People have different preferences about whether to use chair covers. It is more comfortable to sit on the cape, it protects the chair from damage. However, it is quite difficult to clean. In some apartments in the winter is too cold, so people are forced to spend money on warm covers for all chairs, and sometimes even sofas. But the service life of furniture increases. The ideal option could be a handmade product, but not expensive from a store, but made by hand. Such crafts will become an important part of the decor. It is necessary to learn how to measure the chairs correctly and to get a little familiar with the styles of execution. Invented many step-by-step master classes for creating data products. You can also purchase chairs with upholstery or ready-made covers, but the latter are difficult to find, and easily cleaned separate models are even less common. Capes are bought mainly for the kitchen.
Benefits of using chair covers
The advantages are much greater than the disadvantages. The first quality that is worth noting is the low price. In addition, the cover can be made by hand. For this, it is not necessary to be able to sew. It is enough to wrap the chair with a cloth, and just leave the loose raw edges to hang. The cover will protect the seat from dirt, water and grease. This is a fundamental nuance for such areas as the kitchen. The appearance of the interior can be varied or modified using covers. In winter, it is preferable to use cold tones, and in summer - warm ones or vice versa. For every season it is better to make covers of different thickness. Another functional purpose - protection from pets: from their "tracks" and claws. It is not necessary to wash a thick cape, it is enough to thoroughly clean with detergent and a brush. This is a practical thing that can be stylish and beautiful.
Using covers will help save a lot of money on buying new furniture or repairing old ones!
Variety of models
They are whole and separate. The second subspecies may consist of several parts or be joined with velcro. There is a wide variety of half-domes. They are intended mainly for seats, but at various ceremonial events and ceremonies you can see options only for the backrest. Products are also classified according to the method of landing. On sale you can see capes that do not stretch, but simply put on a chair, and if the model is also designed for the back, then the second pillow is attached to the chair with straps or straps. This is the so-called free species. "Dense" models dress all over the chair from the top to the legs and hold tight on it. Eurocovers are adjacent to the upper part and more free at the bottom. Covers can have a comfortable seat, but there are options without it. Such capes perform only decorating and protective functions.
Cover styles
The classic design involves the use of expensive materials. The brocade, the atlas, silk is applied. In modern style, synthetic fabrics are appropriate. The eco-style cover is made of coarse environmentally friendly materials. One of the substyle, boho, implies a burlap trim. Such a direction as Provence, characterized by the predominance of muted colors. High-tech covers have a simple color, but an interesting shape. If the room is decorated in the spirit of the English aristocracy, then you should purchase a cover made of expensive pearl material. Patchwork cape is a great option for self-production. The method of execution involves the creation of things from patches and unnecessary remnants of materials. If the apartment contains many fragments of various tissues, then it is worth using them.
It can be:
- old dresses;
- unnecessary pants;
- suspender;
- armrests.
The choice of fabric
The main criteria are functionality and stylistic combination. In addition, it should fit the curtains and tablecloths. It is recommended to buy covers with fabrics that are pleasant to the touch; they are perceived differently by people, so an individual approach is needed here. It is important to pay attention to the ability of the material to maintain high quality after washing and to be resistant to contamination (depending on color). There are about 6-8 commonly used types of fabrics. Gabardine has a dense structure. Synthetic materials for all indicators worse: quickly get dirty and wiped. Crepe-sateen is elastic and soft, rather thin and has shine. Lycra (supplex) elastic, beautifully looks, it is easy to look after him. Spandex does not let water through, but breathes well, so it is durable. Brocade is heavy, thick and expensive. It is difficult to care for her, so it is better to use the services of dry cleaning.
How to take measurements from the chair
As in most cases, the first measurement is done on the longest side - the height of the chair. If necessary, the length of the cover is adjusted. After that, the height from the floor to the seat is measured. If the base of the chair is solid, without legs, then the sides are measured, and if the legs are with legs, then the distances between them are based on their own thickness. It is necessary to take measurements in the widest place, as a rule, near the floor. Many make the mistake of measuring the back in width and height between the frame - you need to know the full parameters. Measure the seat to a different way. If it is raised relative to the level of the frame, then the indicators are removed along the boundaries of the seat. And if at the same height, then at the edges of the whole structure, however, if you only need to sew a cape on the seat, then it is better to measure only the soft part. Seats of this size will be enough for a comfortable seat.
Drawing and transfer patterns to fabric
The paper is applied to the seat of the chair, fastened with tailors' needles and circled around the edges. Make a stock of about one and a half centimeters for stock. Next, cut the part. The pattern of the back is done in the same way. Then on the sheet is drawn a rectangle corresponding to the length of the legs and the width of the seat at the front of the "skirt", and to it is added 10 cm of the pattern on the side, 5 cm below and 1.5 cm of the allowance for the upper seam. Similarly, drawing the sides. 15 cm is added to the edge next to the outer part of the back. A long, wide sheet is applied to the outer part. In the drawing of the rear legs of the chair is added 5 cm below and 1.5 cm for the allowance. Patterns are smoothed, because during the sewing any irregularities will prevent. Next, the drawing is transferred to the material, taking into account the position of the share thread. You can draw on the fabric with a pencil, a piece of soap or chalk. Pattern is made in two samples.
Fitting and tailoring tips
When the drawings are already prepared, it remains to make a layout and find out the consumption of material. When sewing capes for a chair, an optical illusion appears, supposedly a little fabric is needed. Seams and decorative elements (frills, folds) "require" an additional amount of matter and forethought from the master. Beginners will need an "experimental" case. The pattern is placed on a perfectly flat surface. Dimensions are rechecked vertically and horizontally. Along the edges are made allowances. After elimination of all defects, scissors cut out forms from the fabric. Fitting is carried out several times. According to her results are made fit. If necessary, the workpiece is unpacked, and again you will need to create a "test" cape. The product should get its final appearance after it exactly matches the shape of the chair. Cut stitched on a sewing machine. It must be borne in mind that the parts must be placed in the direction of the fractional thread. Straight covers will sit better if they are equipped with zippers.
With the help of ready-made patterns you can practice and make patterns, fitting and tailoring a cover for a certain type of chairs.
Do-it-yourself cover options
It all depends on skill and imagination. It is recommended to master several master classes. Color and stylistic design may not coincide with the design of the room, it is permissible. The shape of the seat cover is mainly of two types: a circle and a square. Seat can be thin, medium thick or thick. The upper part of the cover can be made like a thick seat mat, but with straps as a fastener. If the cape is made in the traditional manner, that is, it fits the chair on all sides, then it can be performed in many ways. A one-piece cover covers all parts of the furniture, with the exception of the bottom — this part is made differently: either to the floor itself, or the seat is slightly closed. The separate version allows you to choose the length for the back. The upper cape will also be fastened with ties or fastenings-ties (behind the sides of the back). You can sew an elegant "version" with bows, ruffles, extended bottom.
Chair cover with fabric back
First, measure the length and width of the back, as well as the height of the chair. For the kitchen, it is recommended to make capes not to the full length, but with a margin of up to 30 cm. Covers to the floor are suitable for the hall. When sewing you need to take into account the thickness of the back, as it can be very thin (less than 1 cm) or thick (up to 6 cm). The width of the piece of fabric should be 2-5 cm more than the chair. The length of the fragment is determined by the sum of the two lengths of the backrest, the index of the length of the seat and its height multiplied by two. To this number will need to add margin for the seams. The cut cuts in on the chair, the lengths are adjusted, the places for fastenings are marked. As a result, the cape is sewn so that it is attached to the legs with the help of ties or to connect between the floors with fastenings-ties. In the second case, two or three such elements will suffice. They are better placed on the back of the back.
Sidushka do it yourself
First, the pattern is prepared. Need a pencil and newspaper. Then these measurements are transferred to the folded material. Two strings about 10 cm long will be required for each leg. A synthetic winterizer is cut out using a similar drawing. At the same time, the width and length parameters are reduced by 1 cm. The laces must be folded in half the width, inside out; after that, stitch and turn on the front side. A few large stitches need to attach sintepon to the wrong side and draw stitches to the corners. Now the entire seat mat is scribbling, except for a gap of 20 cm in length. Through it, the cover will be turned on the front side. The edges of the parts sew a secret seam. Further the seat is processed by the iron. If you wish, at the very end you need to proceed to the final design with ribbons and various decorative items. All this will take no more than a few hours, and if you have experience in sewing - half an hour.
Even before the start of the line, the seat mat should lie as “poured”.
Round stool cover
The principle of manufacture is similar to the method of sewing a cape for a square seat. The easiest option is to use a rubber band. First of all, measurements are taken from the stool, the diameter is determined. The fabric is laid out with an allowance of about 5 cm. The reverse side of the fabric is bent by 2 cm. It is necessary to sew a hem of 1 cm from the bend - as a result a "tunnel" will be released. Gum will be located in it. The next stage is filling. Small cuts are made in the workpiece. The packing is distributed evenly throughout the seat. The cuts are neatly sewn up - this is done only by hand. Then the product is stitched on the machine around the perimeter. Some models of capes are visually similar to the caps of cans. Also on the round stool will look good knitted covers. In the process of creating them you need to use different loops:
- Airy
- Semi-column.
- Bars, with and without bows.
Crocheted knitted covers
Such a product is quite easily erased, and in order to tie it, you will not need much experience. It does not slide on the surface and is suitable for chairs on which children sit. Among the crochet techniques it is worth distinguishing a column with three, two, or one nakida, a column without nakida, a double without nakida, a solid column, an air loop and a semi-column. Those who have little experience should know which options are the simplest and master them first of all. It is necessary to decide on the scheme and knit, not allowing dissolving. For one cloak you need about 200 g of yarn, and this is about one skein. There is a fairly simple design for creating a circular cape. First, the diameter of the stool is measured. Then knit air loops, closes in a circle. Further rows are made of different loops. The angle is leveled by skipping one of them. Upon reaching the required size, you need to knit the sides for reliable attachment to the seat.
A cover from an old sweater
Adaptations that will be required:
- needle for yarn;
- button;
- yarn;
- sewing pins;
- scissors;
- pencil;
- ruler;
- sweater (preferably woolen).
First, clothes are washed and dried on the battery. The material will "sit down" and the sweater will decrease in size. A cape made of such wool will keep its shape well. Next, cut two rectangles with the same width, but different lengths (with a difference of 8 to 10 cm). This stock should be used to create a case cover. It will close with a button. The fragment is cut in such a way as to capture the gum at the bottom of the sweater (if there is one). The edges do not have to be processed, and the cape itself will look neater. In order to get everything as high as possible, you need to use a paper template. The cut parts of the sweater are folded face down. They are aligned and secured with pins. They are stitched everywhere except the top. The cover is turned over and ironed with steam. At the end of the button wraps around the yarn.
Dress Children's chair
It takes about 1 m of fabric. It is easy to sew a cape, especially if the back is of a standard form and there is no need to fit under the straps. Enough two pieces of fabric and filler. Both fragments are streaking among themselves. It is recommended to look for waterproof material that is easy to clean and wash. The filler is better to take as soft as possible. Measurements are taken from furniture. First determine the length and width. If the chair has an unusual shape, with a large number of allowances, then the easiest way to make the correct configuration is to attach the fabric to the chair or to the old cloak and accurately repeat its outlines. The next step is to create a pattern and lay out the canvas. After this, the final stage remains - sewing by the standards. The cape should be applied from time to time to the high chair so that it does not have to be cut out and redone.
Cover on the highchair
You can make a three-layer cape. The front part should be made of velor or cotton fabric, the middle one - of siliconized padding polyester, and the top one - of hard cotton fabric with or without synthetic. A highchair is placed on the floor, a pattern is made of non-woven or tracing paper. In places for stitching holes are cut. To mark the pattern you need to put on a high chair, firmly press and mark the line of slots for bends and belts. First cut out the details of the lapel and gasket. Then the edges of the parts are connected to the main gasket. After that, the side cuffs are performed. On the velor put the finished gasket bend down. It is stitched with thread, and then velor is cut out. The design is put on a synthetic winterizer. The cover is stitched, but a hole is left for the subsequent inversion of the product.
Patchwork Covers
First you need to sew together pieces of fabric. This is done chaotically from patches of different widths or in regular rows of identical fragments. In addition to the main part of the product, you will need scissors, a needle, a machine, threads, fabric for a wrong side, a tape for a cover, a sealant. Next, you need to work on the pattern. On a large sheet of paper, you can circle the seat, draw seams allowances. The A3 format will do, but you can also put together several smaller sheets, for example, using scotch tape. The pattern is cut and tried on the chair. Then three blanks of the same size are made: from the lining material, the sealant and the fabric for the cover itself. The front part and the seal are folded, lines are laid out for stitching. All composite overlap. Tapes are placed inside, and after that the fabric is stitched. The product is inverted through the gap left. You can use multi-colored pieces of the same fabric with the same type of pattern or parts of different materials:
- gabardine;
- jeans;
- kozhzama.
Leg Covers
These products are designed to maintain the good condition of the flooring. In addition, the chair will not make unpleasant sounds from moving across the floor. There are many interesting ways to perform, including covers in the form of socks, "cat's feet." Most of these products are knitted. Cases can be done quickly with your own hands, so it makes no sense to spend money on them. For knitting it is recommended to use the thread "Darnichanka" - it is very durable. The process begins with the creation of several air loops. Around them are made columns without nakida. In the third row, double (two) single crochet columns of one loop and the usual single crochets are needed. In the next row the same columns are sewn, but beyond the distant arc of the loop. In addition to them, it is necessary to make a sc from one loop and beyond the bow. In the next row - again, the usual without nakida. The thread is cut and fixed. And so four covers. If desired, they are further decorated.
Office Chair Cover
You will need such devices:
- Scissors.
- Булавки.
- Мел.
- Бельевая резинка.
- Нитки.
Основной материал должен быть комфортным и прочным: не подойдет шерсть, слишком мягкие и "кусающиеся" ткани. Габардин - удачный выбор, он долговечный и красиво смотрится. Первым делом "метром" снимаются замеры параметров сиденья. Then they are transferred to the fabric. A drawing is drawn using a small piece of chalk. Space is left for allowances of about 10 cm. The pattern is cut - the corners must be rounded. The edges are overlaid on the overlock, bend one and a half centimeters and fixed with pins. On the sewing machine is a line, 3-4 mm from the edges of the hem, pins can not be removed. Because of this, the product does not need to sweep manually. The last 2-3 cm do not scribble, leaving space for the elastic. It is passed around the perimeter and cut off. Tails are left up to 25 cm.
Festive case
The process of self-production of a festive cover is no different from creating a cape on a chair with a back. The main difference is the cost of materials. Chairs should emphasize the solemn atmosphere, therefore, are decorated with various decorative elements: bows, ribbons, patterns. These capes are used at banquets and ceremonies. Events such as Christmas, New Year, traditional holidays, reception, birthdays, anniversaries can be the reason for creating a holiday cape. Christmas cover should be decorated with Christmas trees, "Santa Claus hats." It is recommended to select the most expensive textiles, in bright colors. But any more or less elegant fabric will do. It is appropriate to use curtains and tulle under the material for sewing. Velcro is sometimes created on the case to accommodate various applications.
Wedding Cases
The backs of such capes are elongated, square and round; Both glossy and matte surfaces look equally good. Crepe-satin is suitable as a material. The main part of manufacturing begins with measurements and patterns. The characteristics of the chair model are taken into account. The sketch indicates the parameters, after which you can proceed to the pattern. Then all the fragments are applied to the chair. After the first fitting you need to create a piece. If the shape of the back is not rectangular, but round or even more complex, you will have to adjust the fabric several times, trying it on the highchair itself. To make the cover perfectly emphasize the shape of the chair, you need to attach the paper directly to it, and note the contractions and expansions in all places. If the master does not have enough experience, then you will need to make a few "trial" products.
Conclusion
Cases are made for all occasions: for weddings, for offices, for New Year, holidays, for high chairs. Conventional models play a functional role, useful in everyday life. Distinguish whole, separate, universal, half-and eurocovers. There is a sufficient variety of execution styles to match the products with the general background. Covers for chairs are inexpensive, but on sale you can find simple and more expensive decorative models. Preference is usually given to natural materials. They heat better and to a lesser extent provoke sweating. High-quality cape can be made independently. In some cases, this is a newbie. It is enough to choose an easy method of implementation, make the right measurements, draw a drawing, transfer it to the fabric, pre-try the material and sew the product itself.
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