Part 9 - Cutting the fabric
with MICAELA SHARP
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Now you can use your template to cut out all the different pieces of fabric you need.
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Part 9- Cutting the Fabric
Now you can use your template to cut out all the different pieces of fabric you need.
- Lay your fabric face side up.
- Take your time to play around with the positioning of your template on the fabric. You'll want to be economical, as well as considering pattern placement and pile direction.
- Anywhere that you have to sew must be cut exactly with the seam allowance included.
- For any raw edge, you'll also want to add extra length as this will help you pull the fabric more easily.
- I always cut my outside back pieces square as this shape allows for maximum manoeuvrability.
- Opting to use a cheaper fabric for the parts of your chair that won't be seen, such as the seat platform, is much more cost effective.
- Once you're happy with the positioning of your template on the fabric, you can mark where you need to cut with tailor's chalk and begin to start cutting with sharp fabric scissors.
- Make sure to replicate the markings on your template to the back of your new fabric, so you can keep track of what each piece is and where it needs to go.
- If you are adding piping to your chair, now is the time to cut this out and sew it to the appropriate pieces in preparation.
- The next step is to sew together anything that needs to be joined.
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Micaela Sharp
Sustainable designer and modern upholstery expert. TV presenter and interior design judge.
Micaela Sharp is a professional upholsterer, interior designer and broadcaster who champions the art of reupholstery and its ability to breathe new life into pre-loved furniture. Growing up, Micaela learnt both carpentry and sewing skills from her grandparents. It was this knowledge, alongside a passion for sustainability and longevity, that inspired her to take up upholstery and set up her own practice. Whether it’s designing furniture from scratch, reimagining a tired armchair into an heirloom to be cherished for years to come, or creating a room scheme layered with fabric and colour, Micaela brings her unique creativity and inventive flair to every project.
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