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How to measure the skirt for a slipcover

How to measure the skirt for a slipcover

Once the main part of the slipcover for a chair or sofa is finished the skirt is the final piece. There are a few things to consider when attaching the skirt Do you want cording to separate the skirt from the rest of the chair? If everything else has cording I would recommend continuing this look. If not you can opt to attach the skirt and top...Read More
Simple tricks to sewing elegant pillows

Simple tricks to sewing elegant pillows

Pillows are the simplest home dec project to learn to start sewing.  They are a quick project that you can start and finish in an afternoon. This sense of accomplishment will give you the courage to tackle another project down the road. First you need to know what size pillow you cover is for. Standard pillows come in square sizes every two inches. 12"x12" 14"x14" 16"x16" 18"x...Read More