Next on my list of make-overs: my "Captain Kirk" chair.
It's the chair I use at my sewing machine. I've had it for ages and it's pretty comfy, but the arm rests need to go. Removing them will make the chair easier to cover; I won't have them banging into the table anymore either.
As I was measuring the seat, I noticed it was about the same size as the back of the chair, only turned the other direction. Saved myself a little time here with only having to make one pattern instead of two.
This pretty paisley fabric was formerly a king-size duvet cover (IKEA 1999), that I bought last year at a flea market. I couldn't resist. It was a lovely 82-inches wide with no middle seams and a bonus polka-dot backing. The very fact that they were red polka-dots sealed the deal. Basically, just two large sheets sewn together, making it very simple to trim away the side seams, which is what I did yesterday. Hope to finish it up today. Will share how it turns out later . . .
I love the fabric, that was a great find! I made a cover for my desk chair
after seeing this one.
Posted by: Autum | April 10, 2008 at 09:12 AM
Great make-over!!
Love the choice of fabric. Really summmerly and happy.
Instead of doing the same thing myself I bought another chair. A pretty French chair. But my butt has troubles sometimes :) haha
Posted by: Aina | April 10, 2008 at 09:20 AM
You are so making me get off my rear end and do something with my sewing chair. Nice fabric.
Posted by: Judy | April 10, 2008 at 09:43 AM
I made covers for my sewing room chairs last August. I used Amy Butler fabric. I don't know how to link in comments but you can check my archives.
Posted by: Denise | April 10, 2008 at 12:10 PM
Great idea - Love the fabric! Our chair by the computer desperately needs a "make-over". I'll have to consult with the husband on the fabric though, it's highly unlikely he'll plant his bottom on anything too "flowery".
Posted by: Sue | April 10, 2008 at 07:52 PM
Oh my goodness, I have that exact same paisley. I bought it at a thrift store about two years ago, a big huge piece, and had no idea where it came from. I love it and have used it in all sorts of projects!
Posted by: Amy | April 10, 2008 at 08:08 PM
No, but I need to. My sewing chair is a wooden thing and I really need to create a cushioned seat. Thanks for giving me a push in the right direction!
- Suzanne, the Farmer's Wife
Posted by: the farmers wife | April 11, 2008 at 03:46 AM