I've been trying to get a good clear picture of my finished slip cover for days now. It has been dark and slushy outside, but this morning a random burst of sunlight had me running for my camera. I did my best.
And all because I was shamefully proud to show this off.
OK. I can admit it. I am SOOOooooo happy with this!
Overall, it didn't give me too much trouble. Well. Except for that last seam. That innocent looking seam, that went over the arm and around to the back. It was rather tricky because of that arm-bulge that stuck out at the side. I just could not wrap my brain (or the fabric) around that behemoth shape while trying to fit and pin it in the reversed position.
I fiddled with it every-which-way for most of the afternoon until I finally realized that all I had to do was sew a few tucks to get the curve I needed to hug that shape.
Sometimes the obvious isn't so obvious when you are nose to nose with a thing. But it's done! Insert: Sigh of relief.
Now I'm ready to grab a cuppa and lounge and delve into the latest issue of Marie Claire Idees, compliments of Biscuit Bear (in France), who was kind enough to do a little magazine swaparoo with me.
Congratulations! It's a stunner! I'm deeply impressed. Enjoy your Marie Claire Idées (i do mine).
Posted by: strikkelise | February 28, 2007 at 12:48 AM
I really like the combination of cushions you put on the chaise. How long will it stay white in your house? In mine I'd give it less than an hour and that would be even if it was just me using it.
Posted by: little jenny wren | February 28, 2007 at 01:50 AM
Wonderful slip cover! You've inspired me to cover my Ikea sofa with something other than the wan and pallid beige that is it's current incarnation. Washable is *always* good with kids at home!
Posted by: Ash | February 28, 2007 at 02:05 AM
I absolutely love your slipcover. I have a really cute chair with no arms that I'd like to try slipcovering, but I didn't really know how to start. But I think I'll try checking out some books like you mentioned. With no arms I'm thinking maybe it willbe relatively simple?! I'm not the most experienced seamstress in the world, but I'm inspired by yours, esp seeing it all done up and decorated with pillows and all!
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Posted by: Elisabeth | February 28, 2007 at 03:41 AM
Yes, the slipcover is definitely a stunner! And thanks for sending MSL, I'm looking forward to it very much - susbcriptions are only possible in the US and Canada, so I can only get it when I go to Paris which is not very often.
I've decided that my next project will be a bag from the latest MCI - I hope it won't turn out too horrible!
Posted by: Biscuitbear | February 28, 2007 at 04:02 AM
This is incredible. I can not even imagine being able to do this. Wow...I am truly speechless. I do have to laugh though because the thought of an all white piece of furniture would be completely mine and mine alone. Definitely something for my seven year old son to be near. Ha! All I can envision is in museum when they have areas cordonned off...yup that's what I would have around this if it were mine. Anyway...I said I was speechless then proceeded to ramble...seriously though, great job!!
Posted by: Jess H. | February 28, 2007 at 05:08 AM
It turned out just right! Love the pillows...and would love to leaf through the magazine while lounging there...
aaahhh!
Enjoy!
Posted by: Dawn | February 28, 2007 at 05:16 AM
The kitty is gorgeous and so is that slip cover. I have a chaise that needs recovering, and I have been putting it off for years! LOL
Posted by: Sarah | February 28, 2007 at 05:54 AM
Oh wow, it turned out great!!
Posted by: beki | February 28, 2007 at 05:55 AM
My mouth literally dropped. I can't even figure out how to slip cover a regular sofa and here you go doing the tricksy stuff! Great job!
Posted by: sarah | February 28, 2007 at 06:58 AM
The NEI and TMI note makes perfect sense to me. I get excited about things and am guilty of one or other on a regular basis whilst expounding to anyone foolish enough to stop long enough to listen. I forget that other folks can't read my mind or think in the same circular manner as I do. Thanks for clarifying the baby issue as I was wondering about that but was trying not to be rude and ask outright.
The slipcover is awesome. You've done a remarkable job.
Posted by: June | February 28, 2007 at 07:38 AM
The slipcover turned out wonderfully!! Looks just great!! Will you come do my really large couch now?!?!? ;-)
Posted by: stickchick | February 28, 2007 at 07:56 AM
The slip cover is amazing! So perfectly fitted and clean.
Posted by: Kristin | February 28, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Congratulaitons on creating such a perfectly lovely slipcover!
Well done!
Posted by: Miz Booshay | February 28, 2007 at 02:15 PM
Wow!
By the way, I love that little table! Did you buy it that way or alter it yourself?
Posted by: Sheila | February 28, 2007 at 03:50 PM
Wow...congrats..it looks lovely
Posted by: Gypsy Purple-Chamara | February 28, 2007 at 05:55 PM
Wow! You did a fantastic job on the slipcover! Really great!!!
Posted by: Julie | February 28, 2007 at 07:24 PM
So glad to see the end result...Beautiful slip cover! You did a wonderful job!
Posted by: Tracy | March 01, 2007 at 01:06 AM
Hi. I just found your site...What a great job you did on the slip covers. Very inspiring :-)
Posted by: Vee | March 01, 2007 at 08:15 AM
beautiful job on the slipcover!
Posted by: charlotte | March 01, 2007 at 05:23 PM
I have also done the same thing, when posting on my blogs. There's so much to say, in such little time.
Great slipcover.
Posted by: Rona | March 01, 2007 at 08:19 PM
I don't know what is more beautiful: the slip-cover, the table or the coushions. Everything is really nice.
Posted by: paula luckhurst | March 02, 2007 at 07:30 AM
Absolutely gorgeous, Vicki! So pretty all set up with your pillows and tiny table. You're a wonder woman, don't deny it :)
Posted by: Toni | March 02, 2007 at 03:56 PM
Just beautiful!! You did such a good job. I really, really like it.
Posted by: Allie from Minneapolis | March 02, 2007 at 04:21 PM
Beautiful!!!
Posted by: Virginia | March 19, 2007 at 11:02 AM