B&M Shifter Relocation

I installed a Quicksilver shifter into my 70 Duster after replacing the carpet. I was using the OE bench seat so had the shifter set for proper reach. About 6 months later I removed the bench seat and installed aftermarket bucket seats. The shifter is now way too far forward so I would have to bring it back about 9-12" to make it comfortable to use. Obviously moving the shifter would expose the hole in the carpet where it was. Any tricks to cover that up without replacing the carpet?