How to use vintage tennis rackets as varsity-themed chair cleats

Step 1

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Tennis Racket Saddle Swag Step 1a, cut felt template with scissors.

Cut letters from printer paper

Using scissors, cut out collegiate type font letters from the paper to use as templates. Tip:the two letters are used for a layered shadow effect. When choosing the right sizes, it's best to stick with a size of 8 inches tall for the back letter and 7-1/2 inches tall for the front letter. This will create a properly proportioned shadow effect.

Step 2

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Swag Tennis Racquet Saddle Step 2a, Trace the letter template onto felt

Trace templates for felt, then cut

Once the templates have been cut from the paper, trace the outlines of the letters directly onto the felt. Lay the felt out on the cutting mat, then cut to size with a craft knife.

Step 3

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Fuse front and back felt letters

Adhere the felt front and back letters together by adding a dab of hot glue along the back of the front letter with a glue gun. Then press the two letters together firmly.

Stage 4

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Swag Tennis Racquet Saddle Step 4a, Attach the felt letter to the tennis racket.

Attach cards to rackets

Attach the two-part felt letter to the center of the racket, then hold it firmly in place with glue.

Step 5

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Swag tennis racket chair Step 4b, place the racket on the back of the chair.

Secure the racket to the chair

Lastly, secure the racket to the back of the chair by tying the top of the racket to the top of the chair with nylon string.

Step 6

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Collegiate Style Baby Shower Tennis Racquet Chair Backs

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