Prep the rip by doing a back stitch ... Q: Does the same upholstery repair technique work for leather and fabric? Cars, chairs and sofas? The combination of a back stitch and ladder stitch should ...

If you walk around with tools in your pockets, don’t be surprised if you tear a hole in your leather car seat, sofa or easy chair. If a perfect repair is important, call a pro to fix it.

Q: I have an office chair with bonded leather stitched together. Mechanically, the chair is good shape and could last years. But the leather is worn on the headrest and arms, which are attached by ...