A canvas slipcover gussied up with inexpensive trimmings turns a basic dining chair into a seat suited to a formal meal. Covered buttons, embroidered monograms, and a ribbon band of rhinestones add interest.

 

A custom slipcover is all in the details. Pink-and-green cording outlines the edges of the chair while tassel fringe adds visual weight to the skirt edge. Covered buttons along the back balance the trim.

 

There will be no question of who sits where at large family gatherings with these monogrammed slipcovers. Take advantage of your sewing machine's embroidery capabilities to stitch the monogram onto the back of a plain slipcover. This elegant idea is also perfect for the head table at a wedding reception. Use the newlyweds' monogram and the couple can continue to use the slipcovers after the wedding.

 

Give a plain dining chair slipcover some Hollywood glitz with satin ribbon and rhinestones. The stylish chair has wide black ribbon topstitched down the center of the slipcover back with rhinestone costume jewelry pinned along the length.

Resources: Like what you see in this story? As of 2005, the items featured in this story were available from these manufacturers. Canvas slipcovers - Ballard Designs; 800-367-2775; www.ballarddesigns.com (product line varies). Trims - Nell Hill's, Atchison, Kansas; 913-367-1086; www.nellhills.com.