Category: Slipcovers

Learn to sew slipcovers. With just a few sewing skills you can learn to make beautiful slipcovers to decorate your own home.

How to make your own bench cushion

How to make your own bench cushion

Posted on by Naomi
Everyone enjoys sitting on their favorite spot enjoying the sights and sounds of their surroundings. If you have a bench that you like to hang out on, wouldn’t it be so much better if it was covered with a cozy, soft, and beautiful bench cushion? The hard wood of a bare bench can be hard on your body. It tends to compress your hips, misalign your pelvis...Read More
Simple tricks to sewing elegant pillows

Simple tricks to sewing elegant pillows

Posted on by Naomi
Pillows are the simplest home dec project to learn to start sewing.  They are a quick project that you can start and finish in an afternoon. This sense of accomplishment will give you the courage to tackle another project down the road. First you need to know what size pillow you cover is for. Standard pillows come in square sizes every two inches. 12"x12" 14"x14" 16"x16" 18"x...Read More
Use your sewing skills to make ikea slipcovers

Use your sewing skills to make ikea slipcovers

Posted on by Naomi
Ikea slipcovers have become popular, but if your peice of furniture doesn't come from ikea you may not be able to find a slipcover that fits. Also even if your furntiture did come from ikea it may have been discontinued or the slipcover may not be available in the color you want. If you are a slipcover beginner start with a piece that have basic shapes. The...Read More
How to Quickly Initiate DIY Slipcovers with These 8 Essential Tools?

How to Quickly Initiate DIY Slipcovers with These 8 Essential Tools?

Posted on by Naomi
Slipcovers aren't that complicated and only require a few basic tools. Though there are other tools that you can buy if you find slipcovering is a hobby you enjoy. For starters you will need a sewing maching. This heavy duty singer will do the trick as long as you are using light to medium weight fabric. It will do well with linen and twill.Because I sew everyday...Read More