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Thursday, February 3, 2011

Blood, Sweat, and Tears Slipcover






Below is the before of a chair that my sweet sister- in- law gave me for my daughters room. Her room is green with some purple in it but the chair was a little faded and the color of purple was off. So for the second time in my life I decided to make a slipcover. My first attempt at one turned out alright but not exactly what I was hoping for. I did learn a lot from my mistakes on the first chair so I figured what the hey. If at first you don't succeed try, try again!


 Like Miss Mustard Seed, I layed the fabric with the right side facing the chair and then pinned the pieces together. That way you can baste your seems, turn it right side out to check the fit, and make adjustments before stitching. Unlike Miss Mustard Seed, my slipcover did not take a matter of hours but several days working on it here and there. I was getting a little impatient. I'm a pretty good seamstress; even if I do say so myself; and I make curtains, bedding and pillows all the time, but slipcovers are a different animal. It's a project you just have to dive into and give it a shot. I have to admit that a few tears were shed shed at one point out of frustration.
 I used the old cushion cover as a pattern for the new cover. I even ripped out the old zipper and used it. How is that for recycling?

I used a white cotton quilted fabric in a diamond pattern. To clean, all I have to do is take it off and toss it in the wash. I am really happy with this one and now that I've had success, will definitely try it again.
 
If you have a chair you don't love anymore hanging around, I say, "go for it!"    
  Joyfully, Jodie

Today I am joining in on Miss Mustard Seed's Copy Me Challenge
Cindy's Show and Tell Friday at http://myromantichome.blogspot.com/
and http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/ for Before and After Party
Sorry I reposted but I was having trouble figuring out the permalink thing, think I've got it now!

18 comments:

  1. Your slipcover looks great...love that fabric that you used. Also love your header pic:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  2. Fantastic job, you are a very good at what you do! I'm visiting from Cindy's Show and Tell♥

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  3. Wow! What a great job you did on that chair. It looks very pretty in that bedroom. Pamela

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  4. This is lovely. I am hosting a Giveaway on my blog. I would love for you to stop by. hugs Anu

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  5. Oh my gosh what a nice job! I am so impressed. Your work is extremely neat and detailed. I love to use the quilted fabric in pillows and what a great idea for a slipcover. I have 2 wing chairs I need to do something with. Maybe I should take the plunge. Your blog is very cute and I'm a follower now. Best regards from a fellow new blogger.

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  6. Your chair looks professional, Jodie! I really, really like the fabric you found. It looks so nice in your daughter's room.

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  7. You did a fabulous job. It looks awesome!

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  8. Great job! The fabric you used looks so soft and cozy. Great place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book...

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  9. Beautiful makeover, my first visit and I am in love with your blog, you are so creative. Hugs, Margie.

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  10. Wow, I'm impressed! It looks great! I've had a chair sitting here for years because I don't have the guts to tackle it!!!

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  11. Thank you for all the nice comments on my slipcover and about my blog. As you can tell I just started blogging and have much to learn! I am much better at sewing that dealing with the computer. I have had a real sense of victory each time I figure out a permalink or a gadget!

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  12. I think you did an amazing job and the chair looks fabulous! take care, Maryann

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  13. You are an incredible seamstress! Very talented. The slipcover looks so professional. I see you are new to blogging. Welcome! I'm your newest follower and would be delighted to have you follow me back. I look forward to more of your fabulous projects!
    Tammy

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  14. This is beautiful and i Love that you used the quilted fabric so confy and you won't have to iron!!

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  15. Not only does it look great, but it's really comfortable too! I miss reading in that chair!Mom also made my duvet cover, bed skirt, pillows, and almost everything else in my room!

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  16. Ash,I miss you reading in that chair too. I love you, mom

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  17. Great job Jodie.. I tackled it one time.. your right it is a different animal.. you have inspired me to tackel it again.. I have some brown fabric and an old red wing chair(well now kind of orange) wish me luck.. like you I have done all my drapes but I hate doing slip covers.

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