A headliner is not all that difficult to make if you know how to use a sewing machine. I'd recommend a heavy-duty industrial type. I've made a few for myself in the past. After you remove the old one, number the panels & cut them apart with a razor blade. Cut the new panels the exact same size & shape as the old ones. I leave about an inch extra on the ends, which can be trimmed off when you install it if necessary. Above each seam you'll sew in a narrow piece of material, folded over to form a tube or sleeve (they're called "listings") to run the metal bows through. The 544 also has a narrow strip of heavy cardboard sewn in along the rear edge where it fits under a lip, around the rear glass. I've seen a very informative video on Youtube, which shows a 544 headliner replacement. They speak Dutch, but after you watch it a couple times it starts to make sense. Sorry I don't have a link to the video, maybe someone else does. You can always make a "practice" one out of cheap material just to see how its done, before investing in the proper material. I taught myself to do upholstery by watching Youtube videos & reading some books on the subject. So far, I've done a couple of my cars & some airplane seats for a few friends. Good luck.