You'll have an easier time making slipcovers if you choose a fabric with a plain design or texture. (Striped materials must be kept straight; those with bold patterns require matching.) Look for fabric that's preshrunk, washable, colorfast, and stain resistant.
A little confused about how to lay out slipcover pieces for cutting? Place all the lengthwise measurements (top to bottom or, for cushions or seats, back to front) on the fabric's length; all widthwise measurements (side to side) on the fabric's width.
If your slipcover won't have a skirt, there's a way to make it fit as smoothly as upholstery. Add a small flap to turn under the seat's bottom and line it with Velcro; attach corresponding strips to the seat's underside. Cut notches to go around the legs.
Avoid slipcover sag. Gently poke the fabric into the crannies of an armchair or sofa with the end of a wooden yardstick to avoid the dreadful sagging appearance of your slipcover.
If the fabric label on your slipcovers says they're washable, follow the washing and drying instructions, but replace them on the furniture while they're still slightly damp and pliable. This avoids shrinkage and resulting problems with fit.
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