The cushion on the chair that TheMisterT uses as a desk chair to WFH is wearing out and was never particularly thick. It’s probably at least 25 years old, now that I think about it, so I guess it’s served it’s purpose.
You’ll note I didn’t say “TheMisterT’s desk chair” and that’s because it’s my chair. It was my great grandfather’s and could use refinishing, but I’m not parting with it!
Anyway, Delia heard him mention that the old cushion could be more comfortable and decided he should have a new one for Father’s Day. I found this great linen & chenille leopard uphostery fabric on a recent trip back to Oregon and thought it was just right. Finding cording/piping to edge it with or even a coordinating fabric to make it myself was a challenge and I almost had to just make it without!
But the old-timey pharmacy with a soda fountain and a decent little fabric selection in the nearest small town had just the thing! It might be what the quilters call a “blender”? Anyway, YEY!
Unlike the one he’s currently sitting on, this one is reversible. It’s made with 2" foam that I beveled the edges of using an electric carving knife.
EDIT: So, it seems I must’ve stabbed myself with a pin (or two) at some point. Photo blurred for evidence of such on the wrong side of the fabric, but it’s not gorey or anything.
Love that fabric. It looks great.
Way to go on the commitment, bleeding, and powering through.
I am sure Delia will be delighted to present it to him for Father’s Day.
Awesome! I was once told in school that you’re only a real costume designer when you can effectively use the color chartreuse. You’re clearly an effective designer!
Oregon used to have a bit of a textile industry with Pendleton, Jantzen, and others. There are fewer and fewer fabric stores, as with everywhere, of course. Maybe also indoor hobbies are important with all the rain!?
