Cushions
When we bought Secret Water, we wanted to redo the seat cushions but it wasn't top on the to-do list. It was a "wait till Mexico" item. While they were in pretty good shape they were worn. I even contemplated not doing it at all in effort to be frugal. But once we moved aboard, the sneezing began. If the lighting was right, you'd see a dust cloud rise out of the cushions as someone sat. Josiah, who struggles with a sensitivity to that sort of thing was greatly affected. So the decision was made, we'd definitely be getting the cushions redone once in Mexico. And can I say, I'm thrilled with the outcome. We chose to use Hector (dinghychapsauthority
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Before
During
Hector made a slip cover for the couch cushion in the same fabric for Opal. It's her favorite spot on the boat, so I appreciate the extra protection it provides.
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After!
We also did our nav station and lower helm, they're just not pictured.