Washed Linen...makes a Fantastic Slipcover!!

While you were away.....at the lake or beach or with family and friends...I completed this slipcover!  I do believe it is my favorite to date....I think I say that very same thing each time I complete a project :)  But it is the linen-the washed linen...and in natural-such a beautiful, neutral color.  It can't be wrong anywhere.  As a matter of fact---I think it is absolutely perfect, especially for Betty Jo!

This 2 cushion sofa is showing a bit of its age in its red stripe upholstery...and the seat cushions are worn and sort of  thin.  When Betty Jo called to ask about slipcover options for her sofa-I immediately suggested linen.  And not a crisp pressed linen...but a fabulously casual, washed linen-in natural!
This sofa required about 18 yards of fabric....for the slipcover in a tailored style.  Cushion covers with cording and zipper closures-and an extra piece of  bonded poly batting added about an inch to the cushion....and that gives the sofa a little more personality and comfort.
I made the slipcover for the main sofa body with a little bit of oversize...not too much....just a bit....for a casual appearance-and, to be able to remove the slip for necessary washes.

 My workshop is rediculously packed with too much fabric....and supplies and pieces of furniture to slip...and nursery bedding...and pillows.  So please understand if you come my way or notice the backgrounds in the photos I post....that everything you see has a purpose...or, just maybe, a potential purpose as a part of a sewing project...or furniture re-do.  Thank you, God....for work and clients!  I love what I do!

And What About This Charming Natural Nursery???

Oh, my heart! Something about this crib bedding in natural lightweight softenend linen...so understated and simple. Just the detail of the ruffles to give it a little personality...shown here on my "workshop" cottage style crib, but wouldn't it look great on any baby bed out there??!!
And maybe even add a cording in ballet pink or pastel blue...for just a hint of color.
The bumper is made of four separate pieces with simple one inch ties-each piece of the bumper made with a zipper closure and wrapped poly insert that is removable for laundering.
The crib skirt measures 21 inches including the one inch ruffled hem.
The 12 x 16 inch pillow features a one inch ruffled edge and zipper closure to enclose the polyester pillow form.
Other nursery items available...crib coverlet, window treatments-roman shades or panels,...and other options :)
Have a great day!

Pair of Slipcovered Ottomans

This is a charming pair of 16" cubes that I have slipcovered in a natural mix color of medium weight linen, pre-laundered of course. Each holds its own on the functional and cuteness monitor...but placed side by side-two is definitely better than one! The ottomans are 15" tall-so the pair finishes at 32" x 16" x 15".
As for the size...you don't even need a plan-they will fit anywhere and are versatile enough for any room. Ideal as ottomans for a couple of chairs, the perfect "coffee table" for a sofa or loveseat, or under a sofa table to pull out for extra seating (although you would hate to hide them).
Each slipcover features a self- corded top with a ruffled hem detail. Easy, casual style and super simple to clean. Pair of slipcovered Ottomans~$90...available at Troy Antiques or www.cottageandcabininteriors.com .