I thought maybe the back had pillows, but talked to someone that was there when we dismantled it and they’re sure it was like the ‘similar’ photo with no pillows.
I have no personal attachment to this thing. I thought it might be a fun project, then realized I had no idea where to start. I don’t even need a couch, and I don’t particularly care for the shape of this one. I’d prefer something that looks and functions like this. I figured the fact that I didn’t really like it, got it for free, and don’t need it makes a good first-time upholstery project.
As far as cost goes, mid-century furniture is very hard to find here. There is no market for this kind of furniture here, as everyone either wants/settles for the super new modern stuff, rattan, or K-Mart microfiber barker loungers. $200 will get you something like this (cringe!) or this (cringe), and I’ve seen worse trying to be sold like leather with massive rips or fabric with disgusting stains.
I have lots of cotton batting and foam that I need to get rid of, so I thought this might be the answer. I know how to sew (the basics, nothing fancy). The coils are rusty, but it is just surface rust.
Specifically what tools would I need to do this? Specifically how would I go about it? I’m sure there are tricks that make things easier. It would be great to know them. Are there any websites specifically you would recommend? Any books? Or can anyone just list the steps (off the top of their head because they are experts in upholstery) in some detail referring to the tools? Tell me all this, and then I will decide if I’m up for it or not.
I have a hard time believing materials will cost me more than a new sofa. If I bought a new sofa, I’d be spending probably $1500…For that much, I could probably have a pro upholster this, no?