After experiencing great success with my first reupholstery project earlier in the year, I was ready to tackle the sofa.
The plan was solid, and the was fabric chosen. Once JoAnn Fabrics published their coupons & end of summer sale, I was ready!
Before. Old, tattered, saggy, dirty, stinky. (The sofa, not Miss Leia!)
This is an example of the level of wear on some portions of the fabric.
After skinning, a healthy dousing with Lysol is imperative!
Worn out spring straps are replaced.
Detailed plans are very important when working with $65 a yard fabric!
No fabric cutting ever goes unattended.
It gets really exciting when the 2 major pieces are finally covered with the new fabric!
Now back in the living room, the reupholstered arms are reattached, and the new stained legs are attached. The same new legs were also used on the reupholstered chair, for unity.
One last look at the internal framework before the final back panel is attached.
Levi approved!
Penny says, "I really am the final accent that perfects the new sofa!"
A Note About The Fabric: I chose to use Crypton brand upholstery fabric. Read up on it here at their website: Crypton At Home. It was an absolute DREAM to work with, looks gorgeous, and, so far, is unbelieveably durable. If you are looking to reupholster a piece that has a sturdy frame which will last for years, using the Crypton fabric is worth every penny!
Yours truly-
Tigerlily