Slipcover? Check.
May 06, 2008
We've come a long way, baby. You were like one of those poor girls on What not to Wear, with your vintage 80's faux impressionist chintz and worn spots. Stacy, contorting her face with a grimace, and Clinton, rolling his eyes at the folks off-camera. You've got great curves, you're just not wearing the right clothes...
But you were a diamond in the rough. A $32 diamond. On sale. And I wasn't sure if there was room for you in my house, but I needed you. You were my little project. And girlfriend, we did ok.
We're done. It's been a swell adventure; one that reminded me why I don't attempt this every day. But worth it all the same. Look at you! You're strutting! You know you look good. 
Are you going to keep this up? Can you? Now that you know about hemlines and flattering your figure, playing up your assets? You will? OK, good. Because sister here isn't making you a new dress for a while. [roll credits]
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I made the monogram pillow for my sister months ago. She keeps forgetting to take it home with her, so maybe I should starting spelling my name with a K and claim it as my own. Because I'm liking it with the blue AB print. There's another project, I suppose.
I'm excited to move on to new projects. Dresses for Fidget? For me? Should I tackle my growing stack of vintage linens?
Maybe a few poolside cocktails in Arizona will help me decide. Oh, yes.
T-minus two days. Yeeehaw!
She came out perfect! Ahh what a $32 gem. Also-I appreciate that you refer to inanimate objects as though they have feelings! I once had a toaster in college who I named Oscar. He was temperamental...so, ya know- it only made sense!
Posted by: Lacey W. | May 06, 2008 at 11:38 PM
It looks great Chris! I personally like it simple with just the blue pillow. It all just pops! Good for you for getting it done!
Posted by: Rachel | May 07, 2008 at 12:24 AM
Okay love. You MUST teach me how to do this. I picked up a chair for Keegan's room last week that is dying for a makeover. Please help me!!!
Looks fabulous!!!
Posted by: Jade | May 07, 2008 at 01:26 AM
You are one talented lady! I LOVE that slipcover, so much better than the ones that slip and slide all around. Kudos!
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle Whitley | May 07, 2008 at 02:01 AM
Ah, it's gorgeous! Well done.
Posted by: Sarah | May 07, 2008 at 08:14 AM
Seriously impressive. Design magazine impressive.
Posted by: Amanda | May 07, 2008 at 08:28 AM
Oh, she's looking MORE than fine! And you need one of those initial cushions for yourself.
Don't you just love it when a plan comes together?
Posted by: Ali | May 07, 2008 at 08:49 AM
aw, K for kirsten! no?
she looks awesome, you did great.
Posted by: kirsten | May 07, 2008 at 09:09 AM
Hey, my name starts with a K, too. I'll fight Kirsten for it. LOL.
The girl looks great. You did a rockin' good job!
Have fun in Arizona. :o)
Posted by: nikko | May 07, 2008 at 09:27 AM
Awesome! You did a seriously great job!
Posted by: Randi | May 07, 2008 at 09:33 AM
Doing my best Stacy here..."Shut Up!".
Posted by: julie thompson | May 07, 2008 at 09:55 AM
she is gorgeous! as are the pillows. way to go, chris!
Posted by: erin | May 07, 2008 at 10:05 AM
FABULOUS!
And I looked for that vintage pattern and of course it was not where I thought it should be, but I'll keep looking.....
Cheers! L
Posted by: laeroport | May 07, 2008 at 10:15 AM
SO fabulous! Clinton and Stacy would be proud.
Posted by: Alicia A. | May 07, 2008 at 10:29 AM
she's seriously gorgeous! do I dare say that I prefer the view with just the fab pillow in blue? I luv it.
Posted by: stacy | May 07, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Love it........and your talent!
Posted by: Ladybug | May 07, 2008 at 10:50 AM
ooooooooo, that looks so good! Great Job! Oh how I wish I were going on vacation. I need a vacation.
Posted by: Mary | May 07, 2008 at 12:15 PM
Wow! You did it. I love the colors. They will look great in your front room. Guess we will have to hang out in there now! Can't wait for AZ!! See you tomorrow.
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 07, 2008 at 03:43 PM
I am dying! That is fabulous! Truly fabulous, gorgeous and beautiful. I LOVE it! Seriously!!
You did a fantastic job. I'm very impressed. I don't know if I have patience for projects like that.
And a great price, too.
Posted by: lera | May 07, 2008 at 04:47 PM
It's perfect!!!
Posted by: Jen b | May 07, 2008 at 06:47 PM
From "hippy-dippy-trippy" to absolutely fabulous! Your girl looks amazing, you must be so proud! I love it!
Posted by: tracy | May 07, 2008 at 07:09 PM
it looks perfect! shut UP!! and you better bring back lots of pics and cocktails for the rest of us!
Posted by: heidi | May 07, 2008 at 09:23 PM
Absolutely stunning! And I love the pillows, too! You are one talented chica!
Posted by: Melissa @ Breath of Life | May 07, 2008 at 09:33 PM
gorgeous!! i am so impressed. just lovely with the cushion & all!
Posted by: Candace | May 07, 2008 at 09:34 PM
As Stacy would say, SHUT UP! It's fabulous!
Posted by: Joanne (The Simple Wife) | May 08, 2008 at 08:29 AM
You did such a fantastic job on this!!
Posted by: beki | May 08, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Fantastic job! You are super talented my friend, :)
Posted by: Crystal | May 08, 2008 at 06:00 PM
i love it my yellowbelle!!! she is the perfect piece for your "girlie room". can't wait to see what you do next and i hope u r having fun! love, pretty momma
Posted by: pretty momma | May 09, 2008 at 12:23 AM
It looks amazing! I am SO impressed!!!
Posted by: Liz | May 10, 2008 at 10:42 PM
Beautifully Done!
Posted by: Hannah | May 11, 2008 at 12:01 PM
Gorgeous!
I'm so glad you rescued it.
It is a true gift to be able to see the potential in other people's cast-offs.
Great job!
Kimberly :)
Posted by: Niesz Vintage Home | May 24, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Wow, I'm impressed! My mom slipcovered a HUGE sofa of mine a couple of years ago and declared, "never again!" What type of fabric did you use? Cotton? Linen?
Posted by: Leslie | May 29, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Wow, I'm impressed! My mom slipcovered a HUGE sofa of mine a couple of years ago and declared, "never again!" What type of fabric did you use? Cotton? Linen?
Posted by: Leslie | May 29, 2008 at 01:43 PM