Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to sew a custom, removable slipcover for your indoor or outdoor furniture with this easy-to-follow tutorial. This no-zipper design is perfect for square or rectangular cushions and makes cleaning and maintenance a breeze! If your cushions are already covered, use these slipcovers to protect them and make cleaning a breeze—just remove and wash as needed.
In this video, you'll learn everything you need to know, from start to finish:
- Measuring and Fabric Calculation: Learn the right way to measure your cushions and use the Sailrite fabric calculator to determine the fabric required and cut your fabric to size.
- Cutting Your Fabric: Get tips for cutting upholstery fabric, including how to use a hot knife to prevent fraying.
- Hemming and Sewing: We'll guide you through hemming the perimeter and sewing the corners for a professional finish.
- Installing the Elastic and Center Strap: Discover how to create a secure, no-zipper closure with elastic at the corners and across the center of the cushion using a G-hook for a snug fit.
Whether you're a beginner or have some sewing experience, this detailed guide will help you create beautiful, functional, and easy-to-clean slipcover for your home.
SLIP COVER CALCULATOR: fabric-calculator.com/slipcover/index.html?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
MATERIALS LIST:
Upholstery Fabric from Sailrite - We used - Outdura® Seaside Sailor 54" Upholstery Fabric (7222) - SKU: 126194 - sailrite.com/shop/fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
CushionRite® Polyester Batting 55" - SKU: 124305 - sailrite.com/Batting-83-Thick-55-Wide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Coats & Clark™ Extra Strong® Tex 70 Soldier Blue Nylon Upholstery Thread (150 yds.) - SKU: 104814 - sailrite.com/shop/notions/thread?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
1" White Elastic - SKU: 22202 - sailrite.com/Elastic-White-1?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
G Hook 1" Black - SKU: 127006 - sailrite.com/G-Hook-1-Black?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
TOOLS LIST:
Sailrite® Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - SKU: 102400 - sailrite.com/Clear-Acrylic-Ruler-6-x-24?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Edge Cordless Hotknife 18V Package - SKU: 122177 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Edge-Cordless-Hotknife-18V-Package?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Precision Cutting Blade & Foot for Edge Hotknife - SKU: 125495 - sailrite.com/Precision-Cutting-Blade-Foot-for-Hotknives?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Kai Professional Stainless Steel 9" Pinking Shears - SKU: 125830 sailrite.com/Professional-Stainless-Steel-9-Pinking-Shears?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Seamstick 1/4" Basting Tape for Canvas & Upholstery (36 yds.) - SKU: 122065 - sailrite.com/Seamstick-1-4-Basting-Tape-for-Canvas-Upholstery-36-Yards?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Canvas Patterning Ruler - SKU: 107040 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Canvas-Patterning-Ruler?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Ultrafeed® LSZ Walking Foot Sewing Machine (110V) - SKU: 311602 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LSZ-Walking-Foot-Sewing-Machine-110V?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Deluxe 5-1/2" Magnetic Sewing Guide - SKU: 103597 - sailrite.com/Deluxe-5-1-2-Magnetic-Sewing-Guide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Kai Stainless Steel Bent Handle 9" Scissors - SKU: 125661 - sailrite.com/Stainless-Steel-9-Bent-Handle-Scissors?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
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Learn how to sew a custom, removable slipcover for your indoor or outdoor furniture with this easy-to-follow tutorial. This no-zipper design is perfect for square or rectangular cushions and makes cleaning and maintenance a breeze! If your cushions are already covered, use these slipcovers to protect them and make cleaning a breeze—just remove and wash as needed.
In this video, you'll learn everything you need to know, from start to finish:
- Measuring and Fabric Calculation: Learn the right way to measure your cushions and use the Sailrite fabric calculator to determine the fabric required and cut your fabric to size.
- Cutting Your Fabric: Get tips for cutting upholstery fabric, including how to use a hot knife to prevent fraying.
- Hemming and Sewing: We'll guide you through hemming the perimeter and sewing the corners for a professional finish.
- Installing the Elastic and Center Strap: Discover how to create a secure, no-zipper closure with elastic at the corners and across the center of the cushion using a G-hook for a snug fit.
Whether you're a beginner or have some sewing experience, this detailed guide will help you create beautiful, functional, and easy-to-clean slipcover for your home.
SLIP COVER CALCULATOR: fabric-calculator.com/slipcover/index.html?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
MATERIALS LIST:
Upholstery Fabric from Sailrite - We used - Outdura® Seaside Sailor 54" Upholstery Fabric (7222) - SKU: 126194 - sailrite.com/shop/fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
CushionRite® Polyester Batting 55" - SKU: 124305 - sailrite.com/Batting-83-Thick-55-Wide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Coats & Clark™ Extra Strong® Tex 70 Soldier Blue Nylon Upholstery Thread (150 yds.) - SKU: 104814 - sailrite.com/shop/notions/thread?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
1" White Elastic - SKU: 22202 - sailrite.com/Elastic-White-1?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
G Hook 1" Black - SKU: 127006 - sailrite.com/G-Hook-1-Black?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
TOOLS LIST:
Sailrite® Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - SKU: 102400 - sailrite.com/Clear-Acrylic-Ruler-6-x-24?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Edge Cordless Hotknife 18V Package - SKU: 122177 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Edge-Cordless-Hotknife-18V-Package?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Precision Cutting Blade & Foot for Edge Hotknife - SKU: 125495 - sailrite.com/Precision-Cutting-Blade-Foot-for-Hotknives?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Kai Professional Stainless Steel 9" Pinking Shears - SKU: 125830 sailrite.com/Professional-Stainless-Steel-9-Pinking-Shears?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Seamstick 1/4" Basting Tape for Canvas & Upholstery (36 yds.) - SKU: 122065 - sailrite.com/Seamstick-1-4-Basting-Tape-for-Canvas-Upholstery-36-Yards?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Canvas Patterning Ruler - SKU: 107040 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Canvas-Patterning-Ruler?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Sailrite® Ultrafeed® LSZ Walking Foot Sewing Machine (110V) - SKU: 311602 - sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LSZ-Walking-Foot-Sewing-Machine-110V?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Deluxe 5-1/2" Magnetic Sewing Guide - SKU: 103597 - sailrite.com/Deluxe-5-1-2-Magnetic-Sewing-Guide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
Kai Stainless Steel Bent Handle 9" Scissors - SKU: 125661 - sailrite.com/Stainless-Steel-9-Bent-Handle-Scissors?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=slipcover
T-Square, Pencil
