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Mike Mascelli

Sources of Supply – Upholster a chair seat

September 30, 2021

Sources of Supply Many of these can be obtained at a local upholstery shop in smaller quantities. 3.5 in. Red stripe Jute webbing: Diyupholsterysupply.com or Rochfordsupply.com 3.5 in. Poly webbing:…
Upholsterer’s tool kit or treasure chest?

September 4, 2020

While visiting a local tag sale, professional upholsterer Michael Mascelli came across one worker's complete upholstery tool kit from the early 20th century.
STL223: Mike Mascelli knows more about finishing than you do

August 28, 2020

Mike Mascelli wows Bob Van Dyke and Mike Pekovich answering listener questions in this (mostly) finishing-centric episode.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Show and Dust Covers

March 8, 2018

The final pieces to the chair seat are the vinyl show cover and the dust cover.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Establishing the Corners

March 1, 2018

The corners are the most difficult part of the seat. Learn some pro tips on getting them right every time.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Adding the Muslin Layer

March 1, 2018

In this episode, make the undercover for the seat using muslin, a readily available and inexpensive fabric.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Building Up Foam Layers

February 22, 2018

In this episode, learn the basics of making a comfortable cushion using foam up with three different types and sizes of foam.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery with Michael Mascelli

February 7, 2018

Upholstery might seem intimidating at first, but making a comfortable seat cushion is well within the skillset of any woodworker. In this video series, upholsterer Michael Mascelli takes you through…
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Making the Deck

February 7, 2018

In this episode, you will discover two ways to create a deck, which is the foundation of a chair cushion.
A Woodworker’s Guide to Upholstery: Tools and Materials

February 7, 2018

In this episode, learn about the tools you'll need to start upholstering, and the anatomy of a well-constructed chair cushion.

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