Anyone esle try this?

Just a thought, I have a friend that works with leather. He sold me some black stock to re-do an arm rest. If you can get access to some soak it and stretch it over the repaired piece and tie it tight under the dash. work out all the wrinkles, let it dry and it should turn out perfect...well that what he tells me!

Just saw your pictures, looks great, You did a beautiful job!