I've been doing upholstery for literal decades and I'd like to share a piece of knowledge that will save your fingers and time. You're already doing so much right but there's a small tool that will cost between $15-30 and just like using a quality set of scissors for the first time, you will look at it and say, "Where have you been all my life." It's a staple/brad/nail remover. Wish I could include a picture but if you search for "upholstery staple remover tack lifter tool with double pronged head" you will find something that looks like a screwdriver at first blush but has this kind of deadly looking end that is two very sharp points. I've used everything from flush cutters, screwdrivers, and multiple part contraptions sold as upholstery staple removers. This double pronged screwdriver tool will get under the staples, tacks, etc., much easier than pouring then out with perry much anything else. The time and strain you will save on your hands is well worth the investment even if you're only going to do a single project. The only time I "cringed" is when you had your hand in front of the tool you were using. It's too easy to slip and drive the tools into your hands. We all say "Duh, I know that," but if we're not careful to always make sure our other hand isn't in the danger zone, every single time we pry out a staple, we will eventually stab ourselves. Ask me how I know this or the horrors I've witnessed over the years, regrettably, way too many times.... I wish my first attempt at upholstery all those years ago had been as beautiful as yours. You did such a beautiful job. I also really love how well you explain what you're doing and why. I've had so many people day to me, why can't I just use a regular staple gun? I like that you instruct and make it clear why it needs to be done the way you describe. Your work is amazing and gorgeous.
Amazing! I know all about changing the fabric of chairs! If they were older they would have had nails, thousands of nails, instead of staples and this would have been worst!!! So beautiful and perfect!
Bravo Bravo! They came out Absolutely Red carpet Ready for Glam pics ...and THANK YOU Brandy For being Totally transparent being this was a beginner stage for You as well. ..I've always wanted to Tackle one of these chairs and I do have a settee bench. .So now I don't Feel so intimated in Giving it a go ....what an awesome video.....I think I Love Seeing You Shine with Being able to be Sooo creative now ...thanks again you're amazing ❣️🥰👍
Hello Brandy. For someone who knows little about upholstery, gurrrlll you did a beautiful job. I already knew it was going to turn out beautiful. Really love the paint wash. You are definitely a professional, if I’ve never said it before. Thank you so much for sharing and teaching.🥰🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Love the set. Glad to see the completion of the chairs. I’ve seen the wood grain roller used by several creators but it never looked so good. Also the way you went around the edges with it worked really well. Fabulous job!
Great video! I can see the benefits of using hot glue along the edges to control fraying. In another project, you might consider a product called Fray Check that can prevent fraying. I’ve used it to repair small holes or rips in fabric. It dries clear, but does slightly change the finish of a fabric (so it’s not completely invisible). It’s good for preventing the ends of ribbons from fraying. It’s something I always have around the house. At a craft store, you’ll also find Beacon products (Fabri-Tac is one). They’re clear glues that are designed to use on fabric. They can be invisible when dry. Junk journal makers use Beacon glues to bond fabric to chipboard, for example. It won’t burn your fingers! With theses products, you can also let them dry and cut thru them (cut the frayed ends off leaving a stiffened fabric edge). I’m just saying because you know you gotta have lots of adhesives if you’re gonna make things. I love the lovely furniture. Your talents are amazing!
These are lovely. I thought I'd try the nail head trim on a leather dest top. It really bugged me that the tacks, for the one I'd bought, were slightly smaller and lighter in colour than the trim. I ended up using small nails and cut some of the trim into individual florets and glued them over the nails, happy now lol. The things we do that no one else would notice ...
Ah man, you just made a project I didn't know I can pull off, actually seem possible, thank you so much! (If there are critics on your upholstry, just go like ugh..🙄..) We are all here to learn..! By the way, I am South African... and watchdd you now and then, but since I saw the break-up clip, I was interested to see you progress and boy... you did. You are doing só fine Brandy, keep it up and your clients wíll follow you, so will your subscribers. (If they don't, they were not meant to be part of your growing process, and that's ok right). Blessings 🦋🇿🇦
It's absolutely fantastic job. I did few of these chairs, and they take time, and every time I learn something more. Your work always inspire me, you are my furniture guru 💕💕💕
Brandy!!! I was just starting to redo some dining chair cushions & bam! There you were!!! Like you I’m not a pro but I really enjoyed this video. All the furniture turned out gorgeous!!!! Thanks!
Beautiful and classy and yet you explained it and showed it in such a way it feels completely inspiring and doable, ready to head into my winter storage for some hidden gems and then whip out my paints and ofc you mentioned Hobby Lobby, I never need an excuse to head out there lol, thank you and keep up the awesome artistic flair that is you!
Beautiful work! Doing an open back chair is not easy! The only thing I would have done is turn the fabric before stapling to avoid strings but the glue was a great solution:) I just love all of your painted projects - your experience and eye for color and detail always make for great tutorials💗 🙏
i can understand how your finger tips would be hurting i crocheted a basket with jute last week and tip of my thumb and index were hurting so badly so yeah its a one time experience lol
The set came out fantastic! Amazing and you ARE brave. :) So how handy is having the camera when you're having one of those 'How the hell does this go back together' moments?? lol
Hello from Europe, i would like to ask a question, Why did you choose a paint instead of a glaze.for the details? Just curious, as a beginner . I can remenber. An older video where you showed the differences between the dixiebelle waxes and glazes, but since you are using Wise Owl i,m just asking, maybe you can answer in a next video? Many greetings, and those chairs look very nice👍
The outcome of ur painted furniture is amazing: but, could u slow ur videos down a bit? Its hard to figure out what it doing or the colors u use. Thanks
I've been doing upholstery for literal decades and I'd like to share a piece of knowledge that will save your fingers and time. You're already doing so much right but there's a small tool that will cost between $15-30 and just like using a quality set of scissors for the first time, you will look at it and say, "Where have you been all my life." It's a staple/brad/nail remover. Wish I could include a picture but if you search for "upholstery staple remover tack lifter tool with double pronged head" you will find something that looks like a screwdriver at first blush but has this kind of deadly looking end that is two very sharp points. I've used everything from flush cutters, screwdrivers, and multiple part contraptions sold as upholstery staple removers. This double pronged screwdriver tool will get under the staples, tacks, etc., much easier than pouring then out with perry much anything else. The time and strain you will save on your hands is well worth the investment even if you're only going to do a single project. The only time I "cringed" is when you had your hand in front of the tool you were using. It's too easy to slip and drive the tools into your hands. We all say "Duh, I know that," but if we're not careful to always make sure our other hand isn't in the danger zone, every single time we pry out a staple, we will eventually stab ourselves. Ask me how I know this or the horrors I've witnessed over the years, regrettably, way too many times.... I wish my first attempt at upholstery all those years ago had been as beautiful as yours. You did such a beautiful job. I also really love how well you explain what you're doing and why. I've had so many people day to me, why can't I just use a regular staple gun? I like that you instruct and make it clear why it needs to be done the way you describe. Your work is amazing and gorgeous.
Amazing! I know all about changing the fabric of chairs! If they were older they would have had nails, thousands of nails, instead of staples and this would have been worst!!! So beautiful and perfect!
I'll just bet your mom is proud of you!❤😊
Bravo Bravo! They came out Absolutely Red carpet Ready for Glam pics ...and THANK YOU Brandy For being Totally transparent being this was a beginner stage for You as well. ..I've always wanted to Tackle one of these chairs and I do have a settee bench. .So now I don't Feel so intimated in Giving it a go ....what an awesome video.....I think I Love Seeing You Shine with Being able to be Sooo creative now ...thanks again you're amazing ❣️🥰👍
Hello Brandy. For someone who knows little about upholstery, gurrrlll you did a beautiful job. I already knew it was going to turn out beautiful. Really love the paint wash. You are definitely a professional, if I’ve never said it before. Thank you so much for sharing and teaching.🥰🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
They turned out beautiful and your upholstery was beautiful too!!! Nice job! You are one of the hardest and best workers I’ve ever seen! Thank you
Love your happiness 😊
Love the energy of the “real” Brandy. What a gorgeous result.
You are so incredibly talented!
Beautiful job Brandy!!💞🙏🙏👍
Thank you for all your talented expertise. ❤️
Your work is absolutely stunning stunning stunning. Thank you for your informative videos. Onwards and Upwards. 👌👌👌🏴
Those are fantastically glamorous!
Beautiful Work!! It's always fun when you can get out from your comfort zone and try new things!
Upholstery is a daunting task, thanks so much for all the tips!
It is!
Those chairs and tables were exquisite. You are soooo talented
WOW and WOW. These turned out gorgeous!
These pieces turned out so gorgeous. Thank you for sharing your techniques and tricks along the way. I learned so much!
I love the beautiful set of chairs and tables. You did a magnificent job of upholstery and of coarse the painting was beautiful.
Thank you!
Your hands are annointed!
Love the set. Glad to see the completion of the chairs. I’ve seen the wood grain roller used by several creators but it never looked so good. Also the way you went around the edges with it worked really well. Fabulous job!
Thank you! You are too kind
They turned out fabulous 👌
OMG, wonderful job! Truly an artist with a wonderful lie you have
Hello Brandy!! your lovely and so talented. thank you for the video. i learn sooooo much from you. Holy smoke! the table top was sooooooooo beautiful.
Oh my gosh, Angels Camp is where I was raised. I was shocked when you said that. LOL Your work in so gorgeous.
Oh wow!
They look beautiful
These are amazing! The technique you used for the tables ❤️.
Awesome, great investment for your customers.
Wow! You did a fabulous job. What a delight to come in to any room with these beautiful pieces. Your artistry shines.
They look amazing very classy
Great video! I can see the benefits of using hot glue along the edges to control fraying. In another project, you might consider a product called Fray Check that can prevent fraying. I’ve used it to repair small holes or rips in fabric. It dries clear, but does slightly change the finish of a fabric (so it’s not completely invisible). It’s good for preventing the ends of ribbons from fraying. It’s something I always have around the house. At a craft store, you’ll also find Beacon products (Fabri-Tac is one). They’re clear glues that are designed to use on fabric. They can be invisible when dry. Junk journal makers use Beacon glues to bond fabric to chipboard, for example. It won’t burn your fingers! With theses products, you can also let them dry and cut thru them (cut the frayed ends off leaving a stiffened fabric edge). I’m just saying because you know you gotta have lots of adhesives if you’re gonna make things. I love the lovely furniture. Your talents are amazing!
Sliver, unusual and lovely
These are lovely. I thought I'd try the nail head trim on a leather dest top. It really bugged me that the tacks, for the one I'd bought, were slightly smaller and lighter in colour than the trim. I ended up using small nails and cut some of the trim into individual florets and glued them over the nails, happy now lol. The things we do that no one else would notice ...
Ah man, you just made a project I didn't know I can pull off, actually seem possible, thank you so much! (If there are critics on your upholstry, just go like ugh..🙄..) We are all here to learn..! By the way, I am South African... and watchdd you now and then, but since I saw the break-up clip, I was interested to see you progress and boy... you did. You are doing só fine Brandy, keep it up and your clients wíll follow you, so will your subscribers. (If they don't, they were not meant to be part of your growing process, and that's ok right). Blessings 🦋🇿🇦
Great job. They came out beautiful!
Absolutely stunning 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
They look stunning! They're absolutely gorgeous! Brandy, you always surprise me with how your projects turn out, you haven't disappointed me ever!
Love this chair transformation and helpfull information how to do it!
You are beautiful and talented!! As a beginner to furniture artistry, I am so inspired by your work. Thank you Brandy!
Very beautiful 😍 and thanks for sharing!
Stunning!!!
You did a great job, these are gorgeous!!
How beautiful !! ❤️
It's absolutely fantastic job. I did few of these chairs, and they take time, and every time I learn something more. Your work always inspire me, you are my furniture guru 💕💕💕
Gorgeous set! I love the way the bead trim on the tables echoes the nail trim on the chairs. Perfect for a bridal venue and b&b.🌸
Absolutely stunning as always! I've learned so much from you. Thank you so much Brandy.
Brandy!!! I was just starting to redo some dining chair cushions & bam! There you were!!! Like you I’m not a pro but I really enjoyed this video. All the furniture turned out gorgeous!!!! Thanks!
You’re amazing!!!
Beautiful and classy and yet you explained it and showed it in such a way it feels completely inspiring and doable, ready to head into my winter storage for some hidden gems and then whip out my paints and ofc you mentioned Hobby Lobby, I never need an excuse to head out there lol, thank you and keep up the awesome artistic flair that is you!
Awsome as always 😻😻😻
beautiful!
Beautiful work! Doing an open back chair is not easy! The only thing I would have done is turn the fabric before stapling to avoid strings but the glue was a great solution:)
I just love all of your painted projects - your experience and eye for color and detail always make for great tutorials💗
🙏
OMG, that bed frame you painted for them is unreal. Do you have the creation of that piece on video?
Wow!
i can understand how your finger tips would be hurting i crocheted a basket with jute last week and tip of my thumb and index were hurting so badly so yeah its a one time experience lol
The set came out fantastic! Amazing and you ARE brave. :) So how handy is having the camera when you're having one of those 'How the hell does this go back together' moments?? lol
Hello from Europe, i would like to ask a question, Why did you choose a paint instead of a glaze.for the details? Just curious, as a beginner . I can remenber. An older video where you showed the differences between the dixiebelle waxes and glazes, but since you are using Wise Owl i,m just asking, maybe you can answer in a next video? Many greetings, and those chairs look very nice👍
The outcome of ur painted furniture is amazing: but, could u slow ur videos down a bit? Its hard to figure out what it doing or the colors u use. Thanks