tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post7040759810038627896..comments2024-03-28T07:06:41.817-04:00Comments on Sohl Design: Slipper Chair Slip CoversSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-67729680083209392962017-10-13T09:09:55.100-04:002017-10-13T09:09:55.100-04:00Hi Heather, thank you for checking out my tutorial...Hi Heather, thank you for checking out my tutorial! I would recommend using 3-4 yards per chair, but I can't remember how much I actually used. It's always better to have a little extra. Best of luck to you! I'd love to see how your project turns out! Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-66085601564352019922017-10-07T12:19:23.010-04:002017-10-07T12:19:23.010-04:00Thank you so much for posting this tutorial! I was...Thank you so much for posting this tutorial! I was trying to figure out how I could do this and your help is doing to make it happen! Any idea how much fabric you used? Just an approximation will work. I'm TERRIBLE as estimating!! :) Heather Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17402331985315527952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-75318778458675755102017-05-06T09:25:38.196-04:002017-05-06T09:25:38.196-04:00Hi Elizabeth! The fabric I purchased at Jo-ann Fab...Hi Elizabeth! The fabric I purchased at Jo-ann Fabrics was a lightweight canvas type material. I wanted something with little to no "weave" that my cats wouldn't try to claw. One cat still occasionally tries to scratch the new fabric, but not nearly as bad as the original material. I have found that microfiber/soft fabrics are less attractive for scratching. I would avoid anything with a visible weave. Good luck with your chair! I hope you have success. Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-74276413269056933862017-05-05T09:23:38.856-04:002017-05-05T09:23:38.856-04:00Hello - you say your cats do not get their claws i...Hello - you say your cats do not get their claws into the new fabric on the chairs you reupholstered? What type of fabric is the new kind? We also have cats who want to scratch my slipper chair, so I'm thinking of making a cover like you did here, and I want to make sure the new fabric is as cat-proof as can be ... though that's pretty hard to find. Elizabethnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-64627146826985692622014-05-07T22:03:55.706-04:002014-05-07T22:03:55.706-04:00I haven't shopped for them in a while, but I w...I haven't shopped for them in a while, but I would check online at Target, Pottery Barn and Bed Bath & Beyond. Good luck in your search! Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-91356998017049784242014-05-04T11:38:02.360-04:002014-05-04T11:38:02.360-04:00Ok, I have a slipper chair and cannot sew! do you...Ok, I have a slipper chair and cannot sew! do you know where I can buy them?<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-71733925896091375702014-02-08T14:51:00.722-05:002014-02-08T14:51:00.722-05:00Hi, Sarah! Many thanks for this great post - the ...Hi, Sarah! Many thanks for this great post - the tips and pictures are very helpful. I have the exact same chairs, two cats, and... well, you get the idea. (I happen to agree with your suspicion that the chairs were laced with catnip.) As soon as I find the right fabric, I'll be tackling this project. Can't wait!Kikihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13163791554397875594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-72600633785938080512013-09-20T17:01:18.173-04:002013-09-20T17:01:18.173-04:00I'm so happy you shared your experience of cov...I'm so happy you shared your experience of covering these chairs! I bought a couple of these slipper chairs at Target too and I'm tired of the pattern. I just want something plain and neutral so I can use pillows and throws for color. After reading your blog, I'm giving it a go! Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-15993554710496144302012-05-01T14:03:33.177-04:002012-05-01T14:03:33.177-04:00I am so jealous of your sewing skills. I really w...I am so jealous of your sewing skills. I really want to try this. I have the same chairs in turquoise aviary for three years now. They've actually held up really well but in our new house I'm just sick of that print. I really want to tackle this now!<br /><br />Julia<br />www.pawleysislandposh.blogspot.comJulia Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17077799760284042276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-59320133390215017542012-02-18T12:42:59.469-05:002012-02-18T12:42:59.469-05:00Hi Sarah! I am horrible at measuring, but I would ...Hi Sarah! I am horrible at measuring, but I would say I used about 4 1/2 - 5 yards of fabric, per chair, just to be safe (give or take). I would love to see photos if you're giving this a try!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-35384146772824704022012-02-17T18:11:31.811-05:002012-02-17T18:11:31.811-05:00Can you tell me how much yardage you used! This wa...Can you tell me how much yardage you used! This was a great step by step! Thanks!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09889224114394638377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-18566474062590969312011-10-13T15:51:05.353-04:002011-10-13T15:51:05.353-04:00I just found your post while looking to make slip ...I just found your post while looking to make slip covers for the same chair! I bought it at Target (b/c John and Sherry have it) and hate it! But... the cat loves it :( It's the first thing I've ever had my cat scratch. Too funny?! You can see it here:<br /><br />http://designingmainstreet.com/2011/05/06/mishus-new-chair/<br /><br />Your chairs turned out great. I was thinking of stuffing the material down the 'crack' too - glad to see it worked out!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-23541462117563856962011-07-24T20:37:50.941-04:002011-07-24T20:37:50.941-04:00Hmmmm. looks great!! I'm NOT as talented as yo...Hmmmm. looks great!! I'm NOT as talented as you and am looking to buy one of these slipcovers for basically the same chair. know anyone who sells them? You should totally make these for sale!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-60326273627325505172011-05-16T22:17:06.237-04:002011-05-16T22:17:06.237-04:00Hi Andrea! Nice to meet you! I'm so glad my po...Hi Andrea! Nice to meet you! I'm so glad my post could be of some help to you. It was a bit of a challenge, mostly where the seat meets the back of the chair. I would recommend making them a little on the snug side because they tend to "get loose" over time. I'd also suggest using a medium to heavy-weight fabric. Less wrinkles and movement when sat upon. Best of luck with your slipcovers! I would love to see them when you're done.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07493191678237873251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8474134524905508286.post-29745192601573617392011-05-16T12:17:39.416-04:002011-05-16T12:17:39.416-04:00Hi Sarah! Found you by Googling about those Target...Hi Sarah! Found you by Googling about those Target slipper chairs. You've done a GREAT job with yours. :)<br /><br />I have a set, as well, that I got off Craigslist. I originally wanted much whiter chairs, so I was a little disappointed, but they turned out to look really good against our turquoise walls. Now that I'm painting (again), they look dingy against the greige color ... I am thinking of making slipcovers for them and was scared to attempt the task. This gives me a good base to work with! Thanks! Definitely bookmarking this post for future reference.Andrea Bhttp://behindcloseddrawers.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com