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How to Revamp a Mid-Century Chair
The DIY experts at HGTV Magazine recreated this flea market find. Here’s how you can too.
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HGTV Magazine
How-to Turn Flea Market Finds Into Fresh Home Accessories
From:
HGTV Magazine
Photo by: Philip Friedman/Studio D
Philip Friedman/Studio D
Materials Needed:
- fabric (any pattern or color)
Step 1
Bring the chair to an upholsterer. To save money, you can rip off the old fabric and paint the frame yourself first.
Step 2
Our upholsterer fluffed up the seat cushion with extra batting and covered it in a modern medallion-print fabric.
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