Has anyone tried to make a slipcover for a recliner? I have two ugly ones that are comfy and in good condition. Suggestions??
lousews
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I have lots of sewing experience and limited upholstery experience. But my first
slipcover, for a 3 cushion sofa, taught me that it is sometimes easier to upholster a
piece. Two years ago I decided to re-upholster a lazy boy chair in our family
condo in Florida. I did a bit of research first on the internet--did a google search--and checked out any information I could find. When I started the job, I was cautious about taking things apart and made detailed sketches as well as photos.I used the fabric pieces I removed for patterns and followed the same basic design used by the former owner who happened to do upholstery for a living! I was satisfied with the outcome. The most difficult part was putting the tilt mechanism back together properly and it is my understanding that this is where you are most likely to have difficulty.
As for slipcovering a lazy boy, the friction of the tilt operation may cause the cover to continually shift and loosen.
My experience WAS time consuming. It was completed during the second of two one week visits. I then realized that when I go to Florida I would rather golf than sew!
Thanks for the tips -- reupholstering seems to be the consensus. Good luck with your golf!
lousews
I haven't slipcovered a recliner, but I have upholstered 2 of them. Take apart carefully and use old cover for patterns. The trickiest part is the pin that holds the seat in place--the rest is no harder than any other similar job. Use a fabric that is longwearing and stable, but not vinyl since it tends to stretch with time. Good luck!
Dove
Thanks for sharing your experience. It sounds like reupholstering is the way to go. I'll give it a shot!
lousews
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