From the dust jacket:
"Creating a new look for your home, especially if that can be achieved by revamping just one piece of furniture, is so satisfying.
Renovating a favourite family heirloom or quickly re-covering dining chairs really can give a room a new sense of style.
Acquiring the skills needed for such a transformation might seem rather daunting, but The essential Guide to Upholstery provides practical, easy-to-follow information and removes all the mystery. Discover how to assess the work involved, estimate the materials needed, and follow a logical method of working to get professional results.
All the essential techniques are explained through the process of reupholstering a typical armchair, with step-by-step text, detailed photographs and colour illustrations. The book offers twenty-five specially chosen projects presented in the same clear way, with photographs of the finished pieces in stylish settings. Choose projects with either a traditional or modern approach, from a simple drop-in seat for a country chair to a dramatic day bed with sophisticated scrolls. Indulge in the fun of choosing fabrics and trimmings too. The book offers reassuring advice and lots of exciting ideas on colours, patterns and textures, so you can confidently create an individual statement.
'The Essential Guide to Upholstery will become a perfect companion for the student, a valuable reference for the professional and an indispensable source of guidance and inspiration for the home enthusiast.'-Mike Spencer, The Association of Master Upholsterers"