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Home Sewing Patterns Garden Deckchair: Simple Upcycling Project

Garden Deckchair: Simple Upcycling Project

Difficulty

Intermediate

Material

Canvas

Designer

Amanda Walker

Techniques

Slip-stitch

Pattern Guide

Download

Difficulty

Intermediate

Material

Canvas

Designer

Amanda Walker

Techniques

Slip-stitch

Pattern Guide

Download

About this pattern

Give your deckchair a quick makeover with Amanda Walker's tutorial - just use your old seat as the template!

Revamping an old deckchair is a rewarding way to give new life to a cherished piece of outdoor furniture. Using the existing fabric as a template, you can create a fresh, stylish seat and pillow that perfectly fit the wooden frame. This project is ideal for customising your deckchair to suit your style, whether you prefer bold prints or classic neutrals. By selecting durable, weather-resistant fabric, you’ll ensure your revamped deckchair stays vibrant and comfortable through many summers.

Essentials

Fabric, deckchair, 1.5m
Lining fabric
Wadding
Deckchair
Glass paper
Teak oil
Staple gun
Hammer
Pliers
Flat screw driver
Staple remover (optional)

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Top sewing tip

Acrylic fabric is a highly durable, fade-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable option. Ideal for outdoor cushions, umbrellas, and furniture covers, too.

Meet the designer

Ever since gaining her Diploma in Fashion, our talented designer Amanda Walker has been glued to her sewing machine, creating one-off wedding dresses and bespoke home furnishings, as well as crafting