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Author: Eric Morris Article source: http://www.your-sewing.co.uk/. Used with author's permission.
Your couch is ugly and out-dated. Your loveseat looks raggedy, with threads hanging in spots. Just the sight of your old-fashioned living room makes you depressed. You've already been to the furniture store and there is no way you can afford a new set. What on earth should you do? You could consider slipcovers.
Slipcovers are an inexpensive way of giving your furniture -- and your room -- a makeover. A slipcover is a piece of fabric, specially made to fit a particular type of furniture. You simply place it over your existing couch, loveseat, chair, or whatever, and instantly, you have a whole new look.
Slipcovers can be made of most any fabric. Though you can use any fabric you want, it is best to pick a sturdy fabric that can withstand regular use. Good, strong fabrics include canvas, denim, linen, chintz, and ticking. Any one of those fabrics could create a slipcover able to handle even the most rambunctious children.
Slipcovers can be elegant or whimsical, elaborate or simple, flashy or understated -- all depending on the materials used. Whatever your decorating goals, they can be accomplished with the right slipcover.
Slipcovers are available in a wide variety of colors and fabrics. Florals, stripes, checks, solids, and plaids are always popular choices. If you have a particular fabric you are trying to match, such as a tablecloth or curtain, you could even have the slipcover custom made.
Better yet, you could make it yourself. If you have some basic sewing skills, slipcovers are a relatively easy project.
Slipcovers are inexpensive enough to be changed regularly. You can change them as the season -- or your mood -- changes. With a little bit of cash and decorating savvy, you can make over your entire home. A carefully chosen and well-cared for slipcover can offer you years of enjoyment. Slip Covers provides detailed information about sofa, futon, chair, and recliner slip covers, plus custom and discount slip covers, and advice on how to make a slip cover. Slip Covers is the sister site of Duvet Covers Web.
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