Can I hand sew or repair a seam in a microfiber/suede sofa?

Question

Some seams came apart in my microsuede type of sofa. Some kids were on it and pulled down on the cushions and the back seams came apart. The sofa is two years old, so it is past warranty. Can it be hand sewn? If so, what type of needle and thread is right for the job? THANKS

Answer 1

There is  a curved needle that is used in this kind of sewing.  The curve makes it easier to use on something attached to furniture.  You will probably find a set of upholstery type needles in a little pack together at the fabric store.  The thread is determined by the type of fabric.  If it is a heavy fabric, you will want a heavier upholstery thread.  If it is lighter, then all-purpose thread will do.  Is there a little swatch you can take to the store with you?  You might be able to cut a little piece from somewhere under the sofa to take to the store to match.

Answer 2

If the seam broke (the thread broke), sewing is an easy fix.  If the fabric has raveled loose of the sewing, it's not going to be an easy fix at all -- there will be nothing to sew.

http://www.amefird.com/seam_quality.htm

The one you're hoping for is the type of seam failure caused

by the thread breaking -- even though the URL shows machine sewn products, the same sorts of issues can plague hand sewing.

If it's ruptured sewing thread, a curved needle and a bit of patience will do it.  If it's ruptured fabric, call in an upholsterer and see what he/she thinks she might be able to do for a repair job.