How to Make a Simple Headrest Cover (Part 1) - Car Upholstery for Beginners
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- Опубліковано 19 лип 2021
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Sometimes, headrests are a kind of headache while making the cover. If the manufacturing of the cover turns out good, then the issue comes at fitting time. I want to share with my interested users a simple way to make a headrest cover that would make the fitting process easier.
As we can see, everything starts from tracing over the foam base and get the mold. As I already taught in previous videos this time I am using the practical method of molding directly on the foam base by using the same 'stretchy vinyl' I am going to work with. In part Two, I will show the 'academic method' of getting molds by using cardstock.
Worthwile to mention that to get molds from flat surfaces are not a big deal. The problem is when we need to get them from 'bulky surfaces'. Both techniques are taught in our basic courses.
There are related youtube free videos that would help to widen your understanding about headrests.
If really interested in learning car upholstery watch carefully the video and you yourself will discover the whys and wherefores. If any doubt or question, please, feel free to ask.
Some clues to consider:
1. Take advantage of stretchy side of vinyl over the headrest foam (main panel and side panels).
2. Several reference V notches all around.
3. To avoid tearing of vinyl it is advisable to reinforce the 'sewing ends'. I have used celestra cloth for this purpose. It helps at fitting time to avoid tearing of vinyl in these junctions.
4. A first sewing should be done all along the edge of the seams
5. The second sewing is done at 1 cm distance from the edge.
6. The sewn seam flaps should fold to the inside to make the fitting easier.
7. Velcro is a good option to attach the lower headrest area. The vinyl should be first carefully pulled to the bottom making a gentle attaching of velcro strips.
I hope you find some inspiration in this video to tackle your own upholstery projects!
Cesar - Авто та транспорт
He makes it look easy! I You are looking at a master of his craft.
yeh i'm a trimmer, and quite a fussy one, and this guy is a whole nother level.
Приятно смотреть и на работу и на съёмку. Отличное видео! Отличный урок!
Grande maestro, soy tapicero por usted hace 3 años. Me gustaria enviarle unas fiotos de mi trabajo. Jamas pense amigo que me ganaria la vida en esto, y empece viendo videos en youtube, es increible. Gracias espero conocerlo algun dia, viajo a L.A y Tijuana a comprar materiales de vez en cuando. Gracias eternas mi hermano Don Cesar.
Estimado Luis, No se imagina la alegría que me da el saber que mis videos lo inspiraron para decidirse a hacer tapicería como un medio de vida. Sería muy interesante que nos enviara las fotos de sus trabajos para compartirlos con la comunidad de este canal y de ese modo inspirar a otros para que aprendan este maravilloso arte. Puede mandar las fotos y algunas palabras motivadoras al correo: cechaflo@gmail.com
Me recuerda a un seguidor de Rusia que vendía tapetes de alfombra para vehículos de alta gama. Vio mis videos, quedó impactado y se decidió por la tapiceria de carros. No tardó mucho en aprender desde cero viendo mis videos y ahora tiene un taller de primera en Rusia muy implementado hasta con máquinas Durkopp&Adler nuevas. Hace trabajos en cuero/piel creo que hasta mejor que los que hago yo.
Creo que es muy importante la decisión, algo de paciencia y algo de idea para hacer las cosas.
Geez, almost looks like it's more work to do a headrest than an whole bottom or back part of a seat.. Completely not what I was expecting. Incredible work!!!!!
I have learned a lot from your videos, tnx so much for sharing ur knowledge
I needed this so bad!
Great job as usual.
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Thank you for the tips great content.
The attention to detail displayed by Cechaflo is elite! Always impressive to watch no matter how "simple" the job is.
Where did you get those pliers to make your radius alignment nips?
www.amazon.com/Surgicalonline-Dental-Pliers-Crown-Straight/dp/B01N0L8OYP
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This is great timing for me as I have a couple headrests that need to be recovered. One question that I have is besides making sure the fabric doesn't bunch while sewing, are there any other suggestions you'd have for doing this without a walking foot machine?
These headrests can also be done with regular sewing machines. As mentioned in the description the 'key' is the first sewing along the edge, by forcing the edges a little when necessary to match the V notches. The second row of stiches would be much easier to perform.
Google translation :
Hello,
Congratulations on your good work, you a real expert. Can you tell me what the clamps you work with at 46:50 are called?
Thank you !
Dear Carole, I suppose you are referring to the staples (agrafes) I used a domestic stapler to put them on (agrafeuse)www.amazon.es/Grapadora-Grabadora-grapadora-Suministros-estudiantes/dp/B06XF1WX1D
To remove them I used a pair of orthodontic pliers.
www.amazon.com/Surgicalonline-Dental-Pliers-Crown-Curved/dp/B01N59QYG1
Thanks for watching the videos.
@@Cechaflo Merci !
CONFUSED: If he had to cut the factory headrest upholstery to remove it, HOW was it installed??
I had the same issue with my factory ones, it was the same way.. I could not figure out how to remove it as the stitching was INSIDE the entire thing had a welt around it..
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Showmuito bomvc é magaive
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Why no black velgro?
You are right! We should use a related of the material we are working with.
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Velcro BIANCO su pelle NERA????
The most important part of this video is the process of making the cover (for beginners). It is not for a real job. It is just a simple demonstration/training on a cheap vinyl showing useful tips to make it.
You are right, on a real headrest it is important the use of a related color of velcro that matches the leather or vinyl.
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I think 💬 we can made this in 5minuts 😅😂
U cant bro 😅
Stretching the fabric the right way, double sewing the edges to secure the folds, good solution to avoid the vacuum cleaner process.....just 1 mistake.....do you want to know what it is ? ...................... The damn velcro is white......intolerable.......ruined the whole work man, what were you thinking ? lol
You are right! We should use velcro with related color to the vinyl or leather we are working with.
As this video demonstration is not for any client I used the white velcro I had at hand.