How To Make Slip Covers For Couches

Slipcovers are a great way to update the look of your couch without having to buy a new one. They're also a great way to protect your couch from spills and stains. With a few simple steps and a little bit of time, you can make your own slipcovers that will perfectly fit your couch.

Materials You'll Need:

Fabric (enough to cover your entire couch plus a few inches for overlap)
Measuring tape
Scissors
Sewing machine (optional)
Thread
Needle
Iron and ironing board

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Measure your couch. To do this, you'll need to measure the length, width, and height of your couch. Be sure to include the arms and the back of the couch in your measurements.

2. Cut out your fabric. Once you have your measurements, you need to cut out the fabric for your slipcover. Cut out two pieces of fabric for the back of the couch, two pieces for the seat, and two pieces for the arms. Be sure to add a few inches to each measurement for overlap.

3. Sew the pieces together. If you're using a sewing machine, sew the pieces together using a straight stitch. If you're sewing by hand, use a whipstitch or a blind stitch.

4. Hem the edges. Once you've sewn the pieces together, hem the edges of the slipcover using a blind stitch or a zigzag stitch.

5. Iron the slipcover. Once you've hemmed the edges, iron the slipcover to remove any wrinkles.

6. Put the slipcover on your couch. To put the slipcover on your couch, start by placing the back piece over the back of the couch. Then, place the seat piece over the seat of the couch. Finally, place the arm pieces over the arms of the couch.

7. Adjust the fit. Once the slipcover is on the couch, adjust the fit as needed. You may need to tuck in the edges or adjust the straps to get a snug fit.

With a little bit of time and effort, you can make your own slipcovers that will perfectly fit your couch and update the look of your living room.