Drop cloth couch

Our living room furniture has seen better days - much better days. We have five kids and three dogs and the couches have really taken a beating. It's not in the budget right now to replace these pieces and I'm not sure I would want to until the kids are a little older. So here is how I made them look pretty in the meantime.My approach to fitting our couches was very similar to if I were going to sew these pieces together, however, because I can only sew a simple straight line on our sewing…

Do you have a couch that's past its prime and a budget too tight for a new one? No problem! There are plenty of ways to revive a worn-out couch or sofa and one of them is using a couch cover. You spend a lot of time sitting on your couch. So, if your couch has stains, looks worn out, and you want to bring it back to life, try one of these 18 fabric coverings. They're all easy to apply and inexpensive to make or buy, plus they come in different patterns and colors. (squeal in delight) RELATED…

Reupholstering for dummies: Easy to follow, step-by-step guide to reupholstering a couch using a canvas drop cloth.

This "no sew" couch cover is easy and affordable. I'm showing you step by step how to do this project and upgrade your sofa instantly. Thanks for watching an...

Dressed in a natural canvas slipcover, you would never know this Henredon piece is over 30 years old! My customer bought a pair of these club chairs back in the 70’s. The mod design with castors and brown fake suede upholstery was all the rage. Today, I’d say this well-made classic is still hip and cool. Well, minus the old upholstery 😉 Fabric: washed...

Learn how to bleach drop cloth to make it perfectly soft and white for DIY projects. Drop cloth is perfect for slipcovers, pillows and curtains.

Materials: Staple gun and lots of staples One large drop cloth (approx 10’x12’) and one long drop cloth (approx 4’x12’) **Measure your couch before purchasing material – you might need more or less than I used Fabric Scissors (or just good, sharp ones) Needle Nose Pliers Time, patience, and a sense of humor I really liked the look of the unbleached drop cloths from the hardware store. It’s a sturdy weave, the cloths are large enough that I don’t have to piece anything together, it’s all…

Happy New Year Everyone, I apologize for the long delay between posts. The holidays were naturally a blur and well, now the girls are in school I have a little more time to dedicate to my blog. Sadly, our Christmas decorations are packed away for next year leaving the rooms feeling "bare". I arranged a few accessories this morning and played around with a new seating arrangement. I guess the after Christmas decorating and the beginning of the New Year left me feeling like the house needed a…

An inexpensive way to update an old couch or sofa is with a drop cloth. Even someone new to sewing can make this slip cover!

19 Ways To Use Drop Cloth In Your Home Decor - Give drop cloth a chance in your home with these fabulous inspirations. #diy #dropcloth #versatilediy #diydecor #homedecor