The Upholstery Bible - Cherry Dobson

The Upholstery Bible by Cherry Dobson is a practical guide to furniture upholstering for a wide range of abilities. This paperback edition is presented as a complete, step-by-step resource for building skills at your own pace.

Key details

• Author: Cherry Dobson
• Subtitle: Complete step-by-step techniques for professional results
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 144
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 15 September 2020

Synopsis

Designed as an accessible reference for upholstery techniques, this book sets out easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions covering essentials from covering buttons through to stripping and upholstering entire chairs. Alongside the practical methods, it offers guidance on core considerations such as selecting materials and tools, and estimating yardage.

More advanced techniques are also included, with advice intended to help you choose appropriate stitches, approaches and textiles for each job. It also explains what to look for when buying second-hand furniture, highlighting what may be fixable and what is best avoided to help prevent costly mistakes.

Rackhams Reference : SIB731M4D5