Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Slip cover dilemma ~

When I redecorated my living room last year I moved the existing sofa into the media room. I gave some thought to getting a new one, but this is a very soft, cushy, comfortable piece of furniture - perfect for lolling in. It is also a nice length to lie down on for a cat nap. However if I was going to use it, it needed an updated look.

I have never used a slip cover before but it seemed like a good solution: It would give me the look I wanted, and be easy to take off and clean.

...after the cushions have been covered

So, I ordered a slip cover. It was the right color and I fell in love with the ruffle and the bows. But when it came and I put it on the sofa it didn't work...it looked messy when I tried to put it over the four loose cushions and pulled loose every time I sat on it.

...before with the old upholstery cushions 

I could have sent it back but I still liked the color and the style, I decided that by making slip covers for the four cushions separately I could get it to fit better. So, I went online, found a really good color match for the fabric...


And made the cushion covers. They have Velcro closings so I can take them off to be washed. Easy! In the picture below you can't see the two back cushions but they are covered also. 

Now I am very pleased with how it looks and when I sit down the fabric stays in place and doesn't get rumpled. As far as slip-covers, the next time I think I will just make the whole thing to begin with...even with ruffles and bows!

Voila!
A little extra work, but definitely worth it.

Thank you for visiting.

Have a happy day!

12 comments:

  1. WOW, you did a terrific job on the cushions and they look like they came with the rest. I also love the ruffles and bows. When you find a comfortable couch, it's hard to part with it.

    Enjoy your week.

    Mary

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  2. Thank you Mary...yes it is hard to find a good piece of furniture and this one is very comfy.

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  3. Oh my goodness you are so talented! Your sofa looks fabulous as does your room...
    We bought our slip covered loveseats from IKEA...they are white and wash up really well.

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  4. My daughter has two slip covered chairs from IKEA and they are super...white, and wash up great.

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  5. Oh...I have missed you. I hope that everything is okay. I really hope that you get back to blogging, I always enjoyed your posts. How is Miss Addie?

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  6. You really are an artist. So beautiful. So many talents . Love it!

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  7. Adrienne, what a great look. I know what you mean about having to straighten the covers everytime you get up. I have had slip covers on chairs and they just drove me crazy each time. It all looks so put together now and you are so talented, I don't doubt you could make the whole thing if you wanted.Happy Weekend..Judy

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  8. Your such a good sewer I was wondering why you didn't make them at first. The slipcover really came out great.

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  9. I love this idea! So you just pushed the slip cover on the sofa with out the cushions and then you put the cushions you covered back on top of it? I know I am probably the only one asking this but I just wanna make sure. You have a beautiful home!

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  10. I love the look of your 'new' sofa. I've been thinking of making a slipcover for mine. It needs a change but, like yours, is the right size and very comfortable. You've inspired me.
    ~Adrienne~

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