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Slipcover Makeover for this Craigslist Find

Inspiration for giving your secondhand sofa a modern slipcover makeover with a simple cover in white denim.

Old Henredon Sofa With New Slipcover

I think this project is the slipcover makeover of the summer! What a transformation!

My customer found this big, comfy Henredon sofa on Craigslist, complete with thick quilted floral upholstery. There was no doubt in her mind that a washable, white denim slipcover would give it the style boost it needed to fit right in with her other white slipcovered furniture and vintage eclectic decor.

For this custom cover, I used 12 oz white cotton bull denim from Big Duck Canvas and trimmed it with navy bull denim welt cord. Both fabrics were factory seconds, but you’d never know it — excellent quality and no major flaws.

I changed the outdated kiss-pleat design on the back cushions to a narrow boxing and updated the skirt with 8 inch wide box pleats all the way around. It’s those little details that make all the difference.

Tip: if you want to use a dark color welt trim on your light color slipcover, be sure to wash test it first for crocking and bleeding.

2 Comments

    1. Thanks, Christina! Would look great next to ticking….right?

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