Deep Buttoned Back Slipper Chair

In this video I explain what a slipper chair is and walk you around the frame. Then I'll explain the order I plan to upholster the chair and why. Finally, I show how to stain and lacquer the legs and how to get a lovely smooth finish with a wet sand.

In this video you'll learn how to prep the inside back frame ready for deep buttoning. I'll show you what foams I like to use and how I layer them up to get the desired look.

In this video I show you how to make buttons using a button press machine.

In this video you'll learn how to upholster a deep buttoned back chair. I'll show you how to free-hand the diamonds into the fabric and I will teach you what to look for if your diamond will be too tight or too loose before putting in the button.

In this video you'll learn how to prep an upholstered seat ready for upholstery. I'll show you how to add webs and protect them to add strength to your seat platform.

In this video you'll learn how to upholster an upholstered seat ready for a front border to go on.

In this video you'll learn how to measure your border so the seams fall exactly on the corners of the chair.

In this video I'll show you how I prep and upholster an outside back of a chair.

In this video I show you how to attach the bottom (or dust cover) to a chair.