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klswift 05-28-2014 08:52 AM

with the muslin and the 1/2" seams. I would also attach a strip of fusible interfacing to the fabric side where it will be stapled to the underside of the table. This will give it a protection from ripping at the staples.

solstice3 05-28-2014 01:06 PM

Good info from paper princess

madamekelly 05-28-2014 02:16 PM


Originally Posted by PaperPrincess (Post 6732520)
I would back it with muslin. When doing upholstery, you would put the foam on the frame, then cover it with canvas or muslin & tack down. This fabric takes most of the stress of holding the foam in place. The fashion fabric goes on top, which again is often first lined first. Look on you tube for ideas.
Your idea of half inch seams is also a good idea.

Instead of nailing the fashion fabric (pieced quilt) to the table, consider putting elastic around the edge so it is washable? (Think fitted sheet) as long as it would work on that particular table style of course. I have wonderful fur -kids and visitors that can spill things.

Cedar 05-28-2014 02:26 PM


Originally Posted by Denice_a (Post 6733903)
I recently came across a website that had the chair and ottoman below and would love to do something similar some day. Wonder if it would help to use a heavy fusible stabilizer instead of muslin? I wouldn't want to use muslin since I would not want it be quilted... Hope you post pictures when she has it finished.
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Oh my goodness Denice, I love that chair and ottoman! If only it came with instructions. I have a sofa that has Victorian style wood edging like that that really needs refinished, but I wouldn't know where to start.

lberna 05-29-2014 04:26 AM


Originally Posted by klswift (Post 6734799)
with the muslin and the 1/2" seams. I would also attach a strip of fusible interfacing to the fabric side where it will be stapled to the underside of the table. This will give it a protection from ripping at the staples.

Great idea. I've never used fusible interfacing but I will give it a try.


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