How to Create an Upholstered French Chair and a Pleated Skirt
First, paint or stain the wood on the chair to the desired color. I also decided to leave the caning on the chairs for added support instead of removing it. Next, add a good quality batting to the front and back of the caning. I then covered the edges surrounding the batting with a border to seal in the fabric with a nicer look.
Instead of purchasing heavy duty upholstery fabric for the recovering, I simply bought a $10 drop cloth I bought at Ace Hardware. I have loved working with drop cloths. They are very durable and a great cost saving option. And I also really wanted a neutral color, so this provided me with all my options.
Didn’t they turn out just lovely? I’m pretty happy with that $10 purchase, plus supplies. If you are afraid of that caning chair project, try this upholstered French chair instead!

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Patricia Kocsis
June 22, 2015 at 3:09 pmGreat idea to upholster over the caning. I have passed up damaged caning before, but I will keep it in mind from here on out. P.S. I got my vote in for your dresser re-do!
Stephanie
June 30, 2015 at 3:50 pmGorgeous, what a transformation! Question: your flooring, is it wood? It is gorgeous, you're very blessed to have such a great floor to work with!
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
July 7, 2015 at 12:34 pmOh wow Brooke, those chairs are so pretty! Featured at Be Inspired this morning. Thanks so much for sharing!
Debra
July 9, 2015 at 2:57 amThe slip covers turned out very nice.