One of the things that I love about your work is that you take everything apart to rebuild/create a solid final piece. Quality work my friend! Thank you.
@@Flippingdrawers - She’s right, you know. I believe you really don’t see your talent and abilities. What I also believe is that you really LOVE doing this work. Even the most difficult projects there is a certain ease and flow to it. You’re in ‘the Zone’. By your very nature you are an Artist & a Creative. This is who You Are & and you can apply it to anything you choose. Inside -> out.
I’m a sewing teacher and my dad is an upholsterer, you did an excellent job! You’d definitely get an A+ in my class! That tacking strip is hard to do. I’ve seen my dad do it and he has a few tricks to get it just right. And sometimes he has had to redo it so don’t be too hard on yourself. If my dad watched this I think he would be impressed of what you accomplished as well.😊
I love your attention to detail. You never gloss over even the smallest space just to hurry it along. You never call a project good enough until it’s actually good.
You are so brave!! I've been sewing for 57 years and still stay as far away from velvet as I can!! It's a real bugger!! Love that saved this hidden gem!!
Always impressed that you try things you have never done before. Velvet and piping are not beginner choices so kudos! Please, please, please use a respirator when using the spray adhesive. Two folks I know from the upholstery industry died of brain cancer from using it unprotected for decades. 😊
I’ve been a seamstress for many years and I was very impressed with your skills. Most people can’t make a straight line. You obviously have been practicing. Great job
Straight seams are the most complicated to make! I've been sewing all my life, I also studied patternmaking and textile design. And I always say that making straight seams is a skill not everybody has. Curves are more easy to make.
I absolutely love working on rockers. Sometimes I copying the original old rocker building a second one. You learn so much that way . Really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.
I was thinking the same way. If ya like it enough to restore it (and have to pull it apart) ya might as well make a pattern for it. Then if you want to change anything it’s easy-peasy.
Oooh, my mother, sister and I reupholster old chairs as a hobby, and you're doing great! I really admire how you pick up new little skills and things and keep striving for beauty in your projects. I love how much you see the potential in the kind of furniture that most would throw away!
I must applaud the fact that you went for it on the sewing machine. My grandmother was a seamstress and I watched her use her machine a lot. You did far better than I could ever do, I’m highly impressed. 👍🏼
This will be one of my favorite projects so far. The more you get around the shop, the more I like the project, and you used a lot of equipment and material. The upholstery was fantastic, would have been difficult for someone with lots of experience. My mom was a seamstress and alterations specialist, she did a lot of costume repairing. It's a difficult profession, but based on how you finished this one, you're already way above the curve. I also like to see you revive furniture that will actually come into body contact, like stools, chairs, benches. Keep up the work, we are really enjoying these.
The chair turned out gorgeously! You gave it a whole new life! I'm really impressed by your courage in trying something completely new (upholstery) and another thing (sewing and velvet to top it off!) on top and they both worked great! The colours work really well together! Thank you for sharing this!
Jay you done a first class professional job on this rocking chair. Have you ever thought about working on antiques. You certainly have the gift for it. Thank you again for sharing. ❤
Bravo on using velvet as your first sewing project. Well done! I have been sewing for 60 years and velvet can be a very tricky choice. Great job Jay, I love your work!
Oh my.....you threw everything but the cat at the chair. Having sewn since I was 9 and having more sewing machines than I will tell.....you did a fabulous job for a rank newbie! I taught both my sons how to sew, because everyone should have a clue. That style is called Danish Modern. My mother had coffee and end tables with the same lines and wood.
For a bloke that had no clue on what you were doing you did a tremendous job mate. If that was me trying to fix it the chair probably ended up looking like a boat. 😊
JAY!!! BALLS TO THE WALL, my love!! I am so impressed!! You are so patient, kind,and a purist. I love watching all of your transformations!! I LEARN FROM YOU!!!
There is a story about a tortoise and a hare. Slow and steady wins the race. I am a professional sewist - 60 yrs. I still slowly sew many things b/c of the type of textile or the type of garment or b/c of the design of what I am sewing. The fact that you took ply/pile into consideration means you actually watched someone who knew what they were doing to learn from. Hats off for a good job and the added decorative stitch was a nice touch. Hats off for a good job and a lovely rocker restoration.
It's pleasing to me to have you admit you've never done this before, and then with no hesitation just jump right in and get it right. It's clear to me you love what you do. :)
I love how you managed to give a new lease of life to something most people would just take to the tip. It looks very comfortable, and the green velvet is an excellent choice. Well done.😁
Oh Jay! I have been sewing since I was a little girl, and I am so impressed not only with how this turned out, but also with how boldly you tackled a completely new skill! The chair came out simply beautiful. I have two suggestions: if you place your pins perpendicular to your work, they are easy to handle than if they are parallel as you had them. Also, you might want to take a look at a fifth video to add to your new profession as an upholsterer - David has a good tutorial on how to make a simple stretcher to make the fabric tight using a piece of wood and nails. Well done, you.
Molly beat me to it, but I was going to make the same suggestions about the pins. And about how boldly you took on a fabric with a pile that needs to be the right direction, and on your first time sewing, too! Bravo! I love the color choice for your fabric with that wood. One of my treasures is my grandpa's upholstery hammer...I use it in jewelry making. He had an upholstery business with his brother, then he created a chain of fabric stores. All, after coming to this country with little English, or formal education, and only $15.00 in his pocket.
Jay - I’m so proud of you. You took this on…even after you uncovered all the hidden ‘gifts’. You set your ego aside and worked your way through it all, one step at a time. That, my friend took real guts. The chair looks rockin’ 😄 and spectacular. Top to bottom, front to back, AND inside to out. Beautiful work.
First rule do sewing trials on scrap pieces of material, this way if you goof your piece isn’t damaged! How smart of you to know about the pile , on the fabric . I get a feeling this won’t be your last sewing project, you’ve just opened the “ can of worms “ to a new world , keep it up , pat yourself on the back! Great job !
Ive always said you’re a glutton for punishment, but wow! You took it to a whole new level with this one. I love that you’re learning a new skill. Excellent job Jay 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I am a senior lady who never got a chance to do woodworking. You give me the desire to try. Could you describe the tools better and the products so I can purchase the proper equipment. Thanks Pat
I just tap “like” at the beginning of my favourite channels before watching and leave a comment to help the channel. Unfortunately, I can’t buy coffee or donate.
Jay, is there nothing you can’t do? Oh my heavens….sewing? And sewing piping???? You are amazing, this is a beautiful result ! The wood is gorgeous ( naturally), the repairs basically invisible, and the upholstery is amazing. And YOU Jay, are amazing. Don’t stop.
All the earlier repairs indicate that the chair was beloved, or at least useful in its previous life. You've given it a whole new purpose with your joinery, and the new upholstery looks amazing. And piping, too! You gave the sewing the same level of attention to detail as your carpentry. All the frame pieces, stretchers, etc. are remarkably delicate; no wonder it needed so many repairs!
What an awesome transformation. Also, giant huge respect to you for choosing velvet as your first sewing fabric! The trickiest most gorgeous diva fabric in the world, and you wrestled it. Into submission 😊
I would never want my first attempt at a new craft or skill to go around the world on TH-cam! You are so brave to try your hand not only at upholstery but sewing for all the world to watch!! Man, I applaud your gutsiness!! And the chair looks super!!!
As you said, that’s a well loved rocker. I bet the folks who made all those repairs would be thrilled at what you’ve done. It really is a lovely piece.
Jay, you did a remarkable job on this disaster of a chair!!! I don't think that chair will ever fall apart again. It's solid!! Your sewing has made me so jealous. I've been "sewing" for decades, but only for my own stuff. I would never do it for anyone else. I can't sew a straight line to save my soul. Very impressive work, and I think you would have done a wonderful job with the other sewing machine too. Don't let anyone shame you into upgrading your "tools". Kind people would never do that. Thank you for the great video. I really enjoyed it. Can't wait for the next one!
Every restorer, in what ever medium he or she does, should watch your videos. Your attention to detail continues to be your strength. Your voice overs and editing shine through. I love that you tell us what you're doing and why. How you present your work area, is also impressive. Clean, efficient and orderly is how all work areas should be. It's a sign of who you are and what you're trying to achieve. Excellence. Well done Sir 👏 👍
I love mid century rockers. They’re not all that common unfortunately but I love their simplicity and clean lines. You did a marvellous job breathing new life into this chair. Bravo. 👏👏👏
I sent a link to this episode for my daughter. She replied “already watching”. That’s so much fun to enjoy the same show. Loved the finished chair and all those things that required your attention. Great show. ❤
Honestly- every time I think ‘This is the best restoration, yet’ you up the game and outdo yourself! Bravo! 👏 (and just so you know- your videos are never boring!) 🌟
Superb! For someone who claims to not know what they're doing; you sure as heck DO know what you're doing, and after only watching four videos on upholstery, you did excellently! I was extremely impressed. The rocker looks awesome, well made, exceedingly well restored, as only you can imho, and very comfortable too. Well done! :)
I recommend for first time sewing to use a test piece of the fabric and practice the feel of sewing before stitching together the actual cut piece for the project. And use a sample of the fabric intended for the project. This way a person has a bit of a feel for sewing. Ah the learning curve, hats off and good job! I see you used a decorative stitch with the yellow thread- nice touch. Pretty green fabric btw.
I’m an amateur upholsterer as well. I’ve done 5 chairs so far and I have improved with each project. I already knew how to sew, so had an advantage from the beginning. I am impressed with your first upholstery project and first time sewing, and with velvet, no less! Well done.
For your first upholstery job, that turned out great!! My only suggestion (and I might have missed it) when sewing anything that will be getting a lot of pressure on the seams, use a zigzag stitch or double stitch it for strength. I'm actually a little surprised you didn't bust out brass upholstery tacks! I've watched several of your videos now (new subscriber!) so I guess that makes me an expert on furniture repair! I'm joking of course. However, I *do* make furniture from scratch- it's just 1/24 scale. Very tiny miniature size. I use fine pine sourced from the Popcicle Stick forests of the land of Coffee Stirrers and stains made by Sharpie and Prismacolor. I wish I knew how to film the process, maybe I should watch a few videos on becoming a youtuber lol
As someone that does a lot sewing, your machine skills are fine. The more you do, the more confident you'll be. You're doing good especially for first project
I'm in Northern Wisconsin, USA. I have been a seamstress for many many years. It always makes me happy when I see someone like you tackle something for the first time. You did extremely well! BTW, I also worked for a sewing dealership, and your choice of machine is excellent. I have been sewing on Brother machines for 25 years. I own 4 machines now, but when I owned my fabric store, I had 13 machines (I taught sewing classes). I can't wait to see another video. I love all of yours!
👍 great work. Somebody treasured that old chair tried to repair it many times. Painting those old springs will help prevent more rust. Finally got the repairs it needed. Thanks for posting. I really like to watch all the steps involved.
I really didn't think there was much hope for that chair due to all the damage and shotty repairs. But, as ever, you are a Miracle worker!! Incredible job, Jay!!
I was a seamstress for more years than I care to admit, but I have to say that for your first time using a sewing machine, you did a damn fine job ! Well done sir, and now you can make yourself some pillows, and some circular press stud armrests for the chair using the left over fabric and bits of foam. The seamstesses motto - "Nothing should ever be wasted, and everything can be unpicked and re used ".
I’ve never seen a midcentury modern rocking chair before-that’s what it is isn’t it? Great job on such a tough piece. The upholstery came out great. Love your bravery! Makes me feel brave to do the same.
I've been sewing (self taught) all of my life (I'm 43) and you did great! I love your videos and this spring have a few projects that they will help me with.
You are so humble. This turned out beautiful. If my memory serves me right, this is your first sponsor. Congrats. Here's to more. The only thing missing at the end was . . . . You guessed it. A cat laying on your lap. 😊 Spelling edit 01/17/24
Wow Jay,never used a sewing machine before and you make perfect corners. This Chair is beautiful. You need to very proud of this. The green velvet is everything and really compliments the colour of the stain. Well done 👏. 😊Natalie
You did a great job reupholstering that chair. I reupholsterd a rocker when I was 15 that was a very long time ago . My Grandma gave it to me . Love From Oklahoma
I truly enjoy watching you turn a damaged piece of junk into an amazing piece of furniture. Kudos!!!
One of the things that I love about your work is that you take everything apart to rebuild/create a solid final piece. Quality work my friend! Thank you.
I love that too, your attention to detail. You clean up even the parts noone would see.
You did a great job! I think Ahti would approve of your first try at upholstery.
"just so you don't go to sleep" you seriously undervalue how interesting and your work is, especially since that particular repair was so brilliant.
Ha ha thanks 🤩
@@Flippingdrawers
- She’s right, you know. I believe you really don’t see your talent and abilities.
What I also believe is that you really LOVE doing this work. Even the most difficult projects there is a certain ease and flow to it. You’re in ‘the Zone’.
By your very nature you are an Artist & a Creative. This is who You Are & and you can apply it to anything you choose.
Inside -> out.
I’m a sewing teacher and my dad is an upholsterer, you did an excellent job! You’d definitely get an A+ in my class! That tacking strip is hard to do. I’ve seen my dad do it and he has a few tricks to get it just right. And sometimes he has had to redo it so don’t be too hard on yourself. If my dad watched this I think he would be impressed of what you accomplished as well.😊
That’s very kind. Thanks ☺️
I love your attention to detail. You never gloss over even the smallest space just to hurry it along. You never call a project good enough until it’s actually good.
Totally agree. Very neat work. love the fixing of the holes and broken pieces, and especially love the upholstering. Looks very comfortable
You are so brave!! I've been sewing for 57 years and still stay as far away from velvet as I can!! It's a real bugger!! Love that saved this hidden gem!!
The innocence of the first timer.
I’m happy you restored the rocking chair, because I believe it has a long history of love.
Always impressed that you try things you have never done before. Velvet and piping are not beginner choices so kudos! Please, please, please use a respirator when using the spray adhesive. Two folks I know from the upholstery industry died of brain cancer from using it unprotected for decades. 😊
YES! YES! YES!
A sad little chair brought back to life. I am impressed with your sewing skills
I’ve been a seamstress for many years and I was very impressed with your skills. Most people can’t make a straight line. You obviously have been practicing. Great job
Straight seams are the most complicated to make! I've been sewing all my life, I also studied patternmaking and textile design. And I always say that making straight seams is a skill not everybody has. Curves are more easy to make.
I absolutely love working on rockers. Sometimes I copying the original old rocker building a second one. You learn so much that way . Really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks 🙏
I was thinking the same way. If ya like it enough to restore it (and have to pull it apart) ya might as well make a pattern for it. Then if you want to change anything it’s easy-peasy.
Oooh, my mother, sister and I reupholster old chairs as a hobby, and you're doing great! I really admire how you pick up new little skills and things and keep striving for beauty in your projects. I love how much you see the potential in the kind of furniture that most would throw away!
For someone who’s never used a sewing machine before, that looks amazing. That rocking chair is living its best life! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾✊🏾
I must applaud the fact that you went for it on the sewing machine. My grandmother was a seamstress and I watched her use her machine a lot. You did far better than I could ever do, I’m highly impressed. 👍🏼
Wow, thank you!
@@Flippingdrawers My privilege, you provide a lot of pleasure and inspiration to the people who watch your videos.
This will be one of my favorite projects so far. The more you get around the shop, the more I like the project, and you used a lot of equipment and material. The upholstery was fantastic, would have been difficult for someone with lots of experience. My mom was a seamstress and alterations specialist, she did a lot of costume repairing. It's a difficult profession, but based on how you finished this one, you're already way above the curve. I also like to see you revive furniture that will actually come into body contact, like stools, chairs, benches. Keep up the work, we are really enjoying these.
Thank you 🤩
The chair turned out gorgeously! You gave it a whole new life! I'm really impressed by your courage in trying something completely new (upholstery) and another thing (sewing and velvet to top it off!) on top and they both worked great!
The colours work really well together! Thank you for sharing this!
Jay you done a first class professional job on this rocking chair. Have you ever thought about working on antiques. You certainly have the gift for it. Thank you again for sharing. ❤
Bravo on using velvet as your first sewing project. Well done! I have been sewing for 60 years and velvet can be a very tricky choice. Great job Jay, I love your work!
Oh my.....you threw everything but the cat at the chair. Having sewn since I was 9 and having more sewing machines than I will tell.....you did a fabulous job for a rank newbie! I taught both my sons how to sew, because everyone should have a clue. That style is called Danish Modern. My mother had coffee and end tables with the same lines and wood.
I appreciate that you tried new skills on the rocker repair. It’s a good reminder not to let that hold us back. Thank you!
For a bloke that had no clue on what you were doing you did a tremendous job mate. If that was me trying to fix it the chair probably ended up looking like a boat. 😊
JAY!!! BALLS TO THE WALL, my love!! I am so impressed!! You are so patient, kind,and a purist. I love watching all of your transformations!! I LEARN FROM YOU!!!
Glad you enjoyed ☺️
There is a story about a tortoise and a hare. Slow and steady wins the race. I am a professional sewist - 60 yrs. I still slowly sew many things b/c of the type of textile or the type of garment or b/c of the design of what I am sewing. The fact that you took ply/pile into consideration means you actually watched someone who knew what they were doing to learn from. Hats off for a good job and the added decorative stitch was a nice touch. Hats off for a good job and a lovely rocker restoration.
Thank you 🙏
I have always believed in your work !
There is a first time for everything, and I think your approach to the challenge was delightful to watch.
You did an awesome for your first upholstery job!! I’m glad you tried something new.
I like that you are adventurous in tackling projects that you have never done before. Thank you!
It's pleasing to me to have you admit you've never done this before, and then with no hesitation just jump right in and get it right. It's clear to me you love what you do. :)
I love how you managed to give a new lease of life to something most people would just take to the tip. It looks very comfortable, and the green velvet is an excellent choice. Well done.😁
Thank you so much!
Oh Jay! I have been sewing since I was a little girl, and I am so impressed not only with how this turned out, but also with how boldly you tackled a completely new skill! The chair came out simply beautiful. I have two suggestions: if you place your pins perpendicular to your work, they are easy to handle than if they are parallel as you had them. Also, you might want to take a look at a fifth video to add to your new profession as an upholsterer - David has a good tutorial on how to make a simple stretcher to make the fabric tight using a piece of wood and nails. Well done, you.
Thanks and I’m friends with David so I’m very much aware of that but as I said in the video… sometimes there’s no need to buy or make a tool😉
Molly beat me to it, but I was going to make the same suggestions about the pins. And about how boldly you took on a fabric with a pile that needs to be the right direction, and on your first time sewing, too! Bravo! I love the color choice for your fabric with that wood. One of my treasures is my grandpa's upholstery hammer...I use it in jewelry making. He had an upholstery business with his brother, then he created a chain of fabric stores. All, after coming to this country with little English, or formal education, and only $15.00 in his pocket.
Impressed!!! You were WAY OUT of your comfort zone but it turned out brilliantly!
MAGNIFICENT and so funny! I loved the sewing machine episode and well for a first it's awesome!!! 💪👍
Jay - I’m so proud of you. You took this on…even after you uncovered all the hidden ‘gifts’. You set your ego aside and worked your way through it all, one step at a time. That, my friend took real guts.
The chair looks rockin’ 😄 and spectacular.
Top to bottom, front to back, AND inside to out. Beautiful work.
Thank you 🙏
First rule do sewing trials on scrap pieces of material, this way if you goof your piece isn’t damaged! How smart of you to know about the pile , on the fabric . I get a feeling this won’t be your last sewing project, you’ve just opened the “ can of worms “ to a new world , keep it up , pat yourself on the back! Great job !
Jay, one of the things I admire about you is your willingness to try new things. You did an outstanding job on your first upholstery project!
Awesome! Thank you!
Ive always said you’re a glutton for punishment, but wow! You took it to a whole new level with this one. I love that you’re learning a new skill. Excellent job Jay 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you 🙏 and yes you’re right 😂
You certainly breathed new life into this well loved chair. Your restoration enhanced the simplicity of the chair’s design, it is beautiful!
I am a senior lady who never got a chance to do woodworking. You give me the desire to try. Could you describe the tools better and the products so I can purchase the proper equipment. Thanks Pat
I HAD to stop 4 minutes in, WHAT A MESS!!! Can't wait to see the finished chair, back to watch...
Trust is when you like the video even without watching.
lol it really is 💛
I just tap “like” at the beginning of my favourite channels before watching and leave a comment to help the channel. Unfortunately, I can’t buy coffee or donate.
Jay, is there nothing you can’t do? Oh my heavens….sewing? And sewing piping???? You are amazing, this is a beautiful result ! The wood is gorgeous ( naturally), the repairs basically invisible, and the upholstery is amazing. And YOU Jay, are amazing. Don’t stop.
Ha ha you are very kind ☺️🙈
All the earlier repairs indicate that the chair was beloved, or at least useful in its previous life. You've given it a whole new purpose with your joinery, and the new upholstery looks amazing. And piping, too! You gave the sewing the same level of attention to detail as your carpentry. All the frame pieces, stretchers, etc. are remarkably delicate; no wonder it needed so many repairs!
Thanks ☺️
@@Flippingdrawers - She’s right too.
This is a beautiful restoration, a labour of love!
The ‘green thingy’ is a genius idea. Brilliant work!
What an awesome transformation. Also, giant huge respect to you for choosing velvet as your first sewing fabric! The trickiest most gorgeous diva fabric in the world, and you wrestled it. Into submission 😊
Ha ha thank you 🙏
I would never want my first attempt at a new craft or skill to go around the world on TH-cam! You are so brave to try your hand not only at upholstery but sewing for all the world to watch!! Man, I applaud your gutsiness!! And the chair looks super!!!
Ha ha that’s where the fun is 😂 if I screw up at least you’ll get good entertainment
As you said, that’s a well loved rocker. I bet the folks who made all those repairs would be thrilled at what you’ve done. It really is a lovely piece.
Jay, you did a remarkable job on this disaster of a chair!!! I don't think that chair will ever fall apart again. It's solid!! Your sewing has made me so jealous. I've been "sewing" for decades, but only for my own stuff. I would never do it for anyone else. I can't sew a straight line to save my soul. Very impressive work, and I think you would have done a wonderful job with the other sewing machine too. Don't let anyone shame you into upgrading your "tools". Kind people would never do that. Thank you for the great video. I really enjoyed it. Can't wait for the next one!
Thank you and I agree but I’m glad I bought the new one. It will serve me for a long time
Looks great!!!!!! Hey! The fabric looks great too, like you've done it several times already!!!!!!
Thank you! 😊
🤩 great job! 🎉
Thank you beautiful person 🤗 that’s very kind
Every restorer, in what ever medium he or she does, should watch your videos. Your attention to detail continues to be your strength. Your voice overs and editing shine through. I love that you tell us what you're doing and why. How you present your work area, is also impressive. Clean, efficient and orderly is how all work areas should be. It's a sign of who you are and what you're trying to achieve. Excellence. Well done Sir 👏 👍
Thank you 🙏
Your rocking chair restoration skills are remarkable. Thank you,
Glad you like it
Love that you challenge yourself and make an adventure out of each project!!
Now that you're an upholstery sewing wizard, maybe you should try your hand at recovering your couches 😂
I love mid century rockers. They’re not all that common unfortunately but I love their simplicity and clean lines. You did a marvellous job breathing new life into this chair. Bravo. 👏👏👏
I agree! The lines on this one are particurally graceful.
I sent a link to this episode for my daughter. She replied “already watching”. That’s so much fun to enjoy the same show. Loved the finished chair and all those things that required your attention. Great show. ❤
That’s super cool. Thank you 🙏
Oh my! Poor old rocking chair 😢so many damages 😮 but I have faith in you 🙏 and my faith weren't in vain! What beauty she is now 😍 🇯🇲
A multitasking wonderful man, winning a real challenge! You're SUPER!!!!
Thank you so much 😀
Awesome job Sir!
Honestly- every time I think ‘This is the best restoration, yet’ you up the game and outdo yourself! Bravo! 👏 (and just so you know- your videos are never boring!) 🌟
Amen! His videos are never boring. I’m always glued to them. They have grown right along with him.
That came out beautiful!
Thank you! 😊
Wow what a difference. So nice a chair to rock in. God bless.
Прекрасная работа ! Браво мастеру !
Excellent job!!!! Very ellegant!!!!
It was obvious that the previous owner thought it was a special piece of furniture and I like that and how you acknowledged this. Good work.
The upholstery looks perfect to me. ❤
This chair was easy for the dumpster but you saved it and gave it a new life 🥺🙏In a way it’s very heartwarming ❤
love to see you trying new things, hope this isn’t the last time we see you sew
Thank you 🙏 most likely not
Superb! For someone who claims to not know what they're doing; you sure as heck DO know what you're doing, and after only watching four videos on upholstery, you did excellently! I was extremely impressed. The rocker looks awesome, well made, exceedingly well restored, as only you can imho, and very comfortable too. Well done! :)
A beautiful job and excellent sewing.
I recommend for first time sewing to use a test piece of the fabric and practice the feel of sewing before stitching together the actual cut piece for the project. And use a sample of the fabric intended for the project. This way a person has a bit of a feel for sewing. Ah the learning curve, hats off and good job! I see you used a decorative stitch with the yellow thread- nice touch. Pretty green fabric btw.
For someone who has no idea what he’s doing, you sure look confident. Beautiful job!
I’m an amateur upholsterer as well. I’ve done 5 chairs so far and I have improved with each project. I already knew how to sew, so had an advantage from the beginning. I am impressed with your first upholstery project and first time sewing, and with velvet, no less! Well done.
Love how you bring the furniture back to life.. excellent craftsmanship!!!
Thanks ☺️
WOW ! Beautiful ❤ I love the colors. Nice job Jay. Joyce❤️🙏🇺🇸
Looks fantastic!!!
Good job giving this trainwreck a go and the lovely outcome.
Someone really loved this chair considering how many times they tried to save it ❤
Beautiful. You brought that chair back from the brink of death. Very nicely done.
For your 1st time doing this, you should be proud of your work. Looks fantastic!
For your first upholstery job, that turned out great!! My only suggestion (and I might have missed it) when sewing anything that will be getting a lot of pressure on the seams, use a zigzag stitch or double stitch it for strength. I'm actually a little surprised you didn't bust out brass upholstery tacks! I've watched several of your videos now (new subscriber!) so I guess that makes me an expert on furniture repair! I'm joking of course. However, I *do* make furniture from scratch- it's just 1/24 scale. Very tiny miniature size. I use fine pine sourced from the Popcicle Stick forests of the land of Coffee Stirrers and stains made by Sharpie and Prismacolor. I wish I knew how to film the process, maybe I should watch a few videos on becoming a youtuber lol
Thanks for the tips 🙂 much appreciated 💛
As someone that does a lot sewing, your machine skills are fine. The more you do, the more confident you'll be. You're doing good especially for first project
Oh Wow! I love this chair. The green velvet was perfect for the style of the chair, not bad for your first time sewing. 😍❤
I'm in Northern Wisconsin, USA. I have been a seamstress for many many years. It always makes me happy when I see someone like you tackle something for the first time. You did extremely well! BTW, I also worked for a sewing dealership, and your choice of machine is excellent. I have been sewing on Brother machines for 25 years. I own 4 machines now, but when I owned my fabric store, I had 13 machines (I taught sewing classes). I can't wait to see another video. I love all of yours!
Well done it looks great.
Wow! From being a loved-to-death rocker to resurrection and another 80 years of use. Very nice!
👍 great work. Somebody treasured that old chair tried to repair it many times. Painting those old springs will help prevent more rust. Finally got the repairs it needed. Thanks for posting. I really like to watch all the steps involved.
You did so much repairs on this one. I love it. And you're always very humble 👍.
Thanks ☺️
Good on you for having a crack at going outside your comfort zone! Sooo many repairs, it turned out lovely 👏🏻
Thank you! 😊
You try new things and always push your skills. Well done! 👏🏻
I really didn't think there was much hope for that chair due to all the damage and shotty repairs. But, as ever, you are a Miracle worker!! Incredible job, Jay!!
I was a seamstress for more years than I care to admit, but I have to say that for your first time using a sewing machine, you did a damn fine job ! Well done sir, and now you can make yourself some pillows, and some circular press stud armrests for the chair using the left over fabric and bits of foam. The seamstesses motto - "Nothing should ever be wasted, and everything can be unpicked and re used ".
@@pebblesthecat3625 that’s very kind of you thank you ☺️
I’ve never seen a midcentury modern rocking chair before-that’s what it is isn’t it? Great job on such a tough piece. The upholstery came out great. Love your bravery! Makes me feel brave to do the same.
Руки ростут,от куда надо!Браво!Очень хорошая работа!❤
Great job!
I've been sewing (self taught) all of my life (I'm 43) and you did great! I love your videos and this spring have a few projects that they will help me with.
For your 1st try upholstering, you knocked it out of the box👏🏾👌🏾
Appreciate that
You are adorable- do not worry what people think when you try something new. You always do a fantastic job! As usual, your end result is spectacular!
You are so humble.
This turned out beautiful.
If my memory serves me right, this is your first sponsor. Congrats. Here's to more.
The only thing missing at the end was . . . . You guessed it. A cat laying on your lap. 😊
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Wow Jay,never used a sewing machine before and you make perfect corners. This Chair is beautiful. You need to very proud of this. The green velvet is everything and really compliments the colour of the stain. Well done 👏. 😊Natalie
Thanks Natalie 💛 very kind of you
You did a great job reupholstering that chair. I reupholsterd a rocker when I was 15 that was a very long time ago . My Grandma gave it to me .
Love From Oklahoma