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Friday, March 12, 2010

Slipcovers



I absolutely adore the look of a white slipcover, Partly because of the crisp, clean look. The other is because you can cover any couch or chair, no matter what it looks like.




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I came across a post today by
The Nester at the Nesting Place,
making a slipcover with
Pink and Polka Dot who has a tutorial on her blog.
Pink and Polka Dot
talks about living with white slipcovers
on her blog and her love affair with them. She says she does not restrict the kids and they eat and have wine on them. (I don't think she has my kids. Ha Ha Ha)

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She also has what she calls
The Laziest Slipcover
Tutorial Ever.



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She has inspired me. There is a couch I have had my eye on that has been at Goodwill for WEEKS.It has great bones, but has the most AWFUL green upholstery. Now, to talk my husband into this couch...



If you get inspired to make a slipcover, link up to her Slipcover Party.






Remember the first chair at the top of this post? This is the before...



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Talk about inspiring!
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30 comments:

  1. Lookie Lou TPPC.tvMarch 12, 2010 at 5:29 AM

    Ahh yes, I have a chair I am very proud of...made a new cushion seat and painted...still have it and love it! Stopping by from SITS and Friday Follow! Followed you, will you follow back?

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  2. Chubskulit RoseMarch 12, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    Gorgeous!

    Stopping by from Friday Follow, hope you can drop by. Have a happy weekend!

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  3. AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 9:10 AM

    Hi,
    Thank-you for stopping by from Follow Me Fridays.
    I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
    Take Care,
    Lisa
    http://www.lisasglutenfree.com
    http://misc-oceansky.blogspot.com

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  4. JuleeMarch 12, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    thanks for the follow.
    This slipcover thing is awesome. I'll have to check it out and add it to my weekend projects! http://jonbonjovious.blogspot.com

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  5. No Longer 25March 12, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    I saw these too and really fancied trying them. I like the idea of slipcovers and being able to wash them.

    Have a great weekend, thanks for stopping by.
    Jade

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  6. WhisperWood CottageMarch 12, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    That is definitely inspiring!

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  7. sheilaMarch 12, 2010 at 11:47 AM

    Beautifully simple! And breezy feeling I bet! I feel relaxed just looking at it!

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  8. Menopausal New MomMarch 12, 2010 at 12:19 PM

    Wow! What a before and after! Love the new crisp white look. Thanks for finding my blog, I'm following you now, hope you'll do the same for me :)

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  9. HelenaMarch 12, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    Wow, I love it so much!! It's so fresh and crisp and it feels like spring.

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  10. Family-Friendly Product ReviewsMarch 12, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    I'm your newest follower! Happy Friday!

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  11. Ida MaeMarch 12, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Inspiring!
    stopping by from Friday follow.
    I *think* you are following me already, if not would you back?
    ~Ida Mae
    http://www.treeswillbend.com

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  12. ThinkFeministMarch 12, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    Hi, I am following your blog from Friday Follow, You can also follow mine at www.safehomehappymom.com

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  13. MollyinMinnMarch 12, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    Already was a follower! Great plans for the slipcover! Impressive.

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  14. DMarch 12, 2010 at 2:11 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog. Following you back!

    Deanna
    http://www.moneysavingmomcanada.com/

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  15. julielollarMarch 12, 2010 at 2:12 PM

    I love it!
    -Julie
    http://thewannabesupermom.blogspot.com

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  16. BrandyMarch 12, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Stopping by to say HI back. I am already following. I have some chairs that need to be recovered. I don't know when I will get to that project.

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  17. sweetjeanetteMarch 12, 2010 at 2:52 PM

    Hey Denise! You're so sweet to visit and follow my blog today through Friday Follow. I'm so following ya right back! And I'm a sucker for a good slip cover too, and lovin' the ruffle "skirt" at the bottom of the first pic!!!

    jeanette
    www.sweetjeanette.com

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  18. AnonymousMarch 12, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    They look beautiful...yet with my kids,Ha! White is a non-exsitant color in my house including on their feet lol

    14yrs from now I'll def. join in ;)

    Have a great weekend!
    Much Luv,
    Karen

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  19. Christi CrowMarch 12, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    Thanks for the visit! I'm following you back. Love your blog by the way!!

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  20. * The Design ConfidentialMarch 12, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    new follower here, found you through TGC. just love your site!

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  21. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 12, 2010 at 5:11 PM

    Wow! An amazing slipcover! And you made it...so smart! They are versatile, aren't they?...Debbie

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  22. VKTMarch 12, 2010 at 6:03 PM

    Wow! What an amazing before and after picture! I love your blog. Have a blessed week-end!

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  23. Holly LefevreMarch 12, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    FAB! I so need this. I have two couches that I need/want to slipcover. Thanks fro stopping by 504 Main

    Holly

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  24. UnknownMarch 12, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Amazing! Closest I ever got to a slip cover is I duct taped a sofa w/sheets once. Saw it on Christopher Lowell. It worked like a charm - even w/dog who sleeps on couch (big dog) & 3 boys. It lasted forever!
    Thanks so much for stopping by the other day. I'm a follower now!

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  25. Tami GMarch 12, 2010 at 9:27 PM

    Stopping by from Friday Follow!
    thanks for following me... I'm following you!
    Have a GREAT weekend!!!

    Tami G

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  26. Veronica LeeMarch 12, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    The slip cover is gorgeous!

    Have a great weekend!

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  27. AnonymousMarch 13, 2010 at 1:28 PM

    Hi there!

    We are already fans/followers of your blog! Just stopping by to check things out and say hello! Come on over and visit the Freely Living Life Family when you get a free moment. Have a fantastic weekend! <3

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  28. SjnMarch 13, 2010 at 1:44 PM

    I'm about to try a chair myself. Stop bye soon to see it! here from TGC

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  29. iheartsunnydaysMarch 18, 2010 at 8:41 AM

    I like! (Found you through Thrifty Thursday) I have an ugly green couch that I desperately need to do, and now with your help I'll be able to do it! Thanks! P.S I LURVE the ruffle

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  30. Miss JanetJuly 22, 2010 at 10:36 AM

    Hey there! Just want to let you know that your links in this post aren't working.

    Love,
    Janet

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