In today’s post, I take you through my process of replacing my Ikea Karlstad chair slipcover with a simple DIY one-piece design. Plus I share what went wrong with my fabric choice and how to pin fit the deck without tuck-ins. I’ve been slipcovering furniture for many years but I’ve never made a custom cover for an Ikea chair….
Learn how to trim your box cushion slipcovers with topstitch. The look is clean and simple, making it a modern alternative to a tailored welt cord. There is something about topstitched slipcover seams that is so aesthetically pleasing. I love the simplicity of the straight stitched lines. No bells and whistles, just an understated detail…
Learn how to modify seam placements as you pin fit your slipcover. My method uses cotton household string and makes pinning straight and curved seamlines easy. One of my most popular blog posts was this one from January 2022. It’s about my 3-step process for designing a simple slipcover. I touched on how to create…
This slipcover canvas provides the sturdiness of cotton and the beautiful slubby texture of linen. It’s washable and long-wearing. And, it’s half the price of 100% linen! Read why this natural home decor fabric is a favorite for custom covers. I found a cotton linen canvas that is ideal for washable, everyday slipcovers! Hooray!! This…
Learn how to make protective arm covers for your sofa and chairs. In this tutorial, I share how to pattern and sew simple designs with a custom fit. Sofa and chair armrests are a magnet for dirt and stains even on slipcovered furniture. It accumulates so fast! Especially if you have little ones with sticky…
A ready-made slipcover can be a quick and inexpensive alternative to a custom-made cover. Will the fit and function work for your chair or sofa? Use these helpful buying tips and resources to find out. As a custom slipcover maker, I create one-offs. I make slipcovers that are tailored to fit my customer’s furniture shape…