1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

25thmustang

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My progress will be slower, and not as impressive as most, but I decided to make use of the fabric I have had on hand for a few years now. Purchased for the last boat, and I have plenty of it to make my mistakes on this one.

This is the first time I have EVER used a sewing machine in my life by the way. Got it out of the package and put together, did 3 or 4 tests and then sewed the cover for the cushion. I'm being my worst critic and most likely will redo this one, as I see a lot of errors and places that I cannot stand. All in all it's a bit rewarding, but a LOT of work getting the stiching straight.

Before: Here the dinette is in the boat, folded down as a berth.
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During: Here is the culprit. I started with the smallest, easiest looking panel.
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Measured:
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Then I cut out the top piece, leacing an inch around for overlap.
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Next I did a few tests to see how the materials sewed together.
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25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Then I simply went for it. Went slow and tried my best. On a side note, this piping was very hard to follow with the machine. It wanted to trail into the middle of the piping for some reason.
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Then I went and put the edge around. This you have to do backwards.
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Finally I folded it right side out and checked its fit. It's not 100% done here, it's taped in the back, and the final seam is left unfinished, plus I actually think it's too large for the panel, but it's not bad for a first try.
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So thats my post. I want to thank the other gentleman who did a write up on doing vinyl cushions, I had it up on the computer as I tried mine out. His look 100 times better, but definately helped me understand and visualize what I had to do.
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Attempt number 2 looks much better! I will redo the first one, and continue with the rest of the cushions.

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

That is the stuff I am afraid to try. I think I might screw it up. That looks really awesome.
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

To be honest, I didn't think the first one looked that great. You nailed the second one. Nice work.
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Looks really nice.
 

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Yup, Ya DUN GOOD!!!!!!
 

25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

To be honest, I didn't think the first one looked that great. You nailed the second one. Nice work.

I agree. when I first did it, I thought it looked "okay". After looking at it some more, and with fresh eyes the next day, it was disappointing. I did however learn a LOT from my first attempt. I also employed some tricks on the second one.

It is far from perfect, but should look good in the boat (going to mock it up today after work), and hopefully I only get better with practice!
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Looks great 25th!!! I'm pretty handy and fix anything boat-related, but sewing, I just flat cannot do. I tried at one time after some quotes to re-cover another boat were just plain scarey, But had to relent.
I've now found a fellow that will not touch the boat, but if you bring him what's left of the covers, he can replicate them perfectly for cheap. When i'm done , I'll have about 600.00 in a whole new interior for my Horizon. I don't enjoy pulling staples, but for the savings. I'll do it!!!!
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Mocked it up in the boat after work. Looks presentable to me. Still have a lot of work, cleaning and varnish, but should look alright when all is said and done.



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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

I dont know about presentable. Come practice on my boats till you get it down pat. Looks Killer to me.
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Got a bit more done last night and tonight.

Aft Cabin trim piece. I messed up with centering the seam, so I might redo this, but it's in for the time being. BTW the stain you see will be cleaned once I get the head work done, and can clean the cabin up.
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Got the bow Sleeping area trim pieces done, going to install tomorrow, if my plans change.
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Then tackled some teak work.
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And After one coat of Cetol Natural. They will get 3 coats of "color" and 4-5 coats of clear.
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ezmobee

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

You put the elegant back in elegante :p
 

25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Thanks,

Although I would like to remove the Elegante from the side of the boat at some point!
 

25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Got the forward berth trim pieces in today. Then tonight got a 2nd coat of color on the first round of pieces and the first round on the port side trim. I have tape on the front face of the trim, as they need to be installed, then teak plugs inserted, then stained and cleared.

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25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

A before and after of the area where the wood came off and will go back on.

Needed a wet sand to get the old varnish off.

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After, had to stop due to rain.

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One more coat or two of Cetol clear and the wood can go back in.

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Jeanjules

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Great job !

I have an 87 Cruiser Rogue, looks very similar and you are giving me ideas...
 

25thmustang

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

I love seeing other peoples work as well.

Got some teak put back on last night, and then finished up the filler cushion tonight.

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Teak:
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ezmobee

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Your upholstery keeps getting better. Looks great!
 

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Re: 1987 Cruisers Inc 297 Elegante Work Pics

Your upholstery keeps getting better. Looks great!

That's for sure, and I just love the natural finished wood on a boat. I never get to do that on these old bass boats.

Keep up the good work.
 
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