see more videos of old wing chair. Loved that series!

[@ThriftDiving]

I was telling someone else here in the comments that I'll definitely finish! I think now that I'm in the mood to reupholster (and the weather is colder), I will focus on it. Thanks so much!!

[@cherylk8781]

Gorgeous color. The chairs turned out so beautiful😍

[@ellamelendez9708]

They are BEAUTIFULLY done!

[@robine916]

"No picking at the upholstery tacks" LOL! Been there, done that! (I have 2 boys, 'nuf said!). :D

[@NeedANewHobby7]

Oh my gosh my dream chairs. The purple velvet fabric is beautiful and perfect

[@pattyruth14]

Love your tutorials, you provide great information and don’t hide your mistakes. The chairs are gorgeous!

[@jinxygirl007]

You did such an amazing job. I'm super impressed. I love how realistic you are with your projects.

[@mariacasella979]

The color/material is gorgeous 💜

[@ulaula1375]

Wow! I'm speechless. So professional and a great tutorial, I learned so much! Great job❤

[@qnaturally]

This came at a great time. A friend just gave me these same chairs. I was looking for a tutorial all over and couldn’t find anything. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@rebeccabarr2726]

Those chairs turned out GORGEOUS! You did an AWESOME job!

[@jessicacolon5265]

They look AMAZING!!! LOVE the purple velvet.

[@sarahstevens5734]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing such in-depth tips!

[@cindybeeson34]

I have chairs almost identical to those that need recovered and you’ve helped give me the encouragement I need to go for it!

[@elisevautour6292]

They are so gorgeous sunshine. I love the colour you chose. Great tutorial indeed. 💜

[@lisaroth7526]

You rocked those chairs! They are absolutely gorgeous and your tips were great, too.

[@emilymalcolm87]

First class job, these are beautiful. The colour is lush .

[@suecollado8696]

💓Love them & the colour is fantastic💓That colour goes with so many other colours to make a room pop💓

[@mariacristinarandall8750]

Love the color for your beautiful chairs, excellent job!!

[@madisonjarboe6636]

These are incredible! Love love love the color!

[@lisaresmen7082]

Gorgeous! Absolutely......GORGEOUS!

[@karenely4078]

I'm subscribed to CHEST'ER, he has amazing techniques when it comes to tufting. Great job!

[@cathyfarmer2516]

Those are gorgeous. You did an excellent job.

[@virginiadebva4311]

I think they look really beautiful. Very inspiring!

[@bvivid1975]

Those turned out beautifully!!!!

[@teresacathey8189]

Girl! You did a beautiful job. Love the fabric.

[@avintagementality]

Love the Purple!!! Beautiful job.

[@mo1mocha89]

These chairs are beautiful. You did great!

[@karenwhite7056]

Serena, everything you do is always fabulous!

[@msclassybossy]

Your hard work paid off. They are gorgeous

[@ritawilkinson401]

You did a beautiful job on the chairs--love the color.

[@MAHWL]

Wow!! They look BEAUTIFUL!!!🤓🤓🤓

[@laurieomoore94]

You did a great job with this lovely fabric.

[@LadyLuvGemStones]

💖💖💖💖💖 That Was Professionally Done, You Are Seriously Good ! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@hootenanny1001]

They look fantastic. Well done

[@Randis-vv5hg]

Absolutely gorgeous!!

[@miriamgutierrez3656]

They 🪑 turn out beautiful!!!

[@Clovergirl7934]

You did a fantastic job on those chairs, especially for a newbie! They looked store bought. Kudos to you!

[@whatzupLizzy]

Wow, that is some beautiful workwomenship! Thanks for sharing. Love the channel 💗

[@estellamayhue-greer5120]

The chairs are beautiful. You did an excellent job.

[@rickyestanislao5086]

They loook great!!! I think they look great in the dining room. They work with the wall color. And they look nice at the ends.

[@leahroby241]

Beautifully done! Thank you for the lesson. I have made many slipcovers but been intimidated by upholstery. "It has been done, it can be done!" Thank you. Merry Christmas🎄

[@andreawalker7138]

The chairs turned out amazing (and I personally love the purple velvet fabric)! Thanks for showing the steps and tips that made it easier for you. If I ever decide that I have enough patience to tackle a project like this, I will refer to this video.

[@jaynegriffiths1894]

These turned out fantastic well done you xx

[@1myedwards]

Serena the chairs look amazing! You did a fantastic job!

[@bethanyhutchinson6714]

They turned out so beautifully! Nice job!!

[@cc3mathews]

Gorgeous chairs! I love purple!

[@Only1_Me]

You really did an awesome job! I absolutely love the way they came out... and not just because purple is my favorite color. 😁

[@soffyabad]

Dear Serena, have a lovely Christmas. Thanks for your energy, for be so honest, for give great tips, oh I am really so happy to find you this year. Cheers Serena🎉🎁🌺🎇🌷🎄🌈🍾🍷

[@patriciapartch5617]

These are gorgeous and you did an excellent job. 👍

[@carr964]

You inspire me to upholster a old chair I have 💜

[@erinj2840]

These are absolutely stunning! You did an amazing job!!!

[@feleciaabram4712]

Great job! I love the chairs, they are beautiful 💕

[@louisekite1600]

Absolutely love the colour and fabric

[@joanbrown-hasan3502]

Good job. You used one of my favorite colours. 💜💙

[@kenomouse5494]

They look professionally made! As some others have also mentioned, it was fun watching your video and EXTREMELY educational! Inspirational and interesting to learn of the techniques; your deconstruction process was very well thought out. Nicely done! 👍👍🤗🤗

[@marianelson2031]

Your projects are amazing they give me so much inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ashleym7318]

Amazing job!! These turned out so gorgeous!!

[@darniataylor7749]

They turned out great! That they're upholstered in my fav color makes it even better. 💜

[@ThriftDiving]

Mine too, Darnia! I used to really love turquoise, but shades of purple are amazing and make me happy. Thanks for watching!!

[@mansonfamily4815]

Absolutely Stunning, Great Job!!!💜💜💜

[@angiefox8258]

Beautiful!! Such hard work but they turned out great!!!

[@rebeccavinyard2899]

These are just beautiful!

[@nicolettec7597]

I tried reupholster a chair back in the 90s, it is Hard on the hands! The chairs look amazing 😄

[@brianinsanfran]

Those look great! And so helpful.

[@sandraredmond7911]

Chairs turned out great!

[@onesma1729]

They turned out beautiful and that color!!! Yeeessss!!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you!!!

[@diahlaeubanks8817]

You have yourself a new subbie girl. This was so detailed. Your steps are too the point

[@dunigan4225]

I love the chairs...great job.

[@Jennifer2791]

Those chairs are divine❣️

[@Lizzy514]

What a great job. So impressive

[@lisaschreiber2893]

they're beautiful!! well done

[@noracardona2527]

Absolutely gorgeous!! I'm so impressed by you, Serena!

[@ThriftDiving]

Awww, thanks, Nora! I shock myself sometimes because I worry something won't work out, and then when it does, it feels like such an accomplishment. LOL. Glad you like them!!

[@DanaConquersBoutique]

These turned out so great!

[@doloresbingham4591]

The chairs turned out beautiful good job

[@mercurialpierrot7073]

Well damn, that turned out amazingly!

[@ClaireRousseau]

Wow, these turned out amazing!!!

[@wolfewerks]

Gorgeous!!! I’m going through reupholstering videos…I have 2 chairs that I hope to tackle soon. Love the choice of fabric…the purple is stunning. Beautiful job.

[@missshelley7986]

Excellent video! I just thrifted a beautiful vintage chair, it's orange crushed velvet for now but she'll be getting a purple/black gothic dressing room makeover!

[@lizmarin9568]

Amazing, purple for the win!!

[@lmrstrrs]

Gorgeous!!! 💜💜💜

[@donnajames348]

Wow! Love it! Good job!

[@mariolugo3114]

You did an amazing job! can't wait to finish up my own project. :)

[@muttnjeff9030]

Wow! Nice job!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Serena, you already know I pretty much enjoy all your projects. This purple velvet is off da hook!! And to be filling it while wearing Rec Buffalo Check PJ's made the color combo in screen pop!! And once all the brass tacks went back in was the icing on da cake. Great job as always, Merry Christmas & a Blessed Holiday Season to you & your Family. Dirty Jersey out!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Hey Mike!! Haha, I'm glad my PJs weren't distracting! I usually try not to capture myself with jammies on, but hey--when you gotta work, you gotta work, right?? So glad you liked the chairs!!

[@Csaysit]

They look awesome!!

[@nspindlow5046]

AMAXING job!

[@colemine7008]

wow!!! that was fantastic!!!

[@dianecrowder7123]

Just beautiful!

[@ms.c3977]

Beautiful job. Looks like chairs that I would buy from a furniture store.

[@maryellen21]

Wow! Great job

[@jodirauth8847]

Omg they look beautiful