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It goes without saying that our House Tour inhabitants are a talented bunch. Collecting and crafting their way to stylish homes isn't easy, yet few things require more time and skill than DIY upholstery. Here are some re-covered gems from our archives — including one even a beginner can do! More

Ikat is everywhere these days — as trendy as anything ancient can ever claim to be. Visible in traditional textiles ranging from Southeast Asia to South America to the Middle East and beyond, this type of pattern now lends interiors a kind of dressed-up bohemian vibe. But what is it, and where did it come from? More

I posted this Before & After on Design Sponge a couple of years ago, but I never had the chance to show how I did it. You can figure out the paint part, obvi, but here's how I actually tufted the seat. Enjoy! More

After looking at some of the tools needed for basic upholstery last week, you might want to try your hand at your very own "Before and After" upholstery project. To help guide and inspire you we have gathered some great tutorials and inspiring posts from around the Internet. Happy re-upholstering!

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This isn't your average DIY; I can't give you simple step-by-step instructions or promise that you can get this done on a Saturday afternoon. After all, these chairs took me months to complete. More

If, like me, you have been thinking of undertaking a re-upholstery project you might want to take a look at the tools needed before you start. I have learned that there are several specialized tools that will make the job a lot easier, and depending on the type of upholstery, you might consider acquiring or borrowing some or all of them.

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There's nothing like a new coat of fabric to reinvent an old piece of furniture. But whether you're sending your antique sectional to a high-end professional upholsterer or attacking a Goodwill chair with a staple gun, you're going to need fabric. If you live someplace where it's hard to come by, the Internet is your friend. Check out the following sites for great deals on spectacular home decor fabrics ... More

Every few months, I'll notice a designer's new take on the bean bag chair as I scour the latest web offerings or thumb through the newest shelter mag. Whether it's switching out the vinyl wrapping for a lux new fabric or altering the shape from a lumpy mound into a low, sleek recliner, the bean bag just won't go away. More

Laura has been working with her daughter for a year planning and then executing a bedroom makeover to help create a room that will take her daughter through high school and possibly beyond. Though the new paint and storage are delightful, it is the DIY upholstered daybed that really packs a punch in the room. More