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upholstery tools (Lovingston, VA) WANTED: FREE UPHOLSTERY TOOLS — HAND TOOLS, PROFESSIONAL TOOLS & EQUIPMENT I’m putting together a complete upholstery workspace and would be very grateful for any upholstery tools or equipment that someone is no longer using. Old tools are perfectly fine as long as they can still be used or restored. I am looking for ALL types of upholstery tools, including: Upholstery staple guns; pneumatic staplers; electric staplers; compressors; staple removers; tack pullers; tack lifters; ripping chisels; upholstery hammers; magnetic tack hammers; mallets; webbing stretchers; canvas pliers; hog ring pliers; hog rings; spring clip pliers; spring tying tools; regulator needles; stuffing tools; awls; scratch awls; ripping tools; scissors; heavy-duty shears; rotary cutters; utility knives; foam cutters; electric carving knives; fabric cutters; seam rippers; measuring tapes; rulers; squares; straightedges; chalk; marking tools; button-covering tools; button presses; button dies; tufting needles; mattress needles; curved upholstery needles; straight upholstery needles; leather needles; sailmaker needles; sewing machine needles; piping/welting feet; zipper feet; walking feet; grommet tools; snap setters; eyelet setters; rivet tools; punches; leather punches; hole punches; chisels; clamps; C-clamps; bar clamps; spring clamps; workbench vises; pliers; side cutters; wire cutters; staple pliers; screwdrivers; drills; drivers; saws; sanders; grinders; glue guns; spray adhesive equipment; steamers; heat guns; fabric steamers; sewing machines; walking-foot sewing machines; industrial sewing machines; sergers; upholstery machines; work tables; cutting tables; saw horses; tool carts; storage cabinets; organizers; shop lights; extension cords; air hoses; fittings; and any specialty upholstery or furniture-restoration tool I may have missed. If you have tools from a retired upholsterer, furniture maker, seamstress, drapery shop, interior designer, automotive upholstery shop, marine upholstery shop, or furniture restoration business, I would be especially interested. I’m happy to give useful tools a new home rather than see them discarded. FREE items only, please. Happy to pick up depending on location. Thank you!

upholstery supplies (Lovingston, VA) WANTED: FREE UPHOLSTERY SUPPLIES, FOAM, TRIM, HARDWARE & FURNITURE PARTS I’m also looking for just about anything that can be used for upholstery, furniture restoration, cushions, pillows, or creative furniture projects. I can use upholstery foam, memory foam, high-density foam, cushion foam, foam scraps, batting, Dacron/polyester wrap, cotton batting, felt, muslin, burlap, cambric/dust-cover fabric, decking fabric, canvas, webbing, jute webbing, elastic webbing, springs, coil springs, zigzag/sinuous springs, spring clips, spring twine, upholstery twine, piping/welting cord, decorative cord, fringe, tassels, braid, trim, lace, ribbon, nailhead trim, decorative tacks, upholstery nails, staples, buttons, button forms, tufting supplies, thread, heavy-duty thread, upholstery thread, zippers, Velcro/hook-and-loop, snaps, grommets, eyelets, rivets, glue, spray adhesive, fabric adhesive, furniture hardware, brackets, screws, bolts, casters, furniture feet, bun feet, chair legs, table legs, replacement legs, handles, hinges, drawer pulls, chair frames, stool frames, ottoman frames, headboards, cushions, pillow forms, unfinished furniture pieces, old furniture suitable for reupholstery, leather or faux-leather remnants, vinyl, outdoor fabric, marine fabric, automotive upholstery material, fabric sample books, upholstery books, patterns, manuals, and upholstery or furniture-making magazines. Vintage supplies are VERY welcome. I especially love unusual trims, ornate hardware, decorative furniture pieces, retro materials, and things that could be incorporated into one-of-a-kind furniture. If you’re cleaning out a workshop, sewing room, estate, garage, storage unit, upholstery business, furniture shop, design studio, or craft room, please keep me in mind before throwing anything upholstery-related away. FREE items only, please. Happy to pick up depending on location. Thank you for helping these materials get reused!

Upholstery Fabric--Preferably Dated (Lovingston, VA) WANTED: FREE VINTAGE / LUXURY UPHOLSTERY FABRIC — VELVET, DAMASK, ART DECO & HEAVY SATIN I’m looking for FREE upholstery fabric, especially beautiful, rich, unusual, vintage, or dramatic fabrics that someone may have stored away and no longer needs. My absolute favorites are: Velvet and crushed velvet Art Deco and 1920s–1940s inspired fabrics Damask Brocade and jacquard Extremely thick, heavy satin suitable for upholstery Silk-like upholstery fabrics Mohair or mohair-style velvet Chenille Tapestry fabrics Embossed fabrics Ornate floral or scroll patterns Metallic or jewel-toned fabrics Victorian or Old Hollywood-style fabrics Regency, Baroque, Rococo, or glamorous vintage patterns Retro 1960s and 1970s upholstery fabric Heavy drapery fabric that could also work for upholstery Designer remnants, discontinued fabrics, old sample books, partial bolts, rolls, and large remnants I especially love deep jewel tones, black, gold, champagne, emerald, ruby, sapphire, plum, burgundy, navy, ivory, and other luxurious colors and textures. If the fabric looks like it belongs in an old Hollywood hotel, Art Deco lounge, Victorian parlor, elegant theater, vintage nightclub, grand dining room, or fabulous 1970s living room, I probably want it! I am still happy to consider other upholstery-weight fabrics too, so please don’t throw something away just because it doesn’t fit the description exactly. Older fabric is welcome as long as it is usable. I can use full bolts, partial rolls, remnants, large scraps, upholstery samples, decorator fabric books, leftover drapery material, and fabric from retired upholstery or interior-design businesses. If you’re cleaning out an estate, attic, basement, sewing room, upholstery shop, interior-design studio, theater costume or set department, furniture shop, hotel, church, event venue, or storage area, I would love to give these materials a new life. FYI I love pop art! FREE items only, please. Happy to pick up depending on location. Thank you!