upholster a sofa with easy beginner friendly steps | how to upholster

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Hi everyone, welcome back to my channel. In today’s episode I am going to show you step by step easy to follow, very beginner friendly instructions on how to reupholster your old couch/sofa/loveseat/chair with my easy tutorial. Follow me into my home while I DIY or do it yourself, a favourite hobby of mine, to help me create an interior design inspired zen room makeover, with my easy to follow upholstery tutorial.
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Chapters:
0:00 Start
1:14 step 1
6:43 How to sew a zipper
4:36 How to cut upholstery fabric
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  • @SeetalMD
    @SeetalMD3 жыл бұрын

    5.23 : i just realised I said zig zag stitch on your washing machine. I meant sewing machine of course. sorry. 🤪

  • @annearul6316

    @annearul6316

    3 жыл бұрын

    What brand is your overlock machine. Seems simple to use

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@annearul6316 it’s Janome Harmony 9102D. Yes it’s very basic. There are some other functions that it can do but i only use it as a serger. Thanks for asking.

  • @annearul6316

    @annearul6316

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD Thanks for the reply, it's a difficult project yet you managed to complete. Well done

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@annearul6316 aww thank you and you’re most welcome.

  • @dlwcrazyblondeone

    @dlwcrazyblondeone

    3 жыл бұрын

    It happens. We knew what you meant.

  • @earthe808
    @earthe8089 ай бұрын

    2 years later & this is the BEST video I’ve seen yet! Most helpful & Easy To Follow, Thank You Seetal ! ❤

  • @emogal20
    @emogal202 жыл бұрын

    This is how you do it! I'm so glad you went out of your way to transform this couch the proper way and not just put fabric on top of the old fabric. Most other videos did and it looked so sloppy! Great work! 👍

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks. I have kids that love jumping on couches. Wrapping it would’ve quickly undone itself.

  • @sagitta12
    @sagitta122 жыл бұрын

    this was helpful! I am intimidated about reupholstering a beautiful and solid couch that our rabbits chewed after a neighbor's kids tore up the upholstery a bit. Reading through this thread and I will rewatch your video. THANK YOU!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can do it. Look at it this way, it’s already chewed. What’s the worst that could happen?

  • @heatherlana8608
    @heatherlana8608 Жыл бұрын

    This is super helpful! I was trying to decide if I should try to fix and reupholster my couch or buy a new one and this gave me the confidence to try to fix it first. Thanks for posting :D

  • @capt.orenbutler7968
    @capt.orenbutler7968 Жыл бұрын

    absolutely loved the way you made it seem so simple. Will definitely re do my couch and hope it comes out s good as yours.

  • @makeslowly5350
    @makeslowly53502 жыл бұрын

    This was an absolutely stunning couch reno! I'm only upset that you underplayed your talent. I mean, you made a new couch! What?! Thanks so much for this, it was superb.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Aww. Gee thanks so much. Yeah I guess I do undermine my talents a lot.

  • @catnation2446
    @catnation24463 жыл бұрын

    I am so happy that I found this video! I wish I could post pictures here, but such is life. I am in the tear down stage on my couch right now. Unlike your video I will be replacing the foam padding as this couch has been stored for years and the foam smells musty. Your video is very helpful for when I start the upolstery process. Thank you! 😃

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    yay im so proud of you. good luck with your project. patience is key. im on instagram too. do dm me a picture. I'd love to see. @seetal_md

  • @prettylittlesecrets5086
    @prettylittlesecrets5086Ай бұрын

    This is really helpful. Thank you so much for this video.

  • @rosaelinav8036
    @rosaelinav8036 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this video I love how your sofa look… I’m trying to do the same with a kea love sofa…when I brought it’s I put it’s together, so i think is going to be easy to add a new fabric… than you so much…now I has to check on the fabric prices…💫💖💫

  • @MizJilly
    @MizJilly2 жыл бұрын

    This makes so much sense . . . why am I so afraid to try this! AGH! You did a beautiful job.

  • @craftycathy2023
    @craftycathy20233 ай бұрын

    Great video and I loved the instructional bit about putting the zipper on and using a basting stitch! I am going to be tapping myself for reupholstering later this year and that sewing tip was super helpful

  • @saherusman9292
    @saherusman92922 жыл бұрын

    Best sewing and adding zipper techniques , brilliant girl.

  • @nevahall7637
    @nevahall763729 күн бұрын

    This is AWESOME, thank you very much. I have a leather sofa that needs special attention, this really helps.

  • @AmyKaur89
    @AmyKaur893 жыл бұрын

    You make it look so easyyyyy.. Ill definitely try one day 😉

  • @metteudsholt9717
    @metteudsholt97172 жыл бұрын

    great tip with the cushion zipper!

  • @Lewisa369
    @Lewisa3692 жыл бұрын

    Loved the video

  • @shuggaraecreation2009
    @shuggaraecreation20092 жыл бұрын

    You did that girl😍

  • @sharonlatour6230
    @sharonlatour62307 ай бұрын

    Lovely! I love the fabric! You and little man did a great job!

  • @healingwater111
    @healingwater1112 жыл бұрын

    wooah nice job!

  • @authenticworldacademy
    @authenticworldacademy3 жыл бұрын

    Lovely video :-) Great idea for extending the life of a comfy couch! Thank you for the instructions.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    thank you for watching. :)

  • @mirianchitay6562
    @mirianchitay65622 жыл бұрын

    Knowing how to sew a zipper your way!! I was like “are kidding me” that was that most awesome talent!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @avalederman7156
    @avalederman7156 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! This is such a highly intricate craft - well done!!

  • @elizabethm.patrice6614
    @elizabethm.patrice66144 ай бұрын

    You are absolutely amazing - you made to whole dyi so easy. Absolutely the best tutorial i have seen

  • @nadinebarker7454
    @nadinebarker74546 ай бұрын

    Waow!! Well done and thank you for the tips given!

  • @mael2039
    @mael20393 жыл бұрын

    such an informative video! And your couch turned out so beautiful!! I love it! Definitely going to try

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    thank you for watching. Im glad you found the video useful. let me know how your couch goes.

  • @ntoshbaskiti-ug1wp
    @ntoshbaskiti-ug1wp Жыл бұрын

    Hi thanks for sharing🤩

  • @khushbupatel6079
    @khushbupatel6079Күн бұрын

    What kind of fabric did you use and in general what kind of fabric should we search for? Thank you so much for the advice! ❤

  • @bulbasaurevolved
    @bulbasaurevolved3 жыл бұрын

    Loved this video! Looking to learn about reupholstering, your video was great. Thank you!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    thank you so much. good luck on your journey. it is so rewarding to have furniture pieces with your own personal touch.

  • @lissamarschall1430
    @lissamarschall14302 жыл бұрын

    I think the fabric you choose is beautiful. It looks so good. The finished product is stunning.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Lissa 😃

  • @Sweetypiesugarlove
    @Sweetypiesugarlove Жыл бұрын

    Not my style but very pretty and your explanation was very thorough. Thanks!

  • @freedomforevar1377
    @freedomforevar137710 ай бұрын

    This is a great video

  • @thornbird6768
    @thornbird67682 жыл бұрын

    Love the choice of material 👍🏻 I really want to recover my lovely retro sofa but I don’t have the time or skill necessary . Guess I will get a professional to do it for me 😂

  • @sasa_homes
    @sasa_homes Жыл бұрын

    Amazing

  • @MsQamariyah
    @MsQamariyah3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely loved your video. Super easy to follow🥰

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome I’m glad you found it easy to follow.

  • @coolwerwolf
    @coolwerwolf Жыл бұрын

    Bravo u are specialist

  • @pinkcashmere1908
    @pinkcashmere1908 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this! Looks scary to do but you made it look easy lol. The string parts got me confused and concerned. I love the diy-ing...upholstery costs the same as a brand new sofa...$1200!

  • @else4868
    @else48683 жыл бұрын

    This was so helpful, thank you!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    you're most welcome. thank you for watching.

  • @BUNNYSVINTAGE
    @BUNNYSVINTAGE3 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant thank you!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome!

  • @kenn1936
    @kenn19366 ай бұрын

    I will subscribe - excellent video. Just about to reupholster my sofa. great tips.

  • @vannebot4890
    @vannebot4890 Жыл бұрын

    Well, looks like I'm going to attempt reupholster my couch. Thanks for the clear and simplified steps! I'm also going to try and find that amazing rug you've got. It's beautiful!!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    The rug is from temple and Webster. West elm also has similar ones.

  • @gisselam.marmolejos8710
    @gisselam.marmolejos87103 жыл бұрын

    I ‘m so blessed I did find your video ❤️ I going start the process to redoing my sofa and I am scare a little be but you make it so easy ( I know is not) but i am waiting to be pass that before get in a bill of $779 dollars just for a sofa , thank you 🙏🏼!!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good luck. Have you started dear?

  • @amandaspain6438
    @amandaspain6438 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this video … a little confused by the loop thing ?? 🤔 but will watch again! Excited to get on with mine and save £1000 !!

  • @jaspalkaur5900
    @jaspalkaur59003 жыл бұрын

    😍😍

  • @jdclay9403
    @jdclay94032 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Very nice. Great tutorial.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @scopofurnitech1760
    @scopofurnitech17603 жыл бұрын

    Very nice

  • @GingerDodson
    @GingerDodson Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ginger. 😁

  • @k7khh
    @k7khh2 жыл бұрын

    جميل ورائع 😍😘

  • @virtualgatherings796
    @virtualgatherings796 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this video. Your couch looks like it came out great. It would have been nice if you gave a clear view of the entire couch finished. it is covered by the pillows and you sitting in front.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww thanks for the review. I’ll keep that in mind next time. I’ll take longer videos of the finished product. I’ve since sold the couch and new owners absolutely love it. They washed some of my coffee stains off it and kept to the fabric. It gave their home that design element they needed.

  • @micheljones4970
    @micheljones49702 жыл бұрын

    Well done. Great job

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @ioanabranisteanu1281
    @ioanabranisteanu12818 ай бұрын

    Question: can I upholster my couch on top of its original fabric? So without taking out anything, just layering the fabric on top of what’s already there?

  • @HelloShahlin
    @HelloShahlin3 жыл бұрын

    Heyy watching this I seeee upholstery is sooo doable

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    it is. patience, slow and steady

  • @SeetalMD
    @SeetalMD3 жыл бұрын

    Hi everyone. In today's video I show you all the steps you need to know to reupholster any couch at all. I hope you enjoy this video and hit the like button to show me some love. xoxo. thanks for watching and joining the team. I love you all.

  • @AmitTiwari-ve7rj
    @AmitTiwari-ve7rj2 жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you think so!

  • @halibut1249
    @halibut12492 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful re-upholstery project, looks brand-new professional. Beautiful fabric too. Thank you for explaining the process.

  • @paddyhurst5245
    @paddyhurst52455 ай бұрын

    Hi I love the sofa and I just adore the material it is gorgeous what is the name of the material I would love to know thank you so much I reupholstered my sofa too Helen from UK England

  • @johannaailano3714
    @johannaailano37143 жыл бұрын

    Amazing she makes it look so easy and I could save a few pennies instead of buying a new couch.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    omg definitely try. it really is that easy!

  • @williamss5141
    @williamss51413 жыл бұрын

    Quite informative

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    thank you. I will be doing another one soon. stay tuned. :)

  • @ushayarlagadda6441
    @ushayarlagadda64412 ай бұрын

    I want try with your help to change my sofa cloth .Will you be able to help?

  • @punchymuffin6402
    @punchymuffin64022 жыл бұрын

    I am enjoying the video madam.

  • @teresitabeltran7665
    @teresitabeltran76653 жыл бұрын

    I'm also done doing my UPholstered sofa

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do you have a picture you can share with me on IG @seetal_md?

  • @clmcwilliams257
    @clmcwilliams2573 жыл бұрын

    I think you did a great job. It would have been nice to see the finished product by itself :-)

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    aww thanks. I did feature the same sofa in another video where I did a zen room makeover.

  • @joannak6121
    @joannak61213 жыл бұрын

    About how long did the entire process take? I'm tempted to try doing my "new" craiglist couch, but I'm scared of the time commitment. I did do an entire set of dining chairs, so I do have some experience, but a couch seems so much more intense lol

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    yes a couch is intense. mine took me 2 days of working 4 hours a day. so 8 hours in total. the first day I ripped everything and just measured and cut fabric. then the second day I sewed and put together. and this love seat is only a 2 seater really. look at it this way, how much are you willing to put in to learn something by doing? if your project is a fail, you will learn where you went wrong. don't give up. good luck. :)

  • @merodri187
    @merodri1872 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! A question is it an option the just leave the the original fabric and continue with the new one?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah you definitely could. But then you will have to measure the fabric while the fabric is on the couch.

  • @philrose7716
    @philrose7716 Жыл бұрын

    Your son is so cute.

  • @bishalchhetri7660
    @bishalchhetri76603 жыл бұрын

    Very good idea and you make very nice can you tell me how long meter fabric should be buy this size of sofa

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I used a total of 8 and 1/2 meters.

  • @sofasetopopop
    @sofasetopopop2 жыл бұрын

    I make a Sofa set

  • @nataliabernal6361
    @nataliabernal6361 Жыл бұрын

    Loved your video! So useful, thank you. By the way, what’s the model of your black Singer sewing machine?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    The singer heritage

  • @babiimitchie
    @babiimitchie3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I really like the style of this couch, do you mind telling me where you bought it from?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s a westelm love seat purchased in 2018. ☺️

  • @sOnlight67
    @sOnlight673 жыл бұрын

    Excellent job, and great directions! What type or grade of fabric did you use?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    actually its curtain fabric. :). and im happy to say that its holding up well even as a jumping place for the kids.

  • @sOnlight67

    @sOnlight67

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD thank you for your response and reply.

  • @lesley7387
    @lesley738711 ай бұрын

    What sewing machine are you using and any special cotton?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    11 ай бұрын

    A singer normal domestic sewing machine. I used curtain fabric. Any curtain or upholstery fabric will work. If you use apparel fabric the covers will tear after a while as it wears easier.

  • @pinkcashmere1908
    @pinkcashmere1908 Жыл бұрын

    Also..I want to do this, but my.sofa legs cannot be removed. Ideas?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    How about making cuts in the fabric to wrap around the sofa legs instead and staple them tight and well so they essentially look like the legs were removed and then the sofa was upholstered.

  • @mikaylahrosemusic
    @mikaylahrosemusic Жыл бұрын

    So amazing! How long did it take you?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    A good weekend.

  • @luciflorence2478
    @luciflorence2478 Жыл бұрын

    what fabric do you recommend? im worried if i dont use upholstery fabric it will bobble or tear after a while

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Curtain fabric works just as well. I used curtain fabric and it’s holding up great till today. A cotton mix polyester tightly woven fabric is best. Try to avoid the ones with texture such as tapestry.

  • @luciflorence2478

    @luciflorence2478

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD thank you

  • @robertaadjei
    @robertaadjei3 жыл бұрын

    Hey. Roughly how much fabric did you use for reupholstering your couch?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi. I used about a little less than 8 metres of fabric which was at 150cm width. I could have used at least 1 metre or slightly more less but because I had a pattern which I had to keep unidirectional, i ended up using most of the 8metres. I probably have like 70cm of fabric left which I could use to make a couple of more standard sized cushions. hope that helps. :)

  • @MomCel

    @MomCel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi... I'm from the Philippines and I'm looking for some videos about upholstery and I found this one it's help me alot thank you

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aww thanks that means a lot to me

  • @melgracejulian2332
    @melgracejulian23322 жыл бұрын

    This is what im looking for . But the only problem is how many fabric did you use? Or how long in cm

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    About 8 meters

  • @sjdhsmfbsdhmfbsdhmfbsd6290
    @sjdhsmfbsdhmfbsdhmfbsd6290 Жыл бұрын

    You're so frickin' cute and charming!!

  • @Loksta_1
    @Loksta_13 жыл бұрын

    How long did this take you to do thanks

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    it took 2 days. about 4 hours to remove and cut fabric, and another 4 hours to sew.

  • @lesley7387
    @lesley738711 ай бұрын

    You did not mention your calculations that you used after measuring the sofa?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    11 ай бұрын

    I did not rely on calculations solely. I estimated 8m of fabric for this project and had about a meter left.

  • @DS-qs8gt
    @DS-qs8gt3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video, thank you very much for that! We are trying to reupholster our sofa to make it an outdoor furniture and we would like to cover it a weatherproof layer. We do not own a sewing machine yet and I would really appreciate if someone would recommend a good ne for upholstery :)

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    hi. making your furniture into outdoor furniture would be amazing. if you're not so much into sewing and only want to do the occasional sewing then ikea jas a pretty good priced one. otherwise the Brother brand is very good in that it has many functions and is priced well too. good luck dear.

  • @DS-qs8gt

    @DS-qs8gt

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD awwww thank you so much for the tip!!

  • @topaznora2055
    @topaznora20553 жыл бұрын

    I'm ignorant to sewing. What's a "normal" stich?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    3 жыл бұрын

    a plain straight stitch. the default one that all basic sewing machines have.

  • @jgclairee
    @jgclairee Жыл бұрын

    do you think this is a feasible project for someone whos never used a sewing machine?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    No. I think get used to sewing first. I wouldn’t try if you can’t sew with a machine.

  • @sarahnadler5408
    @sarahnadler5408 Жыл бұрын

    How many hours did this project take you?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Between 10-12 hours. I did break it up into 3 days of about 4 hours work. Because it can get very tiring to just keep sewing and cutting.

  • @hula62
    @hula62 Жыл бұрын

    Take your cell phone. Take pictures so you remember how you took it apart so you know how to put back together.

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    Жыл бұрын

    Perfect!

  • @tawnyagarrison8311
    @tawnyagarrison83112 жыл бұрын

    What was the cost roughly for this project?

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Less than $180 including the staples for the staple gun.

  • @tawnyagarrison8311

    @tawnyagarrison8311

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD sweet!!! I'm going to do this on 2 soda sofa's and 2 love seat's! Thank you for all this!

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Omg I’d love to see the outcome. Please tag me when you get the time on IG with a hashtag #seetalmd or send me a pic at IG @seetal_md

  • @tawnyagarrison8311

    @tawnyagarrison8311

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SeetalMD I absolutely will!

  • @hummingbird4129
    @hummingbird41292 жыл бұрын

    I don't know how to sew so i already lose. 😩

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Aww. Buy an ikea sewing machine and practice making small things.

  • @calebbarnes5269
    @calebbarnes52692 жыл бұрын

    washing machine

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    2 жыл бұрын

    I know right!!! Lol

  • @successfullym3
    @successfullym35 күн бұрын

    Are you Indian? So cute

  • @SeetalMD

    @SeetalMD

    4 күн бұрын

    Haha yes I am. Thank you.

  • @michaelsalcido3736
    @michaelsalcido3736 Жыл бұрын

    Thx for the video, but this is not for beginners. You mention this kind of stitch & that kind & you use a lot of sowing terms that I just lost interest bc I was just reacting to myself, “what….what…..what?” I’m sure you meant well, but it as a bit much for me.

  • @Artahang
    @Artahang Жыл бұрын

    Everything was fine, but it's so stupid that a person would do this with gold, rings, watches, and polished nails, it's not just clowning anymore, if you're going to put your hands and jewelry on, make a video of it, you're too coo 😂

  • @tanyazagrebalko.3732
    @tanyazagrebalko.37323 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tip with the zipper stitching!

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