Introduction: DIY Suede Shift Boot Cover.
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Designing, patterning, and sewing a shift boot/knob cover.
Tools required.
Needle
Thread
Sewing Machine (optional)
Shears
Materials required.
Leather, Suede, Alcantara, Fabric, Microfibre.
Step 1: Cut and Layout Patterns
Have all your materials prepped and ready to sew.
Patterns may vary depending on shift knob and shift boot size.
Here I decided to combine the two into one continuous pattern.
Note the pre-stitch (1/8" in from the edge of the material)
this can be achieved by hand or machine.
Step 2: Lay Out Patterns
Lay them out onto the shift knob.
Step 3: Start Sewing!
With your needle and thread weave between the 1/8" pre-stitched border.
Step 4: Sewn Tight
Be sure to pull those seams tight.
The material will stretch to form the shape.
Step 5: Install
Install and enjoy!
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3 Comments
7 years ago on Introduction
Is that a 91' ? and where did you get the shift knob?
10 years ago on Introduction
looks good man, What is your ride? i've got a 318ti and this would look awesome on it
10 years ago on Introduction
Very nice work.