Head protector for recliner
07-11-2011, 03:31 AM
#23
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I purchased some wire screw-like pins at Hobby Lobby that I use to hold the arm and back covers on my recliner. I don't recall the correct name for them. They have a clear head on them and the pins are coiled like a screw and screw right into the protector and into the chair. Poor explanation I know, but the clerk will probably know what you are talking about. Good luck. Marge L.
07-11-2011, 03:43 AM
#24
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Originally Posted by Kitsie
I need to make some for the armrests of my mother's old furniture that I have. The old fabric is so itchy that my arms get very sore in the summer without sleeves! I started to make 1/4 of a lap quilt for each arm but it was too pretty so I made it all! I also have a quilted block on the back of my recliner! Felt kinda "dirty" so I'm glad others need them, too!
07-11-2011, 07:36 AM
#25
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Using twist pins will keep the arm covers and antimacassar from shifting or slipping. They're easily removed when you want to wash the covers. You can find them at any upholstery shop.
And making fitted arm covers is easy using a piece of cardboard and a tape measure
And making fitted arm covers is easy using a piece of cardboard and a tape measure
07-11-2011, 07:39 AM
#26
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Originally Posted by jeank
I know what you mean. On my husband's recliner, I use a bath towel the same color as the chair on the back. It helps with the sweat in the summer. Two hand towels on the arms completes the set.
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07-11-2011, 07:57 AM
#27
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My favorite recliner is leather and pleather so I made the back protector envelope-style, really like a big, upside down tote bag. It stays in place that way without upholstery pins, etc. Used stretchy fleece fabric on the back so I can pop it on and off for washing. Got the idea when I made seat covers for my car. The expensive but unattractive commercial covers use lots of thin synthetic knits on the sides and backs. I had some grey fleece left from another project and found it had enough stretch that I could just make side seams (pin-fitted them on the seats first) for the upright seats and they went on and off like socks. An outdoorsy fleece might be nice for your chair, if it fits the rest of the room. (Throw pillows to match, maybe?) :idea:
07-11-2011, 08:34 AM
#28
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Originally Posted by kakels
I am getting a new recliner and my DH has very oily hair. I want to quilt a "head protector" to throw over the top of the recliner that can just be thrown in the wash. The recliner is beige so I thought beiges, browns and a few creams for the color. Any ideas on a pattern I should use?
07-11-2011, 02:30 PM
#30
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I have a whole quilt on my husband's chair - covers everything and is very comfy as it is all cotton. I take if off when we have company.
My Mom always had throws or towels on all furniture to protect it. Quess I am doing the same. My hubby wanted the quilt on it.
My Mom always had throws or towels on all furniture to protect it. Quess I am doing the same. My hubby wanted the quilt on it.
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