Well done Steph, i cover couches and have done for years, but the professional way, but i was truly inspired by your talent, i am so glad a young person as yourself has shown people especially college students they don't have to spend thousands of pounds to change a sofa, again well done, i take my hat off to you. Anne.
Wow, thanks Anne! Upholstery is a beautiful trade and one that I admire. I love contrast piping getting creative with mixing fabrics. Thanks for commenting! Where is your shop?
@@stephyoungren thank you very much. Lol now if I can jus figure how to do it with a sectional leather couch my crazy cat keeps jumping on it I’m afraid my nice couch with be destroyed in a few months if I don’t come up with a plan.
@@susanabushaban2719 oh no! That’s no good. Just fyi The upholstery pins I use here will puncture the leather so just know that if you plan to use those specifically. They are better suited for fabric, not leather :/ Just want you to be aware beforehand!
I must try this on my ugly floral couches! I have material for reupholstering but was quoted $3500 to get it done professionally. I also struggled to find slipcovers that would look nice. This solution is PERFECT especially with the pins! You’re a lifesaver!!
May I just say THANK YOU for showing us every step of the process, unlike other videos I’ve seen. The finished product looks excellent. You did a fine job. I learn by visual example so this is something I can and will do. I’m excited! Love your guitars on the wall too-rock on, girl! 😎🎸💋
This was inspirational. I was given an armchair from work. It's blue, but I wanted a grey colour. I was thinking of upholstery, but after watching this I'll get some fabric and the upholstery pins (first time I've heard of these ... game changer lol) and try a few creative experiments. Thanks again.
I bought my drop cloths at harbor freight they were seamless and I washed them and put them in the dryer to make my sectional sofa out of two twin mattresses
I’m so glad I found this! I have a stretchy sofa cover thats a few years old and works great but I’m tired of the color and had been planning to try to remove the color and dye it, but it’s polyester so I have doubts that I’ll be able to fully remove the color and get the color I want. But drop cloth can be dyed!!!! I’m gonna do this!!!!
Thank you for such a clear brilliant solution! Years ago I went to a big box hone improvement store and bought painters drop cloth to sew slip covers for my sofa, it never got done! Yours looks brilliant!
Thank you so much! My dogs are slobs abd have destroyed my couches. At this point I just want something to cover it and that I can take off and wash. This is really helpful!
I have dogs too. Yesterday I successfully cleaned my sofas (after good vacuuming ) w a friggen glass pot lid. Yup, vids on yt. I wrapped lid tightly with a steamy hot towel (repeatedly). You can see filth on towel as u apply lid to couch in circular motion. Yt vids offer various diy soap concoctions. I soaked my towels in hot water w Dawn / Borax. Now covering brand new looking furniture for dogs.
I would like to let you know how much I enjoyed this video…and thank you for listing all the products below what a life and time saver for me….I just subscribed and will be enjoying your other videos…💗💗💗
Ive also been making white cotton damask removeable covers for my sofas since 1992. When someone sits one your sofa it will all come undone. Luckily its a pale neutral colour and you could simply cover the seat with a white throw, tucked under the back cushions. Then another throw along the back of the sofa, white or faux fur. It would be much easier for you and look the same 😊 🌺🇬🇧
Instead of pins , velcro tape may be more useful. Somehow, the tucked part never stays in place as the body weight pulls the cloth out . I am still looking for a solution to it
I wonder if the drop cloth can be bleached out even lighter for a white look instead of beige without hurting the canvas? Just thinking for my style. You did a phenomenal job. 👍
Sending you cyber hugs for this video .thank you so much for sharing it. I was scratching my head on how I was going to attach the drop cloth . I had never heard of those pins before but now I am gonna buy them. I love your channel and I am gonna sub.
WOW....where have these pins been all my life? I never knew they existed until I watched your video. I really thought, I'm going to have to order these from the states so I was a little surprised to discover that I can buy them from amazon UK. Time to cover my horrible chair with a drop cloth until I get the cash to but a new one.
This is exactly what I'm looking for. I currently have blankets on my couch, but they never stay in place & it's multiple non-matching blankets so doesn't look the greatest. Can you clarify how to take the measurement though? Thanks!!
Okay ....well yeah! you just saved me tons of money and stress...... GOSH... thank you does not seem to really say what I need to express..... Om namah shivayah, we bless your existence
Definitely don’t use the pins! I’m not sure of another approach since I have a fabric sofa. Maybe look into Velcro or heavy duty double sided tape? Although those might leave a residue behind… anyone else have suggestions for Ann?
I’ve seen safety pins used. Just have to pin the fabric together from the underside, setting the safety pins in the folds so you keep the shape of the wrapped area.
Great tutorial! My couch has arms like your couch, which don’t come all the way to the front. So glad to see how you handled that situation. Just on general principles, cover or not, I will never again buy a couch that doesn’t have square lines. LOL. 😎❤️ Question: could the drop cloths be dried in a dryer with just air, no heat? I have a 1/2 size washer so I will have to go to a laundromat and the thought of lugging large wet material is daunting. BTW, I have heard that rinsing with vinegar added softens the drop cloths. ???
Lol yes the “T-cushion” sofa is now a purchase I regret! I couldn’t find any premade cover that accommodated this style so therefore took matters into my own hands. Hm that is a good question.. I have not tried that and can’t really give a good answer. If you do try it out, please let us all know how it goes and if it maintains it’s size. I think it would helpful to others in a similar situation. I have also heard vinegar is a good fabric softener! I have only used it for towels but don’t see why it couldn’t work for the drop cloth as well. Hope this helps and good luck with yours!!
Hm for the seat area maybe a long dowel that you can tuck under the main back seam? That might help lock it in place. And then maybe do some small hand stitching on the sides to keep it in place? Or those small button snaps you can hand sew onto the sides. Not totally sure if that would work but just some ideas!
Im going to give this a try. Thank you for sharing. How sturdy are the pins? I have 2 older dogs they're pretty chill but im just worried about it falling off and one of then stepping on a loose pin.
They hold well from my experience, but always test them yourself to make sure they will work for your situation! I don’t have kids or dogs so I’m not experienced with those concerns.
Tina , if you have dogs or toddlers, please don't use pins anywhere around them.There are lots of other DIY videos about how to stitch sofa covers, and some are very easy to make.Give it a try.
This looks very practical and useful, and I think it's perfect for times when you have to sleep on the couch. The only thing I don't like about covering it that way is that you lose a lot of the aesthetic value of the piece. For example, my sofa is a Bellini sofa from Manhattan Home Design and one of the things I like the most about it is its tan leather upholstery, but anyway, in cold weather I usually cover it with blankets to try and make it cozier. I think I'll start doing it the way you do it. Thanks for the tutorial!
Are your measurements with the 24” added or before you added the 24”? My measurements are 160x98 which is close to yours so just wondering if I can go with the 9x12 as well. Thanks! ❤
nice job, and great video. No wasted chatter and you do a great job with editing, etc. Love this. PS I love your couch. I know you don't like it, but it's just what I'm looking for. Can you share a link or info on it? Thank you.
Id say to use one cloth per section and just tuck and pin the seam rather than going over the seam where they connect if that makes sense. Best of luck!
This is SO helpful since it would cost alot for me to reupholster my sofa. What size was your sofa ? Mine is about 7ft so I'm not sure if I need a bigger drop cloth or the size that you listed in the description.
Hello, to order sufficient fabric do we add 200cm (2 meters) to the length of the couch as well as the measurement from the bottom of the back of the couch to the bottom of the front? These are the 2 measurements we work with?
Hi Sheila. I’d recommend adding roughly 2ft (60cm) to the length and width of your couch measuring the way I described in the video. This is just a rough estimate to make sure you have enough fabric to work with… best of luck!
They are upholstery pins. I’ve linked them in the description. I don’t have kids, but I’d imagine they would pull on them! Plus they are pokey/sharpe so I’d be cautious around the kiddos
I wasn’t really following your measuring tactic, are you supposed to take multiple measurements of one side i.e. “measure from ground to the top of the arm rest and back down” that part i wasn’t completely following, care to clarify??
Yes multiple measurements are needed. Measure from the ground to the top of the arm rest. Top of arm rest down to the seat cushion. Across entire seat from left to right. And then continue the same measurements on the other side by going up from seat cushion to top of arm. Top of arm down to ground. Basically you need the linear measurements of the length and width.
Sorry just rewatched the video and that's a "Shark Navigator® Lift-Away® Deluxe Upright Vacuum." Mine came with the attachment, but I noticed if you purchase online it doesn't for some reason. The attachment is the pet power brush. I got mine years ago at target.. hope that helps!
I was looking for a pet protector for my leather sofas, all the pet protectors are so ugly and doesn’t protect side from scratches, this is a way better solution, thanks for the fold ideas I don’t have to cut anything.
Well done Steph, i cover couches and have done for years, but the professional way, but i was truly inspired by your talent, i am so glad a young person as yourself has shown people especially college students they don't have to spend thousands of pounds to change a sofa, again well done, i take my hat off to you. Anne.
Wow, thanks Anne! Upholstery is a beautiful trade and one that I admire. I love contrast piping getting creative with mixing fabrics. Thanks for commenting! Where is your shop?
@@stephyoungren Hi was the fabric enough to fully cover the back
@@susanabushaban2719 yes I had so much excess that I just tucked it under.
@@stephyoungren thank you very much. Lol now if I can jus figure how to do it with a sectional leather couch my crazy cat keeps jumping on it I’m afraid my nice couch with be destroyed in a few months if I don’t come up with a plan.
@@susanabushaban2719 oh no! That’s no good. Just fyi The upholstery pins I use here will puncture the leather so just know that if you plan to use those specifically. They are better suited for fabric, not leather :/ Just want you to be aware beforehand!
I must try this on my ugly floral couches! I have material for reupholstering but was quoted $3500 to get it done professionally. I also struggled to find slipcovers that would look nice. This solution is PERFECT especially with the pins! You’re a lifesaver!!
May I just say THANK YOU for showing us every step of the process, unlike other videos I’ve seen. The finished product looks excellent. You did a fine job. I learn by visual example so this is something I can and will do. I’m excited! Love your guitars on the wall too-rock on, girl! 😎🎸💋
lol thank you! Can’t take credit for the guitars as those are my husbands. Best of luck I hope your couch gets a new lease on life
@@stephyoungren Thank you!
This was inspirational. I was given an armchair from work. It's blue, but I wanted a grey colour. I was thinking of upholstery, but after watching this I'll get some fabric and the upholstery pins (first time I've heard of these ... game changer lol) and try a few creative experiments. Thanks again.
It’s exist and common but maybe not in states .
It’s good for homes with kids.
Save couch.
Looks good but really nicely done .
Just an observation.
I bought my drop cloths at harbor freight they were seamless and I washed them and put them in the dryer to make my sectional sofa out of two twin mattresses
Love that!
Hi Mary, do you have a picture of how the outcome looks?
I do have a picture but I'm having a hard time trying to upload it to UA-cam
I’m so glad I found this! I have a stretchy sofa cover thats a few years old and works great but I’m tired of the color and had been planning to try to remove the color and dye it, but it’s polyester so I have doubts that I’ll be able to fully remove the color and get the color I want. But drop cloth can be dyed!!!! I’m gonna do this!!!!
Hi.. FYI.. try a spatchula to push fabric into cushions.. it makes it so incredibly easy.. Thanks for sharing
Great idea. Thanks for the tip 👌
Stellar idea for couch cover! I was thinking my hands would start hurting too so maybe pushing that in with wooden spoon or a paint stick. 🙏💯
Inspired. I did my couch or almost finished. It looks so awesome. Thanks for sharing those twisty tacks that made all the difference.
Thank you for such a clear brilliant solution! Years ago I went to a big box hone improvement store and bought painters drop cloth to sew slip covers for my sofa, it never got done! Yours looks brilliant!
Love it. I hate the couches I have and this is so easy and looks chic on the cheap! Thanks so much! ❤
Nice work! This PERFECT for pet owners.
Thank you, I was just about to buy a new sofa...been brain busting to choose what I want but ill try this for now ! Wow looks great !
just found you and i have to say this is the best tutorial for this that I've seen
Wow thank you so much!
Thank you so much! My dogs are slobs abd have destroyed my couches. At this point I just want something to cover it and that I can take off and wash. This is really helpful!
I have dogs too. Yesterday I successfully cleaned my sofas (after good vacuuming ) w a friggen glass pot lid. Yup, vids on yt. I wrapped lid tightly with a steamy hot towel (repeatedly). You can see filth on towel as u apply lid to couch in circular motion. Yt vids offer various diy soap concoctions. I soaked my towels in hot water w Dawn / Borax. Now covering brand new looking furniture for dogs.
Great job! This is just what I needed. Love the drop cloth material and color. Will try with my couch. I will do this as soon as I can get to homedepo
Drop cloth is genius! I’m going to go Home Depot asap!
I've not seen apolestry pins since I was a child. I forgot they existed. Thank-you ❤
I would like to let you know how much I enjoyed this video…and thank you for listing all the products below what a life and time saver for me….I just subscribed and will be enjoying your other videos…💗💗💗
Just fold some throw blankets and put them on the arms...I love designing on a dime great job
It works! Thanks for watching
Ive also been making white cotton damask removeable covers for my sofas since 1992. When someone sits one your sofa it will all come undone. Luckily its a pale neutral colour and you could simply cover the seat with a white throw, tucked under the back cushions. Then another throw along the back of the sofa, white or faux fur. It would be much easier for you and look the same 😊 🌺🇬🇧
The upholstery pins keep it in place so it didn’t come undone after I added those!
Well done you!! I am impressed....you made it look so easy and it looks great! Will give it a try.
Surely when you sit on the sofa and move around the fabric would pull at those pins?
It stays put really well
@@stephyoungren thanks that’s good to know
Instead of pins , velcro tape may be more useful.
Somehow, the tucked part never stays in place as the body weight pulls the cloth out . I am still looking for a solution to it
The tucked part always come out. I am still looking for a solution to it. The drop cloth cover looking good.
I wonder if the drop cloth can be bleached out even lighter for a white look instead of beige without hurting the canvas? Just thinking for my style. You did a phenomenal job. 👍
used this today....such an amazing tutorial!! thank u sm
This amazing!! I was about to sell my fairly old couch which does not suit the vibe of my house but this would definitely solve my problem
Yay! It will take on a whole new look 🙌
Thanks for sharing. I was thinking about upholstery but this is much easy. Thanks for sharing ❤
Thanks. I found it and it's ordered.
Hope you like it!
Really amazing easy and quick.very neat indeed.
Thank you for the bright idea!
Thank you so much for this! I have kids. This is a lifesaver.
Wow ! It looks absolutely beautiful ! Great job girl !!
That looks very nice and more people should think out side the box to save money in these times.Goodcfor college students who are short on funds.
This was one of the best video I seen, thank you!!!
Thanks for showing us this ! Looks great but I have a leather couch and chair and I wouldn’t want to push those pins into the leather .
Sending you cyber hugs for this video .thank you so much for sharing it. I was scratching my head on how I was going to attach the drop cloth . I had never heard of those pins before but now I am gonna buy them. I love your channel and I am gonna sub.
What a sweet comment! Thanks for joining along my journey 🤍
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I did this but I have an L couch so it took extra enginuety. It worked so well need more pins!! It also took two instead of one for me.
Oh great job! I’m sure it looks amazing 🤩
WOW....where have these pins been all my life? I never knew they existed until I watched your video. I really thought, I'm going to have to order these from the states so I was a little surprised to discover that I can buy them from amazon UK. Time to cover my horrible chair with a drop cloth until I get the cash to but a new one.
The pins will change your life 👏
I did it!!! thank you! Yours is one of the best vids! and the upholstry screws were amazing! Thank you
Yay! So happy it worked for you. Those pins are 🙌
@@stephyoungren Holy cow! AWESOME HAIR!
@@chrissy1310 hahaha thanks, if only I took the time to curl it more often
This is an excellent hack, just loved it! Coz I don't like all that cutting and sewing job.😁
This is exactly what I'm looking for. I currently have blankets on my couch, but they never stay in place & it's multiple non-matching blankets so doesn't look the greatest.
Can you clarify how to take the measurement though? Thanks!!
I wonder if I can do this with a wingback chair
Love it i wish she could do the drop cloth curtain or dye them
Great job!! Now I know what I can do with my ugly couch.
Clever girl ! Thank you , this is just what I needed.
Of course! Glad it helped
Thanks for sharing looks so nice where can we get the pins
Pins from Amazon linked in description!
@@stephyoungren thank you
Awesome directions and fast.Whats the name of the music? thanks in advance
Very nice tailored look.
Very neat idea. I basically did this with my brother's old couch but I didn't have those pins. Definitely going to order them
The pins are a game changer
What are the pins called?
Okay ....well yeah! you just saved me tons of money and stress...... GOSH... thank you does not seem to really say what I need to express..... Om namah shivayah, we bless your existence
Happy I could be of service 😎
Instead of ouns ,could i use a staple gun ,if yes ,whats the best one ti use.?
I’d recommend the pins!
i love it but i have a leather oversize detachable sectional . how can i pin it coz i cant stick the pin in the couch
Definitely don’t use the pins! I’m not sure of another approach since I have a fabric sofa. Maybe look into Velcro or heavy duty double sided tape? Although those might leave a residue behind… anyone else have suggestions for Ann?
I’ve seen safety pins used. Just have to pin the fabric together from the underside, setting the safety pins in the folds so you keep the shape of the wrapped area.
Thank you. Very creative. Good job!!!
Thanks!
Great tutorial! My couch has arms like your couch, which don’t come all the way to the front. So glad to see how you handled that situation. Just on general principles, cover or not, I will never again buy a couch that doesn’t have square lines. LOL. 😎❤️
Question: could the drop cloths be dried in a dryer with just air, no heat? I have a 1/2 size washer so I will have to go to a laundromat and the thought of lugging large wet material is daunting. BTW, I have heard that rinsing with vinegar added softens the drop cloths. ???
Lol yes the “T-cushion” sofa is now a purchase I regret! I couldn’t find any premade cover that accommodated this style so therefore took matters into my own hands.
Hm that is a good question.. I have not tried that and can’t really give a good answer. If you do try it out, please let us all know how it goes and if it maintains it’s size. I think it would helpful to others in a similar situation.
I have also heard vinegar is a good fabric softener! I have only used it for towels but don’t see why it couldn’t work for the drop cloth as well.
Hope this helps and good luck with yours!!
@@stephyoungren Thanks for the reply. If I have any success w washing/drying, I’ll post.
Have a good holiday!*️⃣
Looks great, but is this drop cloth soft?
Yes its nice for the couch. Not too stiff or scratchy
Thats so cute.Good job
Thanks!
Great video, I am concerned my dog will try to eat the pins, any other suggestions on how to secure the material?
Hm for the seat area maybe a long dowel that you can tuck under the main back seam? That might help lock it in place. And then maybe do some small hand stitching on the sides to keep it in place? Or those small button snaps you can hand sew onto the sides. Not totally sure if that would work but just some ideas!
Great idea! But, can you still sit on it without the weight pulling off the safety pins?
Yes! Because they are a corkscrew style, they hold in place really well
It's fabulous a brilliant transformation. Thankyou for the tips 👌
Thanks for sharing .lt makes life easier.
Thanks really nice folds
you are brilliant.
I love your t-shirt!😍 💕
Thanks!
Im going to give this a try. Thank you for sharing. How sturdy are the pins? I have 2 older dogs they're pretty chill but im just worried about it falling off and one of then stepping on a loose pin.
They hold well from my experience, but always test them yourself to make sure they will work for your situation! I don’t have kids or dogs so I’m not experienced with those concerns.
Tina , if you have dogs or toddlers, please don't use pins anywhere around them.There are lots of other DIY videos about how to stitch sofa covers, and some are very easy to make.Give it a try.
Thank you.
This is great. For those with a sewing machine, a boxy cover for each arm would be a further improvement and would be washable.
Soo going to try this ! ❤
Thnku ❤️
How do you keep it clean with that light color?
Just remove it and throw it in the wash!
This looks very practical and useful, and I think it's perfect for times when you have to sleep on the couch. The only thing I don't like about covering it that way is that you lose a lot of the aesthetic value of the piece. For example, my sofa is a Bellini sofa from Manhattan Home Design and one of the things I like the most about it is its tan leather upholstery, but anyway, in cold weather I usually cover it with blankets to try and make it cozier. I think I'll start doing it the way you do it. Thanks for the tutorial!
A Bellini sofa?! I’m jealous 🤩 I wouldn’t use the upholstery pins I recommended on leather bc they will leave a hole. Might just have to tuck it in.
Are your measurements with the 24” added or before you added the 24”? My measurements are 160x98 which is close to yours so just wondering if I can go with the 9x12 as well. Thanks! ❤
Hi! Sorry for the late reply. My measurements are the overall so it includes the 24”. I think the 9x12 would be great for your sofa. Hope that helps!
nice job, and great video. No wasted chatter and you do a great job with editing, etc. Love this. PS I love your couch. I know you don't like it, but it's just what I'm looking for. Can you share a link or info on it? Thank you.
Thank you! The couch is from Article. Not the most comfortable just a heads up.
Thanks so much. This looks amazing. I really needed this info. Your instructions are so clear
Any recommendation on how to proceed with a sectional like this?
Id say to use one cloth per section and just tuck and pin the seam rather than going over the seam where they connect if that makes sense. Best of luck!
This is SO helpful since it would cost alot for me to reupholster my sofa. What size was your sofa ? Mine is about 7ft so I'm not sure if I need a bigger drop cloth or the size that you listed in the description.
My sofa was about 7.5ft so I think the same size would work well for yours!
Hello, to order sufficient fabric do we add 200cm (2 meters) to the length of the couch as well as the measurement from the bottom of the back of the couch to the bottom of the front? These are the 2 measurements we work with?
Hi Sheila. I’d recommend adding roughly 2ft (60cm) to the length and width of your couch measuring the way I described in the video. This is just a rough estimate to make sure you have enough fabric to work with… best of luck!
Great job! I'm doing it. Thanks! :)
This video saved my fiancé from hearing me complain about our couch cover for the forty fifth time
🙌
👏🏾👏🏾 inspiring
Amazing what you call these pins?? And please someone tell me are these child friendly. I am afraid if My toddler will try to pull it
They are upholstery pins. I’ve linked them in the description. I don’t have kids, but I’d imagine they would pull on them! Plus they are pokey/sharpe so I’d be cautious around the kiddos
@@stephyoungren thank you your response
How did you know how big of a drop cloth to buy?
I added 2’ on each side and got the closest one to that dimension
LOOKS GREAT
Thank you!
I loved this video! I was gonna ask where did you get your pillows?
All from Etsy!
Great video 🙌🏻 great hack . Thanks for sharing. Watching from Australia 🇦🇺
Beautiful
Thank you
Great job.
Nice video! thank you. You made it look so easy.
That was a great idea. Definitely will be tryin.
thank you soooooo much!
Where did you get the drop cloth?
Linked in the description!
Great job!
Thanks so much! I love your content and subscribed.😍
Happy to have you!
Looks great - thank you!
I wasn’t really following your measuring tactic, are you supposed to take multiple measurements of one side i.e. “measure from ground to the top of the arm rest and back down” that part i wasn’t completely following, care to clarify??
Yes multiple measurements are needed. Measure from the ground to the top of the arm rest. Top of arm rest down to the seat cushion. Across entire seat from left to right. And then continue the same measurements on the other side by going up from seat cushion to top of arm. Top of arm down to ground. Basically you need the linear measurements of the length and width.
Steph, What vacuum do you have ? Did it come with that couch vacuum attachment ?
Hi are you referring to the fabric shaver I used? It’s linked above :)
@@stephyoungren Your vacuum cleaner...that you vacuumed your sofa with.
Sorry just rewatched the video and that's a "Shark Navigator® Lift-Away® Deluxe Upright Vacuum." Mine came with the attachment, but I noticed if you purchase online it doesn't for some reason. The attachment is the pet power brush. I got mine years ago at target.. hope that helps!
@@stephyoungren ok. ty ..I have that same vacuum but, not the pet lift away. I couldn't see the vacuum ( up close )...only the pet lift away.
Fantastic
Can’t wait to try this
What kind of white are your walls?
Swiss coffee
I was looking for a pet protector for my leather sofas, all the pet protectors are so ugly and doesn’t protect side from scratches, this is a way better solution, thanks for the fold ideas I don’t have to cut anything.
Excellent job!
Thank you!!