Question: how to do reupholster chair?
Answer: Remove Old Fabric. Photograph the chair before you strip the original covering. ... 
Replace Batting. If worn or stained, remove old batting from chair back and seat. ... 
Make New Pattern. ... 
Attach Base Fabric. ... 
Make Welting. ... 
Sew Welting. ... 
Attach Back. ... 
Finish Underside.