What do you get when you buy 2 – $29.00 Ikea Ectorp chair Slipcovers and whatever
random slipcover parts you can find that match in the sale bins at Ikea??
…..PLUS, a SWEET helpful friend with AMAZING sewing skills?
You get (2) new chair slipcovers that are deconstructed and hacked
to fit your own pair of personal chairs.
Grand total: $65.00.
Here’s the original.
Here’s a horrible drawing to help you get a better idea of what took place.
Reasons why I decided to go this route- and a few you might consider.
1. The fabric. The Ektorp fabric is exactly what I wanted and it only cost $29.00
+ two other slip parts from the sale bin to do 1 chair.
2. BIG money savings.
3. The cording was all cut and sewn.
4. Amazingly…the majority of the body and length fit my chair. Even if it doesn’t…if you can sew
or you have friends that sews, you can deconstruct and save money… “MAKE IT WORK.”
My friend, the one who helped me… is deconstructing (even as I write) an ektorp
slipcover to fit a loveseat she owns. Can’t wait to see it completed!!
Photos of the process:
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Finished Product
I still need to steam andf press the covers
These chairs are so comfy!!! Plus, there is an added bonus…. they swivel, rock and glide!!!
Perfect for when I’ll be holding and rocking you know who???? 🙂 🙂
My sweet little Grandbaby!!!
beetree says
Very cute last picture- congrats on the upcoming blessing! And great project- well done!
Diana says
Looks great! And rocking grandbabies is the best!
bargain hoot says
Thank you Beetree and Diana…sooo excited!!!
Jeanette Van Wicklen says
hi rene!
i tried to send you an email but it bounced back saying your mailbox is full……let me know i have the right email addy….
bargain hoot says
Hi JVW!!
send it to bargainhoot@gmail.com 🙂 Thanks 🙂
A Few Pennies says
Love those slipcovers–gorgeous next to the white fireplace! –and congrats on upcoming event!
bargain hoot says
Thank you for your comment “A few Pennies”
kristin says
SO pretty and congrat’s! I love babies 🙂
XO
Kristin
bargain hoot says
Thank you Kristin!! So looking forward to that little one 🙂 xo