Make Your Own Slipcover
Follow my tutorials to learn the simple methods I use to design, select fabric, pin fit furniture, and sew. Create your own custom slipcovers that look beautiful, fit great, and save you money … even if you are a beginner!
Choose the Best Fabric
Learn how to choose the best fabric for your slipcover project. Read my fabric reviews and get retailer links. Here you will find my favorite denim, canvas, hemp and linen options that work great for washable, natural fiber slipcovers.
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Strong Sewing Thread for Slipcovers
Stitch slipcover seams with thread that is strong and compatible with your sewing machine and serger. Here are my favorite threads for making washable, natural fiber slipcovers. When I started making slipcovers 30 years ago, I was so proud of myself when I finished my very first one. But I soon learned that the thread…
Best Slipcover Design for Pillow Top Ottomans
This simple slipcover design is the best for worn & loved pillow top ottomans. It cleverly hides the signs of wear and tear with a loosely tailored fit. Check out the design and take a peek inside to see how it’s sewn! What is a Pillow Top Ottoman? It’s essentially an ottoman with a pillow…
The Slipcover Maker’s Fabric Shopping Guide
Use this guide to shop for slipcover fabrics with confidence. It’s a collection of my best advice, reviews and resources for making smart fabric choices. Many of you have told me your chair or sofa slipcover project is on hold because you are afraid of choosing the wrong fabric. I understand! With so many options…
