What to do when there are high winds and the threat of
thunderstorms? I get crafty and pull out projects kept for just such times.
With three cats (and three sons now flown from the nest) the furniture has a
bit of wear and tear. So, I came up with a way of covering up the damage and adding to my seasonal décor.
First project – updating the ottoman for the rocking chair –
I decided on one pattern, measured the ottoman and added a couple extra inches
to tuck under. At each corner, I sewed small strips of elastic to hold it in
place and… voila, a new cover.
Second project – this one took longer – I used ‘fat’
quilting squares and sewed them together to go around the sides. Taking a
remnant of the material used for the ottoman, I cut that to fit the top, with
extra for the hem. And… done.
I don’t think upholstering will be a second career, but I
like the results and am already looking for material that will fit with my
winter/Christmas decorations so I can do more over Thanksgiving.
Bonus? Panda Bear approves. I think.
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