Weaving Seats And Backs

How to Upholster a Prairie Settle: Cutting the Hides
June 2, 2008

Learn how to make patterns, lay them out on the hide, cut them, and punch the holes for the lacing.
How to Upholster a Prairie Settle: Lacing the Cushions
June 2, 2008

In this final episode, learn how to lace the hides over the cushions' padding smoothly and cleanly.
How to Upholster a Prairie Settle: Frame and Foundation
May 30, 2008

Learn how to weave nylon rope through holes in a frame to make webbing to support the settle's seat cushions.
Weaving a Danish Cord Seat: Wrapping Front to Back
November 1, 2007

The first steps in weaving a Danish cord seat happen before you glue up the project.
Weaving a Danish Cord Seat: Wrapping Side to Side
September 28, 2007

Evenly spaced pairs of cord create a foundation for the final weaving.
Weaving a Danish Cord Seat: Finishing Up
September 28, 2007

Long strands woven side to side complete this distinctive seat.
Weaving Shaker Tape Seats
August 27, 2007

Inexpensive cotton tape makes a strong, comfortable seat.
All About Upholstery
September 12, 2005

Sometimes a woodworking project requires branching out into other materials. Such is the case when making a chair or seat, if upholstery is added to the mix. Whether you plan…
Shaker Rocker
May 1, 2005

Jigs and story sticks ensure accurate joinery.
A Post-and-Rung Stool with Round Joints Built to Last
August 1, 2001

Learn a nontraditional approach to stool building that simplifies round-tenon joinery without sacrificing strength.

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