To create a full size pattern, draw a grid onto cardboard with line spacings 1″ (25mm) true size. Then copy (draw) the shapes below, onto the cardboard using the grid lines as reference points. Cut the patterns out of the cardboard and use them to mark the chair pieces....
Step Two: To make the seat border, tape the checkerboard stencil to the edge of the seat. Using Tomato Spice and a 1/4-inch brush, stencil the first row of checks along the edge of the seat. Lift the stencil and move it one row to the right and one row in to stencil the inside...
“People tend to think when you see a sofa, you see the materials used for that piece,” says Jae-yong; Story of Chair attempts to show the excess that is ordinarily hidden. Like many other projects across Seoul Design, Story of Chair engages with sustainability. But its designers p...
Making a bookmark by yourself not only encourages creativity but also provides a sense of accomplishment. Whether you're using paper, fabric, or recycled materials, the process is accessible and can be quite fun. Stick around as we dive into the "Why Make Your Own Bookmarks?" section to di...
Fasten the metal angle to one side of the chair frame; predrill the screw holes. Insert a piece of thin cardboard under the opposite part of the angle, then drill the screw holes for that side. Drive in the screws fairly tightly, remove the cardboard, and finish tightening the screws...
ball pit ideasthat are not only easy to follow but ensure you build a safe play area for kids. Learning how to make a ball pit has never been simpler. With step-by-step instructions, we’ll walk you through the process from choosing the right materials to ensuring safety and maintenance...
Step 1– Make a Hardboard Backing This post contains affiliate links. Click here to see my full disclosure policy. Start by making a cardboard template from the shape of your chair backing. I placed cardboard over the chair back and traced the outside edges to get me started. Cut out th...
7 | Put Down Cardboard Put your furniture on pieces of cardboard. This will let you paint all the way down to the bottom without worrying about getting the paint everywhere. (Fortunately, I’ve been getting some deliveries for my deck makeover so I had some big pieces of cardboard to ...
Small scraps of cardboard or foam board Tin foil- I used tin foil and foam board to make an exhaust hood. Hot glue gun Tweezers Rust-Oleum spray paint- I used deep forest, pink peony, midnight blue, tuscan sun, and silver lilac ...
Painting a Wooden Homemade BenchThis DIY chair bench will be heading to my kids’ school so I’ve decided to paint it using the school colors of blue and gold. Before painting your chairs make sure to clean and prep them. Click here to see How I Prep Painted Furniture. The chairs are...