Upholstery fabric samples are readily available and very beautiful, but the pieces are often small enough to make you wonder how to use them. This simple sewing project turns a pile of samples into an ...

The Flintstones had it easy. When all your furniture is made of rock, you never have to worry about food spills or the pet dinosaur leaving a calling card on the couch. While few of us would be ...

The tiny tool you need to add to your tidying routine.

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When it comes to updating the interior of your home (especially on a budget), paint is your best friend. A few coats can transform a room or a hallway, and make tired, worn furniture look new. But don ...

Skip synthetics like faux leather, vinyl, and viscose for high-traffic upholstery. Choose durable natural fibers such as cotton, linen, or leather. Price doesn’t equal durability—beautiful fabrics can ...

THE OTHER DAY my friend Stephanie found me sitting on the floor dazed and surrounded by dozens of fabric swatches that I had dealt out onto the carpet like a pack of playing cards: gray mohair, linen ...

When you have pets, you have to be careful with furniture. Your sofa or armchair can easily turn into a giant scratching post, chew toy, or hair magnet. And the upholstery fabric you choose can make a ...

Ideally, we want our furniture to be long-lasting, good-looking, functional, recyclable, lightweight, easy to assemble, and – last but not least – affordable. Traditional products usually check only a ...