This is also why I specifically use upholstery thread. Start the ladder stitch. Insert the needle through the ripped seam and bury the knot inside it about a 1/2 inch from where it's starting to open.

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A 2-in. curved needle or a 33-gauge straight needle is essential for cab seats. Most experts rely on heavy duty upholstery thread or nylon thread. Don’t waste time on worn-out fabric, though ...

Put down the needle and thread; back away from your sewing machine. DIY upholstery, a simple technique that will have you re-covering chairs, benches, headboards, and even box springs with your ...