Whether you're a seasoned hobbyist or a newbie at upholstery, some fabrics should be left to professionals to work with. These are the most challenging ones.

Good news for those of us who suck at sewing: If you rip a cushion or seat, you don’t have to reupholster the whole thing. You can usually fix small rips yourself, but how you do it (and whether it ...

Upholstery is the materials—which include fabric, padding, webbing, and springs—that make up the soft coverings of chairs, sofas, and other furniture. The process began in the Middle Ages and grew in ...