Reupholstered Antique Wicker Rocker

This wicker rocker is over 100 years old.  It has a metal spring seat which was completely uncovered.  I applied burlap and secured the springs then put padding and felt over the burlap.   I made a cover just like you would for a regular chair cushion but the bottom is burlap which was placed … Continue reading →

Curtains to complement and enhance

A mitered topper can be a stylish way to co-ordinate with the design of the room. The rooms you see here are totally different and even though the design is the same the look changes with the fabric and accents of each treatment. The first room is a bay window in a master bedroom. The … Continue reading →

Window Seats

Here are two different looks for window seats.  Both seats used a 5-6 inch deep foam cushion.  The cushions in both pictures have a zipper in the back for ease of dry cleaning in case of a spill or to just clean after use.  I also recommend getting window seat cushions scotch guarded before using … Continue reading →

Comfort in a Window Seat

This cape cod had a wonderful dormer in the master bedroom which definitely needed this window seat.  The owner built a cedar lined storage box into it which I topped with an upholstered seat and back cushions that coordinated with the fully lined swag and jabots over the window.  It is a great retreat for … Continue reading →

Upholstered Antique Rocker

A client had this antique rocker which he wanted restored.  I enjoy saving family heirlooms so decided to help him with this project. When I removed the old fabric I replaced the old horsehair padding and also padded the back for more comfort.  To hold the fabric in place decorative upholstery tacks were used on … Continue reading →