Why sofa covers are in demand
A sofa cover significantly extends the service life of the upholstery of its cushions, armrests and back, and it also protects from dust and stains. In addition, beautiful fabric bedspreads with fashionable prints and various patterns can be the finishing touch to the appearance of a room designed in a particular design style.
New bedspreads are presented in the catalog - from a photo of a bedspread for a sofa, made in a certain interior, you can easily understand whether this cover will suit the decor of your own home.
What do you need for sewing?
A DIY cover for your corner sofa is considered the most difficult to make. But in general, having understood the drawings and diagrams, you can easily understand how the whole process should take place. For work, you should prepare all materials in advance, such as:
- sewing machine;
- overlog;
- textile;
- threads;
- decoration elements.
It’s good that now there is a huge assortment of fabrics in stores, and the cover for your sofa can fully meet your desires.
Choose a material that can serve you for a long time, is easy to wash and absorbs moisture well.
Scheme for a corner sofa
On a simple sofa
Next, you should understand the drawings and draw up your own, based on the calculations of the sofa. The sofas come with large throws, so be prepared for the fact that you will have to tinker with the fabric a lot. In general, if you make the correct calculations, there should be no misunderstandings regarding the results of sewing.
You can draw your own drawing
General rules for choosing sofa covers
Having decided to buy bedspreads for upholstered furniture, you should know how to choose the right bedspread for an armchair and sofa. As for the quality of textiles and fabric patterns that are organic to a specific interior, there will be no difficulties - capes are presented in a wide range.
Capes are purchased in styles, colors and sizes that will correspond to the intended role of the blanket: for example, bedspreads made of silky, smooth fabrics are good as an element of decoration, and if the furniture is actively used, then practical tapestry, flock, acrylic, velor are preferable.
Tips for choosing
Having decided to purchase such an interesting detail as a bedspread for a corner sofa, you should pay attention to some nuances
- First of all, the cover must fully correspond to the overall interior of the room where the sofa is located. For example, if in addition to it there is antique furniture or objects in the room, then a bedspread made of modern fabrics will look completely out of place.
- The patterns of the bedspread should also be combined with the patterns on the curtains.
- If the bedspread is selected for a sofa with a bar or a shelf, then it would be better to make an individual order for its sewing.
- If a person is afraid of making a mistake in choosing a color, he should buy bedspreads with neutral colors. They will help create a unified style in the room.
- Be sure to measure the dimensions of the sofa. After all, if you buy a bedspread that is too small for a large sofa, it will not look very nice.
Basic criteria for choosing capes
To ensure that bedspreads for upholstered furniture fit into the theme of the overall style of the room, do not seem like a visually unnecessary element, and at the same time become an organic and integral part of the design, it is recommended to pay attention to the following criteria:
Color scheme for the walls - to go with bright wallpaper, it is better to buy a plain blanket, or with a pattern that matches them in color; if the walls are neutral and the wallpaper is without a pattern, almost any blanket will do.
In a children's room, where all the interior items are in light colors, it would be appropriate to buy a bright bedspread with a print depicting the child's favorite cartoon characters.
In a classic style, fur capes in natural shades will be harmonious; if the design of the room is colonial, then velvet bedspreads are perfect.
The quality and properties of the fabric - the ergonomics of the bedspread depends on the material, so the fabric is selected based on the purpose of the room.
For the living room and children's room, it is worth purchasing, for example, solid tapestry capes or ones made using the patchwork technique (sewn from scraps) - that is, resistant to shedding, fading under the influence of sunlight and external mechanical influence.
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If small children and pets live in the apartment, capes made of thick fabrics are recommended.
Bedspreads for upholstered furniture should be easily washed from any dirt.
Covers should, if possible, match the size of armchairs and sofas - in order to emphasize their shapes and not visually “clutter” the room. Dimensions are especially important if it is a bedspread for a corner sofa.
Having decided what to follow when choosing covers for a soft set, you can go shopping and choose suitable bedspreads based on their purpose in your apartment.
Cut options
Capes differ not only in color and material, the designs are also different. The following models are popular:
- Bedspreads are rectangular in shape and standard size. They can cover a sofa, armchair, bed, or hide while sleeping. They are made from different materials and come in a wide variety of colors.
- Blankets are one of the options for capes. Such products are sewn from acrylic, fleece, wool, microfiber, in different sizes and colors. If you choose the right blanket for your sofa, it will not only protect the upholstery, but will also become an interior decoration. Soft, fluffy and warm, it can also be used as a rug or blanket.
- Covers with elastic are convenient for active use of the sofa, as well as in a house where there are children. The products do not slip and do not need to be constantly adjusted.
- Stretch covers - designed for corner sofas and furniture of non-standard shape, sewn to order. Most often they consist of several elements: for the seat, armrests, backrest. One of the variations of this model is Euro covers made of elastic fabric. They are universal, suitable for sofas of different sizes, as they can stretch.
Capes and blankets usually cover only the seat and back, leaving the armrests exposed. In some cases, they can partially cover the upholstery, the main thing is that there is harmony in color. If you know how to beautifully cover a sofa, you can choose an oversized bedspread. It will hang down to the floor, cover the armrests or even the back surface of the backrest. Sometimes it is thrown at an angle or diagonally.
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Carpets for sofas and armchairs, the so-called sofa decks, are also popular. They are sewn from dense but pleasant-to-touch fabric; they usually use dark colors with patterns, so dirt on such coverings is hardly noticeable.
Carpets are not suitable for all interior styles - they look best in a rustic or ethnic style.
Cover
Plaid
Cape with elastic band
Tension cover
Divandecks
Purpose of sofa covers - nuances of choice
Based on the role of bedspreads for upholstered furniture in a given room, nuances must be taken into account.
So that the furniture does not get dirty, the hair of cats and dogs does not stick to it, and pets do not tear it with their claws - chairs and sofas are protected with capes, therefore - they must be made of dense, durable fabric that can be easily washed and dried in a few hours.
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If the purpose of the bedspread is to decorate the room, emphasize the features of the interior design, or become a bright accenting element of a certain area of the room (for example, in a studio apartment), it should be chosen by color and pattern.
If upholstered furniture is used intensively every day, the covers for armchairs and sofas must be very durable - neither become thin nor have decor in the form of fringe, stripes, etc.
In addition, brocade and silk, for example, are not suitable for these purposes - they are beautiful, but such capes tend to slide off pieces of furniture - they will be extremely inconvenient to use.
How to sew a sofa cover yourself
Selection of sizes and shapes
Some owners replace the upholstery, but many prefer to purchase a removable cover. This option is convenient and easy to replace. It is better to sew a product for the sofa yourself in 2 variations, for example, for everyday life and holidays. For special occasions, upholstered furniture can be decorated with bright capes.
In this case, the living room will receive a special appearance. More practical upholstery is perfect for everyday use. The photo below shows a variety of models of covers and capes with different shapes and unusual designs. Before sewing a cover yourself, you should consider the size and shape. There are models that completely cover pieces of furniture, backs, handrails and legs. The fabric will completely cover all parts of the product, and will also create the illusion of a flying and intact product. Such items are good for homes that are decorated in classic, English, romantic and modern styles. An element such as click-clack would also work well.
For those who value practicality in covers made exactly to the size of pieces of furniture, or a model that consists of armrests and a seat. Flounces, ruffles and many different bows would be inappropriate. A practical solution would be pockets on the side of the case and on the armrests, which will also serve as decoration and as a kind of “shelves” for storing necessary, useful things. Relaxing while reading is a favorite pastime of many people, and therefore you can put a book, newspaper, glasses and favorite magazines in your pocket. The models are suitable for various styles, for example, high-tech, country, modern and rustic. The option will be quite successful if you bought a click-klyak sofa for your home.
The dimensions of the case will depend on the style, owner requirements and shape. It is worth considering the fact that if the product will only partially cover the sofa, then the color must be in harmony with the pieces of furniture. If the sofa is completely covered with a cape, then the color will not play a role and you only need to take into account the overall room design. If you are planning to sew a cover for a corner sofa yourself? It is worth considering the fact that in this case a little more fabric will be needed, and the pattern for sewing covers on the sofa will be more difficult. But even here difficulties do not necessarily arise.
Materials
Any work that involves handicrafts begins with the choice of fabric. When choosing it, you should take into account the fact that the main function of a removable cover is to protect the sofa upholstery from various dirt and dust. In order to sew such an element for a sofa, you can buy a variety of materials, fortunately, there is a large assortment. Jacquard, cotton, microfiber, Teflon flock, regular flock and velor are extremely popular. Each fabric has its own characteristics and properties. No one knows for sure which one is better. When choosing, you should definitely pay attention to the fiber composition.
For furniture items, preference is given to materials containing cotton and wool. The fabric for sewing the cover must meet the following requirements:
- The color should last as long as possible.
- The fabric must be soft to the touch and have a high density.
- Ideally, it should be possible to wash or dry clean such a cover.
- It should not accumulate static electricity.
- Hypoallergenic - people spend a lot of time on the sofa, and therefore the fabric must be safe for human health.
- Practicality is no less important, because the fabric should not require complex care.
Also, when choosing, professionals recommend considering the following:
- A bright appearance is not the most important indicator, but the fabric must be resistant to wear.
- If there are children and toddlers in the house, then you should choose one that is resistant to sharp claws, dirt, and generally durable.
- It will be doubly good if the fabric has a special impregnation to repel fat and water. In this case, housewives will not be afraid of spilled drinks or overturned food. The advantage of this material is that it can be easily washed.
Next, we’ll talk about how to sew a sofa cover with your own hands.
What to do when visiting a store
In order to quickly make a purchase and leave satisfied, having arrived for covers for your favorite armchairs and sofa (or starting to order them on an online trading platform), it is recommended to act methodically (step by step) according to the algorithm:
- find bedspreads that suit the size of home upholstered furniture;
- From the models that are suitable in size, note those that you like in color;
- from capes suitable in size and color - select the ones you want by design;
- from everything selected - evaluate the materials from which the capes are made;
- compare the selected models by price (the cost can be “plus or minus”, the main factors here are the pleasant texture of the fabric and the decor that suits your taste).
What fabric to choose for sewing a sofa bedspread?
Where to start sewing a blanket? First of all, you should decide on the fabric from which the bedspread will be made.
When choosing a material, you need to pay attention to its performance characteristics: wear resistance, moisture resistance, density, tactile qualities and appearance. What parameters should you use to choose fabric for a bedspread on a sofa?
Functions of the bedspread
The bedspread performs not only an aesthetic function, although appearance plays an important role when choosing material. A furniture cover or blanket is needed to:
- protect furniture upholstery from dirt and damage;
- warm in the cool season;
- cover defects, such as worn upholstery.
If the bedspread will perform only an aesthetic function, then you can choose a light flowing satin as a material, which will fit perfectly into a classical-style interior. If the sofa cover will also be used as a blanket, then it is better to opt for dense and warm fabrics - wool, microfiber, faux fur.
Frequency of use of a piece of furniture
The more often a piece of furniture is used, the more wear-resistant the fabric should be. Silk and velvet look expensive, but they are more suitable for decorating an armchair, sofa or ottoman that are rarely used.
Materials such as tapestry and jacquard have proven themselves best in terms of wear resistance. They are dense, strong, and do not wear out over a long service life. Curtain fabric also works well. Curtains and covers made from the same fabric will look great in the living room.
Color plays an important role when choosing fabric. Products in light colors look good in small rooms, living rooms, and children's rooms. However, it is worth considering that such covers will have to be washed frequently. If the blanket is used often, it is better to choose dark, non-staining colors: brown, burgundy.
Presence of small children and animals in the house
If there are children in the house, the fabric for the cover should be durable, waterproof and hypoallergenic. Jacquard, wool and fur are not suitable for a children's room because they accumulate a lot of dust, which can cause allergies in a small child. The best choice is microfiber or acrylic
These synthetic fabrics are hypoallergenic and easy to machine wash, which is especially important in a home with small children.
Pet owners know that sometimes their pets like to sharpen their claws on a furniture cover or chew on it. That is why you should buy a flock or microfiber blanket for a house with a cat or dog, which does not leave claw marks.
Options for cape prints offered by manufacturers
There are bedspreads on sale in any color - with traditional tapestry prints, floral and ethnic patterns, children's themes (including for boys and girls, as well as by age categories of children), etc.
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Many models are produced for different design styles - Provence, classic, hi-tech, minimalism, etc., and ordinary plain capes, professionally hemmed - factory-made high-quality products that during use will only require the correct washing and drying conditions.
What style of bedspread do you prefer?
Depending on the age of the furniture, with the help of a cover you can emphasize its elegance, advantages, features or, on the contrary, hide its shortcomings by decorating scuffs and stains that cannot be washed off. Model options:
A traditional cut bedspread is universal: you can throw it over the sofa and cover yourself with it when you want to take a nap. Available in fabrics of different densities.
A tension cover (a cover secured with an elastic band) is a rational solution for corner sofas. The assortment always includes models made from waterproof materials - this is practical in the kitchen, when feeding small children, when the furniture is used intensively (the bedspread does not get knocked down, does not wrinkle).
Blanket blanket - at night you can use it as a blanket, placing it in a duvet cover, and turn it into a decorative cape in the morning.
Purpose of covers
A sofa blanket is one of the popular decorative elements and provides reliable protection for your furniture.
Why do you need to buy a sofa blanket? Its main purpose is to perform several essential functions.
- Reliable protection against mechanical damage and premature wear. The use of covers will extend the service life of upholstered furniture for decades. Factory upholstery will retain its attractiveness and integrity.
- Warming. In the cold season, genuine leather upholstery will not provide warmth. Such material is not always pleasant to the touch during cold weather. A soft, warm blanket on the sofa will make the relaxation process more comfortable.
- Room interior decoration. A high-quality, stylish bedspread always decorates the living space. With its help, you can bring something new and original into the usual home design. A wide variety of sofa bedspreads in stores will allow you to choose a product to suit any style.
A chic soft and fluffy blanket will warm you in winter and become a real interior decoration.
Recommendations for fabrics for sofa covers
Depending on the purpose of the bedspread, choose the fabric:
- cotton – “breathes”, hypoallergenic, absorbs moisture well;
- microfiber – pleasant to the touch, not subject to shedding or deformation, wear-resistant;
- satin – has visual sophistication, is durable, does not wrinkle, is hypoallergenic;
- satin is hygroscopic, durable, but can stretch over time;
- fur is cozy, replaces a blanket, adds luxury to the room;
- linen is in fashion, will not shrink even with frequent washing, is durable, but wrinkles a lot;
- velvet and velor - look luxurious, but collect dust;
- tapestry is an ideal option for any room (even a kitchen, even a living room), is color-resistant, has a lot of weight (does not form folds, does not slide off surfaces);
- flock is soft and velvety, optimal for houses with cats - traces of animal claws will be invisible.
Bedspread size options
Depending on the sofa model, you can buy:
- one-and-a-half bedspread (140 x 200 cm);
- double (170 x 210 cm or 180 x 200 cm);
- euro standard (200 (220, 240) x 220 (240, 260) cm - respectively).
Wisely chosen bedspreads for upholstered furniture will make your home cozy, beautiful, and provide a comfortable rest.
