Would like to see videos on measuring fabric for a novice. Especially like florals or paisley patterns and how to match them. Thanks for all the great info!
Please do a video about sewing different fabrics and the essential supplies that are needed. This is my new passion and you have been the best teacher I've found yet!!
Please talk about the materials you use such as different types of foam, different types of fabric and uses of the fabric ie., indoor, outdoor, auto, marine. I know that’s a lot but I need to know a lot. Just starting out and redoing boat interior.
I give another vote for this type of video! Also [im redoing the inside of a van] which has a lot of ¿vinyl/vyinal? in it; I just finished reading about the heat sheets of that stuff. It seemed it only gets used on wearable fabrics, like t shirts & what not. 🕵Is that something i could use on my seats or even the harder stuff? Thanks if you answer or even read this all the way. 👍💁
Husbands come & go but a great pair of shears will last a lifetime! LOL! You are funny. LOVE your videos. We are in the process of reupholstering dining chairs. Let me just say, you definitely make it look so easy, but it certainly is not! You are most certainly a PRO!
Thanks for doing this video. I just started reupholstering as a hobby and picked up a couple Victorian pieces with no idea where to begin. Knowing the tools I will need will be very helpful.
I found your video while trying to do some research before starting my first project. I now know some basic tools that I will need, so thanks for that! I'm going to look at your other videos after this comment but just for some feedback to you, I would love to find a video that kind of walks us through a simple beginner project. I want to reupholster my loveseats but I'm starting to think I should start with something a bit smaller for my first project. I enjoyed this video!!!
These videos are great! Thank you for making them. Few questions... 1. What makes a "good" pair of shears? What length is best? 2. Where do you buy your upholstery specific tools and supplies? (I'm from Dartmouth 😊) 3. What are the sizes of your needles? (You showed your largest and smallest, I'm guessing 4"-1.5" but what's in between /how many sizes? Please keep doing these videos! I've been wanting to do this for a living but I have very limited resources in this area for reliable knowledge, thank you for sharing your experience! I'd really like to see which tools are used for which jobs and I would like to learn... 1. How to properly measure fabric. 2. How to choose and shop for fabric and where you choose to buy it. 3. How to do tufted buttons and cording. 4. What makes a piece difficult vs easier? In other words, how to choose a project that is challenging for your skill level but not in over your head, like in what order would you put things in if you were to chapter them in a book lol? Thank you again, you're my local heroine/idol, I've been folloing your website for years now.
I love my Wiss shears. Find a pair that are comfortable for you. You can buy your supplies at Comfort Foam in Burnside. The needle sizes aren’t that important. Have a variety on hand and use the size that seems suitable for the job. Thanks for watching!
I love my Wiss shears. Find a pair that are comfortable for you. You can buy your supplies at Comfort Foam in Burnside. The needle sizes aren’t that important. Have a variety on hand and use the size that seems suitable for the job. Thanks for watching!
I'm definitely interested in knowing about essential supplies as well as what tools you should invest in if you want to step your game up! Hope to see more of your great content!
Thank you for sharing the equipment you use. I would love to have a video on the supplies you use. I have done a few projects but look forward to doing more. Your videos are very helpful. Of course having a nice "dedicated" area to work is huge with good lighting!!!!
Hello Aimee, Wow! I’m so glad your channel showed up on my TH-cam feed!! You are a very meticulous & talented professional!! And an absolutely wonderful instructor!! I enjoy watching your videos!! I learned sooo much from you!! So much so - that I know I do not want to attempt to upholster my chairs!! I did the seats to my 6 dining chairs over 20 years ago, I enjoyed doing them & they looked nice!! But, just last month & went to a professional upholstery shop & they are going to do all my projects for me - so I am waiting 3 months for my items to be ready!! Because they are that busy!! Your students & customers must be totally thrilled to have found you!! Take care!! I hope you can continue to create & share more videos!!
A useful hint about the Parsons chair.if you finish stapling the front before finishing the sides.you can make sure the pattern on the front is straight.otherwise the corners left and right look slightly pulled down
helpful... I'm just a DIY but I do run into needing to do very light upholstery from time to time and it's a skill I'd like to improve... so far all your videos have been very helpful in that regard
Number 6 tack hammer. For decorative nails (finished nails) they must the C.S Osborne 6oz Nylon Tip Magnetic Hammer #36 so as to not damage the nail/finish.
Thanks for the video. It has great information that is presented with passion and humor. I will likely be starting a couple of upholstery projects in the coming months and will use this as a reference.
Hi Aimee, your videos are always clear and straight to the point with some humour thrown in for a laugh! I am considering some DIY projects and would love to do this as a profession. Thanks, from Belinda at Port Macquarie NSW Australia :-)
New Subscriber. Soooo intimidated by this craft. I’m a Newbie. I’m from many generations of furniture restoration, not upholstery though. My 1st project is a love seat with reclining ends that I used to sleep on as a 4 yr old. Now 50 years later. It was damaged during the Baton Rouge floods.
Hi please talk more about your shears brand name and where you bought it and the size. What to look for in buying a good pair. Do you recommend Fiskars? Also can you do a video on how to make sure the pattern or lines on fabric is straight. I watched one video but you went too fast and didn't catch that part. What do you do if there is a repeating pattern. Also can you do videos on what fabric choices for chairs. Pkease make the videos more often. Thank yoy
My father died 3 months ago he had business doing this i been working with him off and on, but now he gone I want to keep going mostly I took coaches apart. I miss him and everyone in my family took all of things from me. I want to start on my own what my father dream was this videos are helping with my tax money I want to buy machines can you please keeping doing these I need to teach myself I am now how to sow alittlw bit from what he would push me to do for him. I miss him everyday my best friend 😢 😔.
I just subscribed and I can’t wait to see what else you have posted! Hopefully a basic project for beginners and an explanation of the various materials used in upholstery.
Thank you for your video. Looking for recommendations on removing & re-installing existing fabric backing to remove a cellphone that fell through an unknown hole in the base of the couch.
watch your video on staple remover tools. Bought the Osborn two prong one. Works great saved me a lot of time and work. Thanks. Keep the videos coming.
I enjoy your videos immensely. Thank you so much. I would love to see how to do button tucking in leather or car upholstery suitable material. Thanks again. 😆
Your video was very helpful I need to take 6in off of a sofa it's a sectional so I can work with a small piece that goes in the corner of the room but I just need to take 6 inches off so I can get it snug to fit
Thank you so very much for taking the time to share all of your knowledge!! I've just stumbled across your videos whilst doing some research for pneumatic staple guns after experiencing all those things you didnt want to imagine🤦♀️ I was wondering what type/size of staples your staple gun uses and if you have just the one for all jobs? I'm excited to watch the rest of your videos. Thanks again.
Thank you, watched this twice so far. I have done some upholstery and more slip covers. But, an getting ready to do a couple chairs for the living room. And, apparently feeling inadequate🤪. So, gonna get an air gun, Amazon is out of yours...And, keep watching🤗
Hi Aimee. Your videos are Awesome! It doesn’t hurt that your so beautiful....your smile is contagious. Do you have any tips on reupholstering a seat for a John Deere lawn mower with a metal base?
Thanks so much for your videos! I'm fiding them very helpful. You mentioned in the tools video that you could also recommend larger tool requirements for those wanting to start a business. I'm that person! I'd like some info on sewing machines, button machines, and other tools that I'll need to have. I'm putting together a business plan and want to have all my expenses covered.....no pun intended! Thanks again!!!
Well Aimee, now I am concerned. My wife just bought a new pair of really nice shears. Does that mean I am replaced now? I mean I just did her dining room chairs, but I did complain about the previous dull shears. You are just too funny.
To be clear, I didn’t say that a good pair of shears would “replace” a husband. I said it would outlast a husband. Now, if you have a hot tub...I’d be worried. A hot tub can 100% replace a husband. 😜
Your videos are awesome. You make it look so fun. ! I'd love to know if you have a step-by-step set of videos for a novice (like me) to learn to upholster.
Button maker i for pleeeeesssseee. I’ve been sitting (actually not sitting) on my first upholstery project because i can’t make the darned covered buttons needed!
Very informative. Something I noticed on a chair upholstering segment was a pointed end saw used to cut foam. Is this a necessity or will something else work as well for a beginner? Thank you.
Tough week at the ranch and needed a change of pace! The seats I repair and recover use high density foam, could you give a brief lesson on shaping and repairing a section of damaged foam. My equipment consists of a mechanical stapler, odd types and sizes of whatever foam I can scrounge up, old flat sections of used seat covers to put over repairs before installing the cover and a roll of warehouse tough shrink-wrap to hold everything in place on a rough jobs before the cover gets fitted. I am the last resort for most people before they have to replace the entire seat and by keeping my prices low and being creative helped to create a small following. New foam is only an option for a few makes and models out of the hundreds that have been produced, shipping a used seat is no bargain. The last seat I got from Beaumont Texas cost me $56.14 and that cost more then the seat that needed plenty of work. Sorry about rambling but I'm hustling 3 part time jobs and don't get out much. Thanks
Have you ever considered creating a training program? I create them for other clients and also am a paid subscriber of a few woodworking training programs and guitar programs.
Yes, I definitely have. I still have my notes from when I was in trade school, with every subject clearly mapped out the way the instructor taught it. I only need the time....😂
Presently, I have to focus on client work as I’m fully booked and am a one woman show. If you’d like to contact me privately through my website with details, I will consider it for 2021. Thanks
Loved the video Aimee! I am interested in some specifics please. Brand of your staple gun; narrow, medium or wide crown staples; 16 or 18 gauge, and the length of staples that should be used. Thanks in advance!
You forgot a really important one...THE SEWING MACHINE! Nothing is worse that having it out and loosing with a not so powerful..sewing machine for piping and all kinds of 2 and 3 thicknesses of fabrics..PLEASE have an episode covering the sewing machine.
Love your humor. Great information. I had a sewing business out of my home for 10 years when my children were little. I made custom draperies, etc. for home decor. I played around a little with upholstery and really liked it. I am thinking of starting an upholstery business now. Any advice? Thanks!!!
could you tell me the brand name of your stapler? Also, please do more videos on other upholstery essentials. thanks for your videos- they have helped me a TON!! xoxo
New subbie here...Great video! I have 6 chairs to upholster for myself. I realize I'm three years late but I would love to know more about your compressor set up and attachments. Thank you for sharing!
Hi Khorydan, thanks for your comment. Any reputable compressor would be good (Porter Cable or Campbell Hausfeld would be my recommendations) 4 gallon size is fine for one person stapling. You also need to purchase the hose and couplers, but any hardware store staff could help you figure out what you need.
Hi again Aimee! You're SO funny 😂 Can you share info or links to your little compressor and gun so we can look cool too? Also, did you get video when you did the red velvet swivel chair next to Papa Bear in the intro? Btw.. Is that actually an attached coordinating sleep mask hanging on Papa Bear?
Thank you Dawn! I personally can recommend Campbell Hausfeld compressors. This one has been used and abused over the last 20 years. Still works well. A cheaper brand I bought rusted out after one year! You don’t need a big one for upholstery, but the smaller it is, the more it will cycle (make noise). The stapler is 22 guage, and takes 3/8” staples. Cable Porter, it works well too. Used almost daily for the last 5 years, no problems.
@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Thank you SO much Aimee! I'm seeing lots of 6 lbs. Are those ok too? I love powertool shopping. "Girl Power Tools" (my little girl aptly named) They give us more girl powers, but wishes I'd paint them all pink 🤣 I'm off to Lowe's. I'm SO excited! Wheeeee!
Very helpful information! Thank you. I am struggling a bit with a round leather covered ottoman. It has a groove cut in the wood that provided a channel to staple the leather and then the leather piping. Do you have any content that could demonstrate that technique? Thanks again for sharing your expertise.
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Thank you. I refuse to watch any other upholsterer on TH-cam. You are a pro and a great teacher.
Thank you so much 😊
Would like to see videos on measuring fabric for a novice. Especially like florals or paisley patterns and how to match them. Thanks for all the great info!
Please do a video about sewing different fabrics and the essential supplies that are needed. This is my new passion and you have been the best teacher I've found yet!!
Thank you
Did she make it ?
You're clear, concise and fun to watch. Keep the details coming, so important! I can't wait to see some of your sewing techniques
This lady is underrated, lots of knowledge and skills. 👌👌👌
I didn’t pause but spit my water everywhere 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂GREAT VIDEO 🙌🙌🙌
Please talk about the materials you use such as different types of foam, different types of fabric and uses of the fabric ie., indoor, outdoor, auto, marine. I know that’s a lot but I need to know a lot. Just starting out and redoing boat interior.
I give another vote for this type of video!
Also [im redoing the inside of a van] which has a lot of ¿vinyl/vyinal? in it; I just finished reading about the heat sheets of that stuff.
It seemed it only gets used on wearable fabrics, like t shirts & what not.
🕵Is that something i could use on my seats or even the harder stuff?
Thanks if you answer or even read this all the way. 👍💁
How much air pressure does your stapler require to drive the staples home?
About 90psi I believe (I set it many years ago) but play around until you get yours right
Please, do make more videos on essential tools. Upholstery is something I would love to learn. From the Republic of Ireland.
+Thanks so much, martin berry! Will do!
Husbands come & go but a great pair of shears will last a lifetime! LOL! You are funny. LOVE your videos. We are in the process of reupholstering dining chairs. Let me just say, you definitely make it look so easy, but it certainly is not! You are most certainly a PRO!
Thanks for doing this video. I just started reupholstering as a hobby and picked up a couple Victorian pieces with no idea where to begin. Knowing the tools I will need will be very helpful.
I found your video while trying to do some research before starting my first project. I now know some basic tools that I will need, so thanks for that! I'm going to look at your other videos after this comment but just for some feedback to you, I would love to find a video that kind of walks us through a simple beginner project. I want to reupholster my loveseats but I'm starting to think I should start with something a bit smaller for my first project.
I enjoyed this video!!!
These videos are great! Thank you for making them. Few questions...
1. What makes a "good" pair of shears? What length is best?
2. Where do you buy your upholstery specific tools and supplies? (I'm from Dartmouth 😊)
3. What are the sizes of your needles? (You showed your largest and smallest, I'm guessing 4"-1.5" but what's in between /how many sizes?
Please keep doing these videos! I've been wanting to do this for a living but I have very limited resources in this area for reliable knowledge, thank you for sharing your experience!
I'd really like to see which tools are used for which jobs and I would like to learn...
1. How to properly measure fabric.
2. How to choose and shop for fabric and where you choose to buy it.
3. How to do tufted buttons and cording.
4. What makes a piece difficult vs easier? In other words, how to choose a project that is challenging for your skill level but not in over your head, like in what order would you put things in if you were to chapter them in a book lol?
Thank you again, you're my local heroine/idol, I've been folloing your website for years now.
I love my Wiss shears. Find a pair that are comfortable for you. You can buy your supplies at Comfort Foam in Burnside. The needle sizes aren’t that important. Have a variety on hand and use the size that seems suitable for the job. Thanks for watching!
I love my Wiss shears. Find a pair that are comfortable for you. You can buy your supplies at Comfort Foam in Burnside. The needle sizes aren’t that important. Have a variety on hand and use the size that seems suitable for the job. Thanks for watching!
I'm definitely interested in knowing about essential supplies as well as what tools you should invest in if you want to step your game up! Hope to see more of your great content!
Perfect! There’s a video about that too. Check it out!
Good job, here watching from Uganda. East Africa
So glad I found you and your videos.
Awesome! I hope you’ll also check out my videos on Upholstery.Life!
You're my favourite person to watch presently.
Thank you for sharing the equipment you use. I would love to have a video on the supplies you use. I have done a few projects but look forward to doing more. Your videos are very helpful. Of course having a nice "dedicated" area to work is huge with good lighting!!!!
Always make a dedicated workspace for yourself! You’re worth it
Very helpful....Do't stop now! :) Give us some more.
Hello Aimee,
Wow! I’m so glad your channel showed up on my TH-cam feed!! You are a very meticulous & talented professional!! And an absolutely wonderful instructor!!
I enjoy watching your videos!! I learned sooo much from you!! So much so - that I know I do not want to attempt to upholster my chairs!! I did the seats to my 6 dining chairs over 20 years ago, I enjoyed doing them & they looked nice!! But, just last month & went to a professional upholstery shop & they are going to do all my projects for me - so I am waiting 3 months for my items to be ready!! Because they are that busy!!
Your students & customers must be totally thrilled to have found you!! Take care!! I hope you can continue to create & share more videos!!
A useful hint about the Parsons chair.if you finish stapling the front before finishing the sides.you can make sure the pattern on the front is straight.otherwise the corners left and right look slightly pulled down
Lol😂! Husband come and goes but these last for a lifetime !!!!😂❤
Thank you again for the video and I look forward seeing more.
Thx Amy , I’m getting started with this and have been reading and studying about leather upholstery.
helpful... I'm just a DIY but I do run into needing to do very light upholstery from time to time and it's a skill I'd like to improve... so far all your videos have been very helpful in that regard
Your videos are so detailed which is so helpful for a beginner. Thank you for your time 😊
Beautiful Lady ! will be watching more x
Number 6 tack hammer. For decorative nails (finished nails) they must the C.S Osborne 6oz Nylon Tip Magnetic Hammer #36 so as to not damage the nail/finish.
Thanks for the video. It has great information that is presented with passion and humor. I will likely be starting a couple of upholstery projects in the coming months and will use this as a reference.
Please do make a video on both basics and needed supplies/materials AND a sewing machine especially for making the seat cushions and piping. Thanks.
Hi Aimee, your videos are always clear and straight to the point with some humour thrown in for a laugh! I am considering some DIY projects and would love to do this as a profession. Thanks, from Belinda at Port Macquarie NSW Australia :-)
+Harper Electrical Group, thank you! I appreciate the feedback!
I grew up in Port Macquarie! Lived on Calwalla Cres. Left in 1982 now live in USA.
Amy, your an amazing sewer. Great to watch.
Please show us everything there is to now would be really helpful
Very intelligent , to the point , You are great , thank You
Nice introduction ..Ive been doing upholstery for a few years. I love it .Looking forward to your videos
New Subscriber. Soooo intimidated by this craft. I’m a Newbie. I’m from many generations of furniture restoration, not upholstery though. My 1st project is a love seat with reclining ends that I used to sleep on as a 4 yr old. Now 50 years later. It was damaged during the Baton Rouge floods.
Hi Amy. Thank you.
Very good information video keep up the good work
@3:08 "husbands come and go" *proceeds to show off murder weapon*
The extra tool. Yes please.
Very good videos and info. Great length too. Better than others. Thank you.
Esencial video for tools and supplies fabric all of it. Just found your channel.TIA 😊
Thank you.
Thanks !!
Excellent thanks! What about a rubber mallet?
Very good lesson. Please talk about seeing machines and supplies and supply companies. Thank you Amie, I enjoy your blog.
Those videos are already up! Hope you find them
Love your videos
Hi please talk more about your shears brand name and where you bought it and the size. What to look for in buying a good pair. Do you recommend Fiskars? Also can you do a video on how to make sure the pattern or lines on fabric is straight. I watched one video but you went too fast and didn't catch that part. What do you do if there is a repeating pattern. Also can you do videos on what fabric choices for chairs. Pkease make the videos more often. Thank yoy
Would love to see more essential tools. Great video.
My father died 3 months ago he had business doing this i been working with him off and on, but now he gone I want to keep going mostly I took coaches apart. I miss him and everyone in my family took all of things from me. I want to start on my own what my father dream was this videos are helping with my tax money I want to buy machines can you please keeping doing these I need to teach myself I am now how to sow alittlw bit from what he would push me to do for him.
I miss him everyday my best friend 😢 😔.
I'm excited about this, too!
CONGRATS Miss Master Aimee!!!!!!Excellent explanations !!!!!I'm an upholsterer.
Best Regards.
Best Wishes.
Thanks so much Luigi! 😊
suggestion for future video- club chair with out-scrolling arms
Husbands come and go...yes. I said out LOUD " girl don't I know it". I love your channel.
😂 thank you!
I just subscribed and I can’t wait to see what else you have posted! Hopefully a basic project for beginners and an explanation of the various materials used in upholstery.
good video thanks for the time you took
Had to pause and laugh at "husbands come and go....." !
😂
🤣🤣🤣😭
So Agree!!! Lol that was hilarious even that I have the best hubby in the world. So funny! I got the stress about how important that was to get!
Reality check: Wives do eventually find the door marked EXIT as well.
Me too. I smiled to myself ❤.
Thank you for your video. Looking for recommendations on removing & re-installing existing fabric backing to remove a cellphone that fell through an unknown hole in the base of the couch.
Love your fabric choices can you share sources of fabrics and sample books.
watch your video on staple remover tools. Bought the Osborn two prong one. Works great saved me a lot of time and work. Thanks. Keep the videos coming.
I am getting into upholstery biggest challenge is vinyl ATV seats the rounded corners any tip you can give me? Also do you have a fb page?
You should add piping and a border if the foam is thick.
I enjoy your videos immensely. Thank you so much. I would love to see how to do button tucking in leather or car upholstery suitable material. Thanks again. 😆
Your video was very helpful I need to take 6in off of a sofa it's a sectional so I can work with a small piece that goes in the corner of the room but I just need to take 6 inches off so I can get it snug to fit
Thank you so very much for taking the time to share all of your knowledge!! I've just stumbled across your videos whilst doing some research for pneumatic staple guns after experiencing all those things you didnt want to imagine🤦♀️
I was wondering what type/size of staples your staple gun uses and if you have just the one for all jobs?
I'm excited to watch the rest of your videos. Thanks again.
Hi Claire,
All my links are in the video description! Take care, Aimee
Hi Amy love your work very clear instructions on all your videos.
Please add video of fabric you need and other essentials, would really be helpful
Check out the essential supplies video. Might be what you’re after
Thanks for sharing your knowledge,
Thank you, watched this twice so far. I have done some upholstery and more slip covers. But, an getting ready to do a couple chairs for the living room. And, apparently feeling inadequate🤪. So, gonna get an air gun, Amazon is out of yours...And, keep watching🤗
Hi Aimee. Your videos are Awesome! It doesn’t hurt that your so beautiful....your smile is contagious. Do you have any tips on reupholstering a seat for a John Deere lawn mower with a metal base?
Thanks so much for your videos! I'm fiding them very helpful. You mentioned in the tools video that you could also recommend larger tool requirements for those wanting to start a business. I'm that person! I'd like some info on sewing machines, button machines, and other tools that I'll need to have. I'm putting together a business plan and want to have all my expenses covered.....no pun intended! Thanks again!!!
Thanks, I’ll put something together for you soon!
Well Aimee, now I am concerned. My wife just bought a new pair of really nice shears. Does that mean I am replaced now? I mean I just did her dining room chairs, but I did complain about the previous dull shears. You are just too funny.
To be clear, I didn’t say that a good pair of shears would “replace” a husband. I said it would outlast a husband. Now, if you have a hot tub...I’d be worried. A hot tub can 100% replace a husband. 😜
@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio I guess I am safe, she doesn't like hot tubs.
Thanks for the info! Any chance you can do a video on the steps for decking a sofa?
Interested pls make video about supplies for upholstery
Thank you, that was very helpful😊
hysterical "husbands come and go" i'd rather have my tools!!!!
Supplies! Yes please.
Your videos are awesome. You make it look so fun. ! I'd love to know if you have a step-by-step set of videos for a novice (like me) to learn to upholster.
Button maker i for pleeeeesssseee. I’ve been sitting (actually not sitting) on my first upholstery project because i can’t make the darned covered buttons needed!
I’m looking for a easier and pain free way of pulling staples
Thank you again for the video, loved it! I would like to know what the “black handled pokey thing” is used for. Stay safe in these crazy days
Hi! I love your videos! Your work is beautiful. What staple size do you use?
Thank you so much for sharing. Liked and subscribed. I'll be watching them all!
Welcome! 😊
Do u have video of molded lounge chairs- pls upload
Where can I purchase that staple remover?
Very informative. Something I noticed on a chair upholstering segment was a pointed end saw used to cut foam. Is this a necessity or will something else work as well for a beginner? Thank you.
Thank you so much! Could you please make a video on how to cover and attach and arm panel on a sofa please?
Tough week at the ranch and needed a change of pace! The seats I repair and recover use high density foam, could you give a brief lesson on shaping and repairing a section of damaged foam. My equipment consists of a mechanical stapler, odd types and sizes of whatever foam I can scrounge up, old flat sections of used seat covers to put over repairs before installing the cover and a roll of warehouse tough shrink-wrap to hold everything in place on a rough jobs before the cover gets fitted. I am the last resort for most people before they have to replace the entire seat and by keeping my prices low and being creative helped to create a small following. New foam is only an option for a few makes and models out of the hundreds that have been produced, shipping a used seat is no bargain. The last seat I got from Beaumont Texas cost me $56.14 and that cost more then the seat that needed plenty of work. Sorry about rambling but I'm hustling 3 part time jobs and don't get out much. Thanks
It’s always good to use up your scraps of foam for smaller projects. 👍
Just getting started and love your videos!!! I think I will follow your methods.
Have you ever considered creating a training program? I create them for other clients and also am a paid subscriber of a few woodworking training programs and guitar programs.
Yes, I definitely have. I still have my notes from when I was in trade school, with every subject clearly mapped out the way the instructor taught it. I only need the time....😂
@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio I create training programs for my clients. Would you be interested in collaborating?
Presently, I have to focus on client work as I’m fully booked and am a one woman show. If you’d like to contact me privately through my website with details, I will consider it for 2021. Thanks
Loved the video Aimee!
I am interested in some specifics please. Brand of your staple gun; narrow, medium or wide crown staples; 16 or 18 gauge, and the length of staples that should be used. Thanks in advance!
Brand doesn’t matter, just needs to be specific for upholstery. 3/8” x 3/8” staples, 22 gauge.
I'm interested please. I think your work is amazing and inspiring.
You forgot a really important one...THE SEWING MACHINE! Nothing is worse that having it out and loosing with a not so powerful..sewing machine for piping and all kinds of 2 and 3 thicknesses of fabrics..PLEASE have an episode covering the sewing machine.
Thank you for the suggestion!
3:19-3:26 best advice ever 😂
Love your humor. Great information. I had a sewing business out of my home for 10 years when my children were little. I made custom draperies, etc. for home decor. I played around a little with upholstery and really liked it. I am thinking of starting an upholstery business now. Any advice? Thanks!!!
Just “practice”! 😊 Best of luck!
What a great video, and free too. You are amazing!!
Thank you so much!
Good job...from Pakistan
could you tell me the brand name of your stapler? Also, please do more videos on other upholstery essentials. thanks for your videos- they have helped me a TON!! xoxo
Mine is a Porter Cable upholstery stapler. Thanks for your comment!
Brand of air compressor?
I really appreciate how you explain things, so easy to follow!
jeneal miller
Campbell hosfield
Next time can you put 🇨🇦 links also love your videos . Thank you Maggie
Nobody uses them, and you can get there through the US links
New subbie here...Great video! I have 6 chairs to upholster for myself. I realize I'm three years late but I would love to know more about your compressor set up and attachments. Thank you for sharing!
Hi Khorydan, thanks for your comment. Any reputable compressor would be good (Porter Cable or Campbell Hausfeld would be my recommendations) 4 gallon size is fine for one person stapling. You also need to purchase the hose and couplers, but any hardware store staff could help you figure out what you need.
Wow very interesting wants to learn more.
Hi again Aimee! You're SO funny 😂 Can you share info or links to your little compressor and gun so we can look cool too? Also, did you get video when you did the red velvet swivel chair next to Papa Bear in the intro? Btw.. Is that actually an attached coordinating sleep mask hanging on Papa Bear?
Thank you Dawn! I personally can recommend Campbell Hausfeld compressors. This one has been used and abused over the last 20 years. Still works well. A cheaper brand I bought rusted out after one year! You don’t need a big one for upholstery, but the smaller it is, the more it will cycle (make noise). The stapler is 22 guage, and takes 3/8” staples. Cable Porter, it works well too. Used almost daily for the last 5 years, no problems.
@@ArtisanUpholsteryStudio Thank you SO much Aimee! I'm seeing lots of 6 lbs. Are those ok too? I love powertool shopping. "Girl Power Tools" (my little girl aptly named) They give us more girl powers, but wishes I'd paint them all pink 🤣 I'm off to Lowe's. I'm SO excited! Wheeeee!
And love your videos.
Very helpful information! Thank you. I am struggling a bit with a round leather covered ottoman. It has a groove cut in the wood that provided a channel to staple the leather and then the leather piping. Do you have any content that could demonstrate that technique? Thanks again for sharing your expertise.