how can I use the cured cowhide I have to reupholster an old wooden slat-back chair I have @ home?

Answer 1

How? Similar or Just like, answer number one states, though YOU don't mention "cushion"

Certainly plan the size/ the means,,, IE: Hospital sheet corner folding/Gift wrap style/Curved cushion or slat back style/ pleating ,,, etc.

In your case, and depending on the substance of the chair you have options.

Do you want separate back and seat coverings?

You can make your cuts, stretch the hide as best you can, and use Upholstery Tacks? OR get a set of upholstery sewing needles... Most especially the large, curved one, and the appropriate thread, and hand stitch the hide. You might want to get an AWL, to aid in the task. Another option would be to get a tool, BELT makers use (Leather Punch) Looks like a weird pair of pliers, and punch holes to lace the hide with rawhide lacing. That would be a bit more primitive in it's look, but we aren't sure of your notion of what you want.

Steven Wolf

Answer 2

The easiest way would be to lay it on the floor with the good side down, lay the cushion on top of it centered, pull the edges taught and staple to the underside of the cushion. This method works if it's cushion is fixed to a wooden backing. At the corners, pleat it like hospital corners.

Answer 3

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