Monday, July 15, 2013

A Thrifty Makeover

I’ve had this swing for years and the cushions are not original but again, I’ve had them for years.  I wanted to give them a makeover.  I went on the search for fabric and couldn’t find any that I liked.  I finally realized that maybe I could find some sheets at a thrift store that would work.  I lucked out and found two twin flat sheets and a pillowcase.  I measured the cushions added, 5/8 of an inch, and stitched away.  The back has snaps to remove the slipcovers for washing.  Good thing since my cats enjoy a good catnap on them. 
                      before
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The right picture shows the pillowcase that I removed the seams and stitched to the striped fabric and whipped stitched closed.
The twin sheets $2.00 for 2, pillowcase for .25, small pillows $2.00 for 2, and the large bed pillows $6.00 for 2.  Total cost $10.25.  I love a good thrift store find.

2 comments:

  1. I like your thrifty find. It is so exciting to get a good deal.The fabric reminds me of ticking,very pretty.

    ~Karen

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    1. You are the very first person to comment on my blog. Thank you so much. Yes, it looks very much like ticking and is one reason why I like it so much.

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