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| My stapler |
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| Webbing stretcher |
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| Side view of how cute this sofa is! |
I used a nice big upholstery needle and thread to pull little tufts in the back cushion. I think it gives it just the right touch!
See you soon ~ Christy
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Awesome Primitive Sofa!
I was on Craigs list a couple of months ago and found an awesome maple frame sofa that was in need of some love :) I can't resist a project that has sooooo much potential! I was excited too because the price was right and the cushions seemed to be in great shape. Here is the before picture.
Do you notice the absence of cushions? After a couple nights of storage in my garage they began to smell a wee bit like animal pee :( guh- rroooos! They went in the trash promptly. Then the real work began. As you can see the seat was missing the webbing and center supports. New wood pieces were cut, clued, and screwed into place. I then sanded, painted, distressed, and waxed the frame. I went with black because I LOVE primitive black pieces! I just used good old Krylon flat black spray paint. It was then time to do the webbing which is what gives support to the seat. You will need to have a webbing stretcher to get the right amount of tension and I would highly recommend a pneumatic stapler as well.
This is not a complicated process at all. It kind of like basket weaving only you have to pull tight with one hand and staple with the other. Each of the seat areas was done separately and I chose to go with a single 3in foam cushion for the bottom.
I chose a cute tan and black stripe fabric that reminded me of a grain sack. It is a nice sturdy material that goes perfectly with the primitive style. I did the cording for the cushions out of black and tan buffalo plaid. The back cushion hangs from the top decorative pieces by plaid tabs as well.
I used a nice big upholstery needle and thread to pull little tufts in the back cushion. I think it gives it just the right touch!
Fabulous! This went to Market Antiques in Ottawa, but my dear friend Lori has already claimed it for herself :) I will get to visit it whenever I want!
See you soon ~ Christy
I used a nice big upholstery needle and thread to pull little tufts in the back cushion. I think it gives it just the right touch!
See you soon ~ Christy
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I just love this!! Hoping for some advise on the upholstery part. I don't have any experience with upholstery. Is it very difficult to make the cushions? My sewing machine is a middle of the line type. Would I need a heavier duty type? Maybe I could make the frame prim and have the cushions made? It would be pricey to do it that way, huh? Help?
ReplyDeleteOh Ducky you can so do this!! I do not have a heavy duty sewing machine either. It will breeze right through the fabric as long as I don't go too fast :) The trickiest part is the piping which involves lots of pinning. Don't worry I will walk you through it! Let me know when you are ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Christy. You created exactly what I was looking for and couldn't find anywhere! I couldn't believe it when I searched prim sofa and yours came up. I got so excited and decided I would give it a go. I found a frame on craigslist nearly identical to yours. I am thinking about getting a feathertop mattress and cutting it in half for the cushions. Still contemplating that. I have never done piping so that will be a challenge. I am waiting for hubby to get his project out of the garage so I can start mine. I hope it isn't too much longer cuz I am getting antsy. I will post soon. Thanks for reply! Gail
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