{"id":44542,"date":"2022-07-05T11:59:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T10:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abbotsford-textiles.com\/?p=44542"},"modified":"2022-12-12T12:02:03","modified_gmt":"2022-12-12T12:02:03","slug":"melton-wool-fabric-bespoke-upholster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abbotsford-textiles.com\/melton-wool-fabric-bespoke-upholster\/","title":{"rendered":"Q&A with Vicky from Fully Re-Covered Bespoke Upholstery"},"content":{"rendered":"

Firstly, we would like to thank Vicky from Fully Re-Covered Bespoke Upholstery for reaching out to us to show us one of her latest reupholstering projects \u2013 It looks outstanding!<\/p>\n

This furniture piece was crafted using our 100% Melton Wool fabric, taking full advantage of the extensive spectrum of colours which we stock, this chair was reupholstered in a variety of different shades, including a combination of solid and m\u00e9lange colours.<\/p>\n

We took the time to catch up with Vicky to learn a little more about her, and what inspires her creativity, and discover the story behind this chair.<\/p>\n

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1. It\u2019s great to catch up with you Vicky, please could you tell us a little more about yourself and what is it that you do?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019m an upholsterer based near Denby Dale in West Yorkshire.  I run my own business from home, having made a total career change to follow my dream and work for myself doing something I love.  I mainly undertake upholstery commissions working closely with my clients to breathe new life into old furniture.  I also teach some beginners modern upholstery classes in Huddersfield.<\/em><\/p>\n

2. What is it that you enjoy the most about what you do?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bringing joy! Sometimes I do actually feel like I\u2019m on The Repair Shop as many of the chairs I work on have sentimental value and have their own individual story.  I love to totally transform something and make it loved once again \u2013 and it makes me feel very privileged that my clients trust me with their treasured items.<\/em><\/p>\n

3. What inspires your creativity?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most of my work is client commissions so I am generally working to a brief but I do need to know what\u2019s out there in terms of fabric choices, what\u2019s on trend and what\u2019s practical so I can advise my clients.  I get a lot of my fabric and interiors inspiration online and via mediums such as Instagram. <\/em><\/p>\n

4. What\u2019s the story behind this particular chair?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It was about applying a number of different upholstery techniques all onto one chair.   You may notice that the arms and wings are all different, so the design really lends itself to going a little crazy with the fabric!  I was really drawn to using the vibrant colour palette of the Melton wools and just decided to have a little fun with it.<\/em><\/p>\n

5. Do you have a \u2018go to\u2019 fabric composition that you enjoy working with?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wool Wool Wool!<\/em><\/p>\n

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6. Why do you love to use wool fabric?<\/strong><\/p>\n

From a practical perspective, it\u2019s inherently fire retardant and extremely hard wearing.  But I just love the feel of wool; the texture \u2013 and, when it\u2019s on a piece of furniture it becomes a quality looking product.  It\u2019s also versatile to work with and easy to sew, both on a sewing machine or when you need to sew by hand.<\/em><\/p>\n

7. What is it about our 100% Classic Melton Wool that drew you into using it?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It has such very \u2018cuddly\u2019 feel to it and when I upholster a chair in it, it always seems inviting!  I also like that it\u2019s not too stretchy as some wools can be, so as an upholsterer it makes my job a little easier when applying it to a piece and getting the tension right.  The amazing range of colours available means there\u2019s something for my customers\u2019 different tastes.<\/em><\/p>\n

8. Do you have a favourite colour\/shade in our Classic Melton collection?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I love them all but for me it has to be \u2018Citrine<\/a>\u2019, hence that one took centre stage on the chair.<\/em><\/p>\n

9. What is next for you? What projects are you currently working on?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project-wise, I\u2019m working on an antique Victorian nursing chair at the moment \u2013 it\u2019s very old and super cute.  These chairs have an iron frame so there is a lot of hand sewing involved.  Thankfully, my clients chose a Classic Melton for the job and we went with the \u2018Chai\u2019 m\u00e9lange to complement their neutral interior.   And me, I\u2019ll be continuing to grow my business and over the coming months expanding my soft furnishings offering.<\/em><\/p>\n

Follow Vicky from Fully covered\u2019s Instagram @girlwithastaplegun, and visit her website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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