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Old 08-30-2020, 04:08 PM   #4
bzblaine
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Re: Project: "$40 Console with Storage"

Finally it is time for the Upholstery. I wanted to try sewing something although I'm not great at it. Hours of YouTube videos later, I was ready to try.

For a New Sewing option, Check out my other video (link below) for how to do this without sewing, and still make it look awesome.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUHJ18LcK4A

I start by covering it with some recycled foam from an old recliner. Glue one side at a time and cut the excess.



For the sewing. I trace the top and sides, Add 1/2in for seam allowance and cut it all out.



after it is all sewed I test fit before putting in the staples.



Stretch, pull, staple, Stretch, Pull, Staple until its done.



not for the removable box. I wrap all sides individually with no foam, then screw them all together.



using a soft mallet I hammer the box in place and put 2 screws to hold it in. Wrap the lid with some thick foam and finish it on the bottom with more material to hide the nastiness, then put the hinges on.



Dont forget to slit some holes for the accessories and press them into place. And its done!



This is it fitted into the truck.



With the seat back in.






Let me know what you think. I urge you to check out the video. if you did like this, please consider subscribing to my YouTube channel. Thanks everyone! hope this helps someone!

https://www.youtube.com/c/noobmechan...confirmation=1
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