Is it a chair?
Is it a slipcover?
Is it a chair covered by a slipcover that had big dreams of one day becoming more than just a piece of fabric and transformed itself into a chair?
Seriously.
I feel like there is a life lesson in here somewhere about reaching for the stars and being the best you that you could possibly ever be.
Even if you start out life as a textile. 🙂
Faux Chair Slipcover
Supplies:
chair cover
2 yards of fabric
double-sided fusible web
scissors
iron and ironing board
Step 1: Â Purchase slipcover
I bought slipcovers in a heavy cotton duck fabric to support the applique’.
Make sure whichever style you choose does not have a back enclosure because you will need to iron-on your chair outline to the back of the slipcover.
Step 2: Â Design your template
Draw a chair template onto a standard sheet of white paper.
You will need a chair top.
And a chair bottom.
Or….this website has a selection of pre-drawn templates to choose from.
Step 3: Â Enlarge your templates
I took these templates to a copy store and had them enlarged to 27″ x 27″.
You will need to cut out 3 chair bottoms, a chair top, a chair top/bottom combination and a chair seat…..so make several copies to make sure you have enough patterns.
Step 4: Â Cut out design from material
Pin template pattern to material and cut out 3 chair bottoms and one chair top and a chair seat.
Then cut out one large top/bottom combination for the back.
Step 5: Â Cut out double stick fusible webbing
Follow directions on the package.
Cut out fusible webbing and iron on the back of the material.
This webbing only comes in 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheets, so you will need to piece it together to completely cover the material cut-outs.
Then iron the cut-out of chair to the slipcover.
If you are reading this…..you probably already guessed that this was my entry into the “Creating With the Stars” contest.
Thank you so much for voting and supporting and being generally wonderful about the contest…..but it didn’t win.
Actually, it came in last place.
*sigh*
But there is always a silver lining I got to create fun easy project that only took an afternoon.
Perfect for a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills marathon.
And now all my other chairs have something to talk about. 🙂
Have a blessed and glorious day.
I KNEW this one had to be your project, therefore I voted it number 1. So sorry you didn't win. It is a charming project.
I voted for this one because I thought it was yous AND it was my favorite! I'm sorry you didn't win, it's a beautiful project and I love your bird plates too.
How could that not have won?!!...So very over the top creative Kari!!...Oh I can see the wheels turning in your head with more possibilities with that chair cover!!...
Well, obviously some people have no taste :) I love this project. Sometimes I feel just like a faux chair waiting to be a real chair, but then someone comes and sits on me and I decide I'd rather be a fly on the wall. Much more fun. Hugs, Laura
What!!!!! You didn't win?????? That just cannot be - because this was so the very best entry. I mean really, nothing else even came close. I love this.♥♥♥ Did the voting take place in Florida? Could there be a hanging chad issue? Is this the year 2000? I like winning. I'm going to hide in my closet and suck my thumb. You will know where to find me. We can discuss silver linings tomorrow. Just call me Scarlett.
my vote did come from florida and I hope they counted it! ;)
Oh too cute!! Not only do I love that cute chair I love the wall of plates with birds!!
Dang it! I even block voted. The Thistlewood faithful knew this was yours via the hints in the photo. That cover has lots of stylin' going on. BTW gave hubby the instructions for the clock. My baby girl needs one for her screened porch. Wish you could have seen his face.... You want me to do what?
Again I voted for your project, not knowing it was yours! I was bummed when I saw the results, I love your style! Chin up, you are a rock star!
I knew this one was yours! I can't believe it didn't win!!! I love this project! Keep 'em coming. You are still #1 with your readers! Have a great one!
Oh, that cannot be...your chair should have won....it was the best! It was like the little chair that could. Or, better yet, it was a Cinderella story for chairs! So sorry...sigh....I'd demand a recount! ;)
I would knock off your knock off any day. Bliss
I demand a recount!!!!! Seriously, I'm scratching my head ...
That may just be the cutest and most creative thing I've ever seen! Seriously, it makes me want to come sit down! So stinkin' cute!
Oh, well...some people just don't recognize genius :-) personally, I love this idea as I am all about chairs, chair forms, chair slipcovers....I have been having a love affair with chairs since the whole decorating thing started. My first love was a worn out wicker chair in an antique barn that my mama bought for me. I think I was 10 years old. We should reach for the stars...we are "His" textiles, He is the weaver weaving in good and bad, successes and failures, loving and losing into the humble fabric of our lives until the image of His grace becomes evident. The old story of how the piece looks all tangled, ragged and knotted from the bottom but then turned right side up reveals the beautiful picture that makes perfect sense is still true. So cute...this wanna be chair.
Any project that leaves room for a Real Housewives marathon is a good thing! I think Villa Blanca will be placing an order for 10 dozen of these - and Giggy would love to perch on one in his pink outfit! Kelly
I love this fun project, Karianne (and voted for it!)...but I also am in LOVE with those plates...
Beautiful! So cleverly done, I am shocked that it didn't win!
Aha! I thought this one was your project! I voted for you too. Sorry you didn't win. It is an adorable slipcover and I also love the plates on the wall.
I can't believe it! Your chair is simply adorable and I also love the plates! Your still a rock star in my book! ~~Angela
I totally knew this was your project, and I just plain loved it. I voted for you and can't believe you didn't win!!! You are my #1 decorating choice always. Love everything you do. By the way, those plates make me happy.
I can't believe you didn't win either, I think this is so clever and very cute!! Cynthia
Oh Miss Kari Anne, I actually voted this as my #1 pick :) I will be sharing this all over pinterest later this evening :) Because girl, you are a rockstar and don't ever forget it :)
So cute Kari! I guessed it was yours - I could tell from the photos - and I voted for ya! And I know how you feel about not winning. I entered my monogrammed pillow in a sewing competition and it didn't win. But I have no time for the other projects that would have needed to be made if I'd won round one. So it's all good :)
This is so adorable, I can't even begin to imagine why it didn't win. You do have the cutest ideas....:)) and, how is your sis doing.?
KariAnne, this is such an adorable way to dress up a folding chair. Congratulations on making it into the top 12 and winning the first round. You are an inspiration and a Rock Star Winner in my book. xo
I am disappointed! I wasn't 100% sure that this was yours, only 95%, but I loved it and voted for it. Loved the bird plates too. I have not gone over to see who did win yet , they were all good , but some were not very original. Yours was fresh, fun and something I haven't seen all over the place.
I'm shocked -- honestly and truly, this to me was the best, most creative and most clever project! I had to struggle to pick two others to vote along with it (both times). Oh well Karianne you are always a star in our eyes! Pinterest will be smokin' later today because of your chair :) I love your crazy, creative projects and I hope you keep 'em coming!! xoxo, Andrea
Beautiful! Pinned it!
I can't believe this wasn't a hands down winner. Well, whether it won or not YOU are a winner here in all of our eyes. It was a perfect project and you did a wonderful job on it- xo Diana
Karianne, I knew this was your work and I voted for you and it should not have come in last place. It is so creative! Great job on sharing the project with your tutorial. Joyous Wishes, Linda
I voted for your entries both times because they were the projects I actually intend to make! Great job!
I voted for you - sorry you didn't win. I do love the bird plates! Have you done a post on them yet - how about that "You are my sunshine" cube??? Love everything in the picture!
Such a cute project!! I can't believe you didn't win! Well, if WE were in charge, you would be number one EVERY DAY - as you ARE! :) Have a great day and enjoy the SUNSHINE!!!
I demand a recount =) Yes, it was my #1 vote and it the project is brilliant. Such a creative person, you are =)
last place?????? get outta town! No Way! It's so cute!!!! xoxo
Loved the chair and the wall grouping of birds..so creative and cute!
Oh man, I'm sorry. I apologize I didn't vote, but I didn't vote on any of them. I missed this round of voting. But last? No way. Those other projects must have been Project Olympic Gold status. No worries - look at the awesome chair you have and those plates are wayyyyy cool. xxoo
You have the best projects!! This is one of the cutest things I have seen in a long time. Thanks for sharing!
Hello Karianne!! I'm sad that your project didn't win-----BUT----- as you've noticed from your subscribers' comments--- we think--and we know--that YOU are a winner!!! That's why we're here--that's why we are reading YOUR blog--enjoying your creativity and charm and warmth--grateful for the hours you put into this blog--because WE--LOVE--IT!!! And you make our world a better, prettier, happier place!! THANK YOU Karianne!! Hugs! Lisa Hains p.s. I voted for your sweet project--I guessed it was yours--since it smacked of sophisticated prettiness and personality!
Should have won. Best of the rest. You ROCK girlfriend!
i loved that chair slipcover and i still do. i would never make it (diy challenged), but i would buy it and i would lust over it if we were neighbors and i was visiting for coffee.
You always amaze me, woman! I loved this project ... so sorry you didn't win. BUT, at least you inspired all of us!
I loved it and voted for it also, I was sure this was yours too (unlike the last time). You did a great job and had some fun, sorry you didn't win though. ~Diane
That is a great idea~ No matter how you placed, your idea is terribly creative and I like it. Hugs , cindy
That is such a cute idea! love it. Little Bit
I can't believe this!!! Demand a recount, seriously!!! Did they count all of our votes/???? Well, obviously they didn't see REAL talent staring them in the face:(:( XO, Pinky
Wow, Karianne, I'm totally impressed by what fabulous readers you have! They obviously believe in you BIG time....what a truly nice thing to see. You are SUPER talented and we were honored that you (a Rock Star :) even entered our little contest. Thank you AGAIN! Jess
This is such a cute idea! The poka-dot material is a fabulous choice and really makes the "chair" pop. Thanks for sharing Traci
Another adorable post! So clever, I am in awe. I just put your adorable blog on my blogroll.
Well I think she is a beauty! Have you ever seen those shirts that people wear to the beach that have a picture of a hot body on them but you know underneath that shirt, things look... a little different? This reminds me of those, but done in a pretty, tasteful way, and on a chair. :) (Found a pic! These things: https://www.pics22.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/sexy-bikini-body-t-shirt.jpg. hahaha.) But seriously, I am in love with your chair.
what a cute idea... by the way, I totally love the birds on the plates.. what an awesome look :)
Adorable..My step son in law would love those crow plates...
I love this project too...so sorry you didn't win...the wall of bird plates are so cute too...did you make those too??
Well I voted for your project, it is amazingly creative! You lost to some very tough projects, all were awesome. Buy I thought the chair silhouette took patience, thought and was outside of the box! All things you shine in! So you just shine-on Karianne! Shine-on! Patty/BC
Fun! Flirty! Full of whimsy and modern folk art humor! You win every day 'round these parts! Plus + really, really cool crows!
I love this chair cover. So cute and I've not seen this before. May have to try this. Susan @throughmyporchwindow.blogspot.com
Lovely. Tell us about the bird plates. I love them, too.
Win or no win, you rock, as did the chair-slipcover. I voted for you.
I love your darling slipcover! It reminds me of the tale of Goldilocks and The Three Bears. Your choice of black and white polka dots is perfect. I t loos so sweet and full of whimsy. Thank you for sharing, my friend. Smiles, Carolynn xo
Oh my This is just gorgeous! Just gorgeous, what a fabulous job you did girl!
You are MY hero. Favourite blog ever. Ever.
I love it! If u sold it ,I would buy it! Too cute!
This was so awesome...imaginative...adorable and simply FABULOUS and for those that did not see it that way...I suggest going to the Opthamologist : ) This creations is awesome...and I simply LOVE IT!!! It's FRESH and FUN just like it's creator! Sending hugs...love you!
LOVE this!! This was my "fave" too :)
Je découvre votre blog qui est magnifique. J'adore tout de votre maison. Félicitation!
I voted for you too.... I really find it hard to believe that your adorable project came in last - NO WAY JOSE
What a darling way to make a chair the best it can be! LOVE your black and white vignette! Last, really? I can't believe it! I love your attitude about the whole thing! You are a winner in my book KariAnne!
That looks fabulous! I love the chair! And I love the birds on the plates on the wall as well!
I just now found this post and I so love your chair... uh chair that is waiting to become a chair?