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Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover

I’ve been looking far too long for a small bench to put at the end of my daughters bed. So, when a client offered me this bench I was head over heels in love. I loved the charm and character. It had previously been painted a cream color and so that saved me a step. However, the seat was still covered in what appeared to be the original fabric. It was quite dirty and truthfully, I didn’t see a way to clean it. I knew I couldn’t wait to complete this ticking stripe bench makeover!

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover
I’ve only attempted to tackle a few upholstery projects as I’m most definitely no expert. I started by removing the nail brads using just a screw driver .

Removing the Upholstery Tacks

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover
After those were removed I then started the tedious process of removing all the staples. I did purchase a few tools for this a while back and trust me, they are well worth buying if you plan on doing any sort of upholstery work.

Tools I Used

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover
Make sure to keep all the fabric to use as a template. I decided to use a ticking stripe fabric I picked up at a local fabric store. Try to salvage and reuse the stuffing and seat cushion. If these had been damaged , I would have needed to replace those.

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover
I started by laying my fabric where I wanted it and made sure all the lines were straight. Using a hand held staple gun I purchased at hobby lobby, I began on the sides making sure to tug on the fabric a little as I went around the bench. I did the two sides first before moving to the front and then the back.

Stapling Fabric

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover I took scissors (you can also use and exacto knife) and removed all the excess fabric, getting as close to the staples as you can.

Completed Project

Ticking Stripe Bench Makeover This is what it looked like once all the steps were finished. This process only took me about an hour or less. The final step will be to purchase some cording to cover up the edges and staples. They sell that at most hobby and fabric stores. You can attach that with glue or staples.

And that’s it! I haven’t tackled any upholstery projects that require piping. That requires sewing skills. Something else on my list to “master”.

I hope this was helpful and informative!  If you have any questions I’ll be happy to answer them and if you’ve recently tackled an upholstery makeover, tag me on Instagram so I can see!

You can see my other Settee Makeover Here!

Happy Wednesday!

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  1. Sarandia says

    April 22, 2016 at 6:02 am

    Really pretty and fresh look! Your blog is also really beautiful. <3

    Reply
    • Lara Stewart says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Thank you so much for your kind words!

      Reply
  2. shaggybaggy says

    May 26, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    my favorite go to fabric! Love ticking!

    Reply
    • Lara Stewart says

      May 26, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      It’s my favorite too!!

      Reply
  3. Rhonda Hallstrom says

    July 18, 2016 at 4:56 pm

    What a great project. I love ticking strip too

    Reply
    • Lara.L.Sanders@gmail.com says

      July 28, 2016 at 1:17 am

      Thank you Rhonda!

      Reply

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