Redone By Charlotte

10/13/2026

The vinyl on this chair seat was torn. She opted for a patterned fabric instead for a fun twist on this office chair. Upholstery projects don't have to be big; they can simply make your office chair usable again!

10/09/2026

Happy Friday, everyone!

Here are details about my outside-fabric cutting fee when clients choose to provide their own upholstery fabric.

I work with my specific fabric suppliers because I am familiar with their fabric quality, packaging, shipping, and customer service. This helps minimize issues with flaws, wrinkles, shipping damage, dye lots, and color consistency with the samples I provide to my clients.

When a client supplies fabric from an outside source, I cannot make the same guarantees regarding the quality, durability, color, dye lot, or other characteristics of the fabric. I will always stand behind my workmanship, but I cannot guarantee the fabric itself.

An outside-fabric cutting fee covers the additional time, responsibility, and business costs involved with customer-supplied fabric, including:
• Evaluating the fabric to make sure it is appropriate for the project
• Checking the pattern repeat, width, quantity, and construction
• Working with potential variations in fabrics purchased online or from outside sources
• Allowing for situations such as discontinued fabrics, mill closeouts, remnants, multiple pieces, or differences between listed and actual fabric specifications

Even though I cannot guarantee the quality of an outside fabric, my name is still on the finished work. I want to make sure I have done everything possible to achieve the best result with the fabric you choose.

For these reasons, the $28-per-yard* outside-fabric fee is required when a client supplies their own upholstery fabric.

Please note: I will need to see a physical sample of the fabric before I can confirm that it is suitable for your upholstery project.

*Pricing is subject to change at my discretion.

Thank you for understanding and for trusting me with your upholstery projects! ❤️

10/06/2026

A uniquely shaped cushion for a unique space. We added a back strap to ensure it stays in place. I can do any reasonably shaped cushion if you have a unique space. This one used a fabric from the Durables line which is great for ultra high use spaces.

10/02/2026

Happy Friday!

Interested in having an upholstery project done? I wanted to share a little information about the three main fabric companies I work with.

Each company offers thousands of upholstery fabric options at a variety of price points. The fabrics are high quality and comparable to what you may find at local furniture stores. When I provide an estimate, I’ll give you fabric options from these suppliers along with the estimated labor cost to reupholster your piece.

Charlotte Fabrics
🌐 www.CharlotteFabrics.com
💰 Approximately $50–$85 per yard*
This is my most frequently used supplier because they offer a great selection at value-oriented pricing, helping me keep your overall project cost competitive.

Greenhouse Fabrics
🌐 www.GreenhouseFabrics.com
💰 Approximately $65 per yard* and up
Greenhouse offers a wide selection of mid-range to higher-end fabrics. They are based in North Carolina and ship exclusively through UPS, so shipping costs can be higher than with my other suppliers.

29 Park
🌐 www.twentyninepark.com
💰 Approximately $85 per yard* and up
29 Park offers higher-end fabrics with some especially unique and beautiful designs. If you're looking for something a little different or more distinctive, this is a great collection to explore!

*Fabric pricing is approximate and subject to change at the discretion of each fabric company.

One more thing: Next week, I’ll be sharing information about cutting fees when you choose to use fabric purchased from an outside supplier.

I’m happy to help you navigate the fabric options and find something that works well for your furniture, style, and budget!

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09/22/2026

This fabric! 😍 This office chair got a stunning update in its new print. It shows a big print can look good on a smaller chair! They also did a coordinating piano bench cushion.

Upholstery is not cheaper than buying new, but you can't find amazing patterns like this in big box stores! Start your upholstery project today by sending pictures.

09/15/2026

Before & after! This ottoman got a nice refresh with this neutral striped fabric.

Estimates are free and as easy to start as sending pictures! Upholstery is not cheaper than buying new but it saves good furniture from going to the landfill. If it still fits your space, you can completely redesign it by picking from hundreds of fabric choices.

09/14/2026

Attention crafters! I'm starting a foam remnant bin in hopes my crafty followers can use them rather than me sending to the landfill. These pieces are remants of larger sheets of high quality foam and are too small to use in upholstery projects. Sizes and availability may vary. $1 per foam remnant, cash only, sold as-is. Message or text me 515-639-0055 if you'd like to stop by to pick one up.

Note: If you need a custom sized piece of foam, custom cut pricing would be incurred.

09/08/2026

So often I hear "I'll just buy new". In this case, they did buy new and the quality of fabric and workmanship didn't hold up. Now it has a performance print fabric that coordinates with a chair I did for them several years ago. Always great having repeat clients!

09/01/2026

Before & After! The new ivory fabric is a Crypton which is stain resistant and water repellent. A good performance fabric for a high use chair!

Estimates are free and as easy as sending pictures via FB messenger, text, or email. Start your upholstery project today!