I'm very curious how this application held up to normal use? I have a similar setup , laid in place with tucking and it is a constant pain because it moves so much.

I bought a large white trunk to store my infant niece’s stuff in kzread.infoUgkxNuLbiXpLQ-mKH5NlyjrNe88hiCk2N3Cg , as she comes to my house frequently. For now, it’s toys on one side and diapers, wipes, and other baby care items on the other. As she gets older, it will be all toys. I had originally wanted a trunk with a hinged lid, but I was afraid of her smashing or pinching her fingers in it. This will be a much safer option. The lid has great padding in it and it is actually nice to sit on. It feels very sturdy and secure. Looks like it can be wiped clean easily. If it gets abused by her, I won’t be terribly upset because I paid less than $50 for it on Prime Day.

I used to do this with my old couches and then all I wanted to do was to sleep on them lol. Looks pretty and inexpensive way to match the decor. ♥️

I love how you did this! So elegant and cozy! Thanks for sharing!

I've watched several videos on household ideas, tips, etc. I recently purchased new slipcovers for my couch and chairs. I was just looking for ideas on the best way to proceed putting them on, and found your video. I'm so pleased! No frills, no pretentious expensive fabrics, several hundred dollar couches found at their "thrift stores". Ha. I've had the resources to purchase furniture, but I've always loved the search, hunt for my perfect treasures. I really enjoyed your informative, no frills, hooty-tooty approach to having a pretty home. Thanks! ☺️

Love it and I did the same thing with my L shape couch and chaise lounge. Except I used those velvety blankets from Amazon. I matched my blanket that I bought some years ago with a new one and it was spot on perfect. It was a no sew like yours. Great job Robin!

Amazing job- but I gotta admit I’m kinda loving the print on the sofa but I know how too much floral can get too busy for that neutral look we all love. Your videos are so inspiring, Robin!!

You've done it again, Robin! This technique is so good and your sofas look terrific.

Wow!!! That turned out beautifully! I do love the print on the sofa, but the sheet you've chosen is perfect for your style and home! Just amazing!😍🤩🤗

What a great job Robin,I really enjoyed it. Not everyone can run out and get new furniture but everyone enjoys something looking nice.

Yeah--No! First those straight pins will pull out the first time someone sits on it. 2nd, all tucks come out when someone sits on it. 3rd, she obviously does not have kids because they would undo all that work in about 5 minutes. I know because I have sheets and spreads on my furniture to hide the ugly and it is a constant battle to keep them in place.

@MrsBear-sv6wo

5 жыл бұрын

I hear that! Yes I have 2 boys as well and they will pull all that out more than likely.I am saving up for new furnature but in the meantime i have a few tears in the sofas that I try to cover. Getting regular couch covers for my oversized peices is next to impossible😭so i throw blankets over the backs of them and that's how i do it for now.but this did seem interesting.just not sure how well it would stay.she must not have kid's if her whole house is in WHITE HEHE.

@KatarinaS.

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, completely unrealistic, I speak from experience!

@clarestewart6387

5 жыл бұрын

@@KatarinaS. I actually know a few people with children and they have white walls, funiture etc....

@tracydancy5632

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, even without small kids, we all sit and lounge in the couch and now my actual store bought slipcover has rips in it.. so I see where the stressed areas are in the cover

@wendyrosson27

5 жыл бұрын

Very nice job. Of course a person has to treat the sofa gentle. Kids are rough on everything. I thought you gave some great tips that I will use. Thanks.

Thank you for your video. I found sheets at my local thrift store and covered my sofa and loveseat. They look great and don't budge when we sit on the couch..I did use safety pins instead of fabric pins. Thanks again!

@RobinJohnsonDecor

4 жыл бұрын

That is wonderful news. So glad found some sheets you like that that it is working out for you. Whooohook

Such a great idea! Been needing to do something with my couches that I couldn't afford to replace. Mine are also very comfortable and still usable but the taupe fabric isn't working anymore. I also love white and cream in my home. Thank you!

It's a good temporary fix, but constantly "re-fixing" it every time someone gets up, gets old real fast.

@jaoc4283

5 жыл бұрын

Gus Cat I know right. My mother does this too. She knows when I’m leaving as I do the fix the couch dance

@ArtichokeHeart2

5 жыл бұрын

I have to agree. Just live with what you have until you can get what you want. Honestly, a lot of decent new furniture is not that expensive. You can also get quotes for reupholstering and see if it's worth it. Especially if the piece you have is good quality. Shop around for prices for re-upholstering. Some community colleges have design/upholstery programs and you may be able to find students to do it rather inexpensively. I had a loveseat professionally reupholstered in a dense heavy white linen. They did a fantastic job. It included the piping around the arms and back cushions. At the time I loved the lines and legs of the loveseat and didn't feel like shopping around for a different one so I just had someone re-upholster it professionally. You may be surprised at the price at which you can get this done.

@breakingbadheisenberg9703

3 жыл бұрын

@@ArtichokeHeart2 I have cats , but sure if I wanted to reupholster furniture every 6 months 🤣

@MegKampen

2 жыл бұрын

@@breakingbadheisenberg9703 You can teach your cats to use a scratching post in 2 hours. All you need is a squirt bottle, a scratching post and some catnip to rub on the scratching post. if you see your cat scratching your furniture you give them a few squirts in the face and a firm ''no''. You than carry your cat over to the scratching post with the catnip already rub on it and physically hold their paws in your hands and force them to scratch the post. They will be doing it on their own when they realize that the scratchin post is theirs. Also praise them for their good behaviour.

I love this! Thanks for sharing.

Oh, Robin, you read my mind! I have wanted to make a spillover for my sofa for so long. I have seen many videos on using the fabric drop cloths, but I am not a great seamstress! Thanks for sharing once again😀! By the way, a long time ago I watched a show where the Dude made a cover, and then put a dowel rod(he said you could use an old shower /or ? rod) tucked in the back. He said it really help keep it tucked! Moving on to your next video!! Rita

Thank you thank you thank you for that tutorial I have watched your videos over and over when you have tours of your living room so I can try to figure out how you cover your sofas I have the same situation as you good sofas that just need a cover I appreciate it very much and look forward to more videos thanks again

Very nice, thank you! Just what I was looking for. Your recent video on sofa cushion covers is also very inspiring.

I Love how you did this ! Thank You for sharing .. I'm a new to your channel. I really like your white themed Living room, very pretty 💗 ..

Thanks for the tutorial on slipcovers. I have been wanting to recover my sofa for so so long. I don't think I could make a regular slipcover, not that talented! You made it look easy, going to give it a try, wish me LUCK!!! Thanks again...until next video!😁

I'm loving all of these videos from you!! They add a little bright spot to each day 😊

Nice hack!! It looks great AND its an easy job to pull them off n throw in the washer 😀 You are looking great Robin! Looking healthy and chipper again! For so long you were battling your bug etc and you looked beat. 😔 Glad you're your old self again! Cuz I love your vids/blogs ❤😊

Great Bay Home has some amazing slipcovers. They work great with 1 inch furniture tacks pushed into hidden areas with wood. I only need a few. Also they don’t stain. They’re having a 30% off sale today. They are cheaper than other brands but better material and shape. They also have two piece ones. If anyone is too busy to make one. Great tips though. They sell it on amazon but they’re $10-$20 more. They also have dining chair slipcovers for cheap. I’m just a customer who loves them.

I love what you've done with your Sofa's. Years ago, I purchased a Blue and White Striped Sofa Cover . It wasn't cheap. It also came with a little stretch ruffle that went around the bottom . The quality of fabric was very good. It lasted for years. But any sofa cover from time to time has to be straightened and tucked . That's just a fact . But when I needed to finally get a new one , I said "Never again will I pay so much for a couch cover. I started doing what you do ...because I have several Cats, its cheaper and easier for me, easy to wash and if it gets stained and the stain won't come out ...its back to the Thrift Store to find some white sheets ( usually 99 cents to $2.99 ) .I have also used White Chenille which gives off a Shabby Chic look. I haven't had any real problems with guests sitting down on the Sofa and afterwards, having any major re-tucking issues. So... I love your hacks and I thank you for your Video !

The problem is that bed sheets look like ... bed sheets. The matelasse looks a lot nicer. You can also buy home dec fabric in wide widths in knobby linen or a polyester type faux linen that would look great, but ultimately slipcovers look like slipcovers. I found a loveseat in great shape for 75$ and had it professionally re-upholstered (in white linen) for 450$. That included piping along the arms and back cushions. I wouldn't do it again because you can get a decent quality loveseat for that price. I just don't know if making over old furniture is worth it, given how decent brand new furniture isn't all that expensive. And I do love white, too. My entire house is white, wood, ivory, and other neutrals.

As alway another great helpfull video thanks Robin!

OMG! I been looking for a way to do that! You don’t know how much you’ve helped me! Thank you sooo much!

Good job,it really does look great! Thank you so much for sharing! I think I'll be using this technique. Once again, thank you.☺️

I really needed this video! I’ve been looking for ways to cover my hideous couch without having to buy a super expensive slipcover! Thanks so much! I’m s new subscriber as well ❤️

Really pretty room! Thank you for letting your dog hang out on the sofa. All of mine do !

@sunrae7680

5 жыл бұрын

And also my cat.

Do they stay put when hubby lays on couch. I bought a Sure Fit white covet..pretty but no matter how hard I tuck does not stay. I live your style and I too like thst white with some color. You are the best Robin.♥️😍🐕🎁

Love it. You just give me ideas for my sofa's . Thank you.

Great tip! Why change what you do so well and inexpensively? I just love it!

yep, tuck and fold then staple....voila! No sewing and so less intimidating (and time hog!) Thank you for the tips!

Brilliant idea!

Great ideas,and very informative . Thank you for sharing 👍

Your couch looks beautiful! I want to do the same with my old, animal stained couch. What kind of fabric did you use?

PRICELESS! LOVE IT

Could shower curtains be used or regular curtains? There's wonderful chenille shower curtains in white on white.

I have a big long L shaped sectional, I'd like to do this with .. But the cushions don't come out.

Robin, this turned out great! I love the extra touch of the Wisconsin pillow! :) XO

Great video! Great way to bring new life to any sofa without spending a lot.

Hi Robin, great explanation of how to cover a sofa. You are my fave. I think twisting upholstery tacks would be great here.

Thank you for the Fake Slip Cover Tutorial, Robin! You make it easy. Have a superb rest of the week. I am excited to see the treasures you have to share tomorrow. It's Thrift Store Thursday time! Enjoy the rest of the week, Robin.

Hi! I came across your video. Thank you for sharing your video. I liked your sofa cover hack. I did like the colors & floral pattern of your sofa. Its does really "pop" at you. 😊

Hi .just bought 2hand sofa ..at fisrt I thought I should machine dye but now I have changed m mind after watching this video Thanx this is the best way t safe money and time😗

Hi, great ideas! I'm just wondering how this holds up after use? I'm using dropcloths & my sofa turns into a disaster once someone sits down. So I think my technique is incorrect or I'm doing something very wrong!

This is brilliant!!

Looks beautiful!💖

Thank you..I want to do mine!! You look beautiful today. I love the red, white and black top.

Thankyou for posting this. I can't afford a new sofa and loveseat but I can afford this. I'm a senior and this is perfect.

I have that white blanket she used and it's not cheap..I paid over $100.00 for it..I've had it for many years and now I know what I can do with it when I put it to rest..I have recovered couches and chairs but I used a staple gun. It works much better than just tucking in

You're amazing saved my whole year tysm!!!

I tried a white sheet for a cloud couch I scored for free! It had some issues I only needed to cover under the seats. Well I then discovered to that Amazon has faux linen for like $20 and it matches the couch style fabric even more!! Just an extra tip!

Wow you made that look really good and alot easier than trying to get this store bought cover on.

Patti Shoemaker- I bought two king size quilts to cover my L-sectional sofa. Bottom pillows are attached. How should I cut quilts to cover sofa. Quilt is very light. Bought as they were incredible good buy and were red, color I wanted. PLEASE HELP

Looks beautiful, but my family wiggles and squirms so much it would all come undone. But yours looks lovely. I enjoy watching your videos.

Any ideas for easy ways to keep the cover attached to the couch? But also easily removed to wash? This is a great idea. My issue is that it bunches / shifts when people sit on it so needs to be retucked constantly

Best cushion hack I, have seen!

So very cool..I will be doing this..I will make a small suggestion..if you get a pvc pipe.. about 2" opening on end..cut to fit length of the couch interior..and push it down between the dear cushion and the interior..it holds the fabric down better

@charleneferguson9250

5 жыл бұрын

Les Lie Deadmond GREAT advice.!

@cshula1

5 жыл бұрын

Excellent suggestion!

@ladylaw2686

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea

@roxannerodriguez7075

4 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Thank you 🤓

This is a great idea, thanks.

Very nice. Thank you!

Kind of late. your video is really helpful. Ironically the couch you are covering in video his our old couch from Speigels 43 years ago. Thanks for your tutorial.

love it so much .... love your style

I loved this tutorial. Do I do the same thing with a couch where the back cushions aren't removable?

I love this!!!

Looks wonderful! You make it look so easy. 😊

Love that good idea

My mistake is that I use one cover. I will get around to trying your method. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for sharing! I love all white too, and I have kids!!! It's been hard, but I love it, even with all the extra work to keep it up. :)

BEAUTIFUL!

Nice. Very clear in her instructions, I will definitely follow her lead. The covers look very nice. She either has interior designer experience, or she is just damn good. Either way, I like this vid. Thx!!!

awesome job!!!!

ROBIN! JUST SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL! IS YOUR IMAGINATION AND CREATIVITY FOR SALE???😊 LOVE THIS!

Nice job!

My Mom used to do the same thing!!

My sofa is a 4 pieces and on each side I have a recliner chair can u please tell how to fix it thanks

So easy and nice thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I JUST NOW sent this to my email address!😳😉😉Thank you for inspiring me!

I want to see an adult sit down on it and what it looks like when they get up.

@susanhoward5479

5 жыл бұрын

Me too , this will need tucking in every day.

@charleneferguson9250

5 жыл бұрын

And our dog! He thinks that the couch that I intend to do this project with is HIS couch! Ha. ( He's a Siberian Husky)

@12sisters1bride7

5 жыл бұрын

@@susanhoward5479 every day?more like everytime someone stands up.i did this years ago

@dianegreen6513

5 жыл бұрын

Donna my husband destroys my attempts at this, as when gets up, he doesn't just stand straight up. No he drags his arse forward, pulling out all the tucks. He also likes to lounge, starting from a sitting position, he leans back and lays down dragging the back down with him.

@tombarefootstours5667

5 жыл бұрын

My exact thought!

I'd love to see you try the chalk paint, you always have the best tutorials

Looks good.

Very nicely done tumb up thanks for sharing

Thanks for sharing Robin! This is an awesome hack! 😍

@daveywaves5325

5 жыл бұрын

It's not a hack!

I cover with quilts, looks great

Love it!

Love this

How do you keep them tucked in?

Can you show how to make a slip cover for a hide a bed/sleeper sofa please?

Hi Robin! Loving your channel. We recently bought new sofas and I was about to get rid of the sectional we had. But now I’m keeping them the sectional is only two years old Since then Iv changed our decor and brown just don’t work. Iv always wanted white sofas like the pottery barn sectional but with four kiddos no way. But this works perfectly I can just take off sheets and wash awesome! I love your ideas thanks!💚💚💚💚💚💚

@jadwigawarsaw5766

5 жыл бұрын

I got sofa with three pillows in the back. Pillows got flat . Any ideas.

@pattyallen5363

6 ай бұрын

Hello, I'm a retired Interior Designer and I've used all kinds of tricks over the years. I've also sewn my own slipcovers for the last 30 years, although the 2 Cindy Crawford and one PB ones I currently have already came with the covers. Anyway, I always hated the back cushions they come with for that very reason. They tend to get misshapen. To fix that problem I take the stuffing out and replace with all down feathers. I know that can get expensive because you need a lot but I scour yard sales, marketplace, goodwill, second hand stores etc and I collect down pillows until I have enough to make the switch. Many times I can find ugly pillows for cheap but the down inside is still useable. Down is not only sooo much more comfortable but you can also easily fluff them up without them ever losing shape. I rip them open and stuff the feathers into the cushions, which can get messy with feathers flying everywhere but they vacuum right up. Also if yours have slipcovers, the cushions should have a zippered cover underneath the actual slipcover and that's what you'd stuff the feathers into. After putting feathers in, i will usually just sew it closed at the end to prevent someone from accidentally opening it and have it raining feathers all over your house! Lol. I really hope this all makes sense and that it is of help to you. Good luck 😉@jadwigawarsaw5766

How much fabric did it take to create this slipcover?

Nice work, but once your children jump on them cushions you have to start all over again 😣☕

Im going to try this on my porch couch! Use Velcro to keep from having to fix it every time we sit on it. Thank you

thank you so much for reassuring I can do this 😂

love it...gonna give it a whirl

You can buy cheap elasticated fitted ones in all different colours

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This is genius!

I love a great deal!

Very very clever