tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post2067540123167908343..comments2024-03-28T16:20:57.446-07:00Comments on The Gardener's Cottage: how to wash a slipcoverthe gardener's cottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-49017583768480585322015-09-11T18:50:48.636-07:002015-09-11T18:50:48.636-07:00I wash my twill covers, dry and put back on. I do...I wash my twill covers, dry and put back on. I do two separate loads and dry on delicate. They fit. However, I just ordered denim PB slipcovers and I hope it works out the same. I was so tired of keeping my off white covers clean!Barbara Albinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08372890566657062052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-63472500696663932392014-07-07T06:57:25.465-07:002014-07-07T06:57:25.465-07:00i'm not sure but if it were me i'd still g...i'm not sure but if it were me i'd still give it a try.the gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-61843174822949877132014-07-06T21:38:58.297-07:002014-07-06T21:38:58.297-07:00I have the PB everyday suede slipcovers. It's ...I have the PB everyday suede slipcovers. It's says to wash in a maching without the agitator. My machine has one is it still save to wash?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-68485722426530155052014-06-11T17:16:27.480-07:002014-06-11T17:16:27.480-07:00excellent! it kills me when manufacturers say tha...excellent! it kills me when manufacturers say that (just to protect themselves i suppose) b/c hello we wear and wash our denim and cotton all day long. right?! glad it all worked out for you.the gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-59127123905359755052014-06-11T16:48:33.037-07:002014-06-11T16:48:33.037-07:00great find here! I have off white cotton denim sl...great find here! I have off white cotton denim slip cover from Ethan Allen and they say not to remove from couch. I've had it 6 years and surprising it looks pretty good but did need a bit cleaning in parts. after reading your post and calling Ethan Allen to confirm the fabric was preshrunk, I washed the cover with excellent results. thanks !!!!!Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09318120492758959384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-18201453844664827422012-10-06T10:31:48.190-07:002012-10-06T10:31:48.190-07:00Putting the slipcovers back on damp makes good sen...Putting the slipcovers back on damp makes good sense to me. I always dry them fully and probably that's why I struggle to get them back on. Thanks for the tip. Can't wait to try it.LOVE AND XXXXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17296693922224007699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-43616940919029815892012-08-25T18:36:57.025-07:002012-08-25T18:36:57.025-07:00I had white slipcovers with three cats, and they w...I had white slipcovers with three cats, and they were a nightmare! They look amazing in photos;not so great in "real" life. I bought leather, and never regretted it.It wipes clean and bird poop would come right off.(it was great until hubby brought me home a new kitten,LOL She thinks the leather couches make a great scratching post)carolynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-71945853130274477172012-07-31T14:20:31.113-07:002012-07-31T14:20:31.113-07:00I suppose it is good to be cautious (even though I...I suppose it is good to be cautious (even though I was pretty excited about your easy instructions above). there are services in the area that will steam clean upholstery, but they are quite expensive and perhaps it is worth trying to use an off-the-shelf steam cleaner first, which may cost less in the long run. thanks again for the advice!Geneva Dreamin'https://www.blogger.com/profile/00878924631506793504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-10029663215981559542012-07-31T11:19:14.567-07:002012-07-31T11:19:14.567-07:00that's a tough call. i think the only way i&#...that's a tough call. i think the only way i'd chance it is if the condition of the slipcover is so bad that there isn't any other option. i've had curtains shrink on me that i washed in cold water and so that scares me a little re your slipcover. maybe you can try one of the back cushion covers and see if it shrinks before you do the whole sofa? or is there a service that cleans upholstered furniture in your area? that would be a last resort. good luck and let me know what happens.the gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-25289611213114118192012-07-31T10:12:47.197-07:002012-07-31T10:12:47.197-07:00Hi Janet, loved your article and see that others d...Hi Janet, loved your article and see that others do to. I have an off-white denim (I think) slipcover for a giant sofa. It was almost certainly NOT pre-shrunk as it was made cheaply in Mexico. Should I take the chance on washing it in cold water as you suggest? I am currently living in Geneva and there is not much chance of getting another one made if somehow it shrinks and cannot be used any longer.<br /><br />Thanks in advance for your reply...Geneva Dreamin'https://www.blogger.com/profile/00878924631506793504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-67643777246977418492012-03-12T08:29:49.613-07:002012-03-12T08:29:49.613-07:00anon - hmmm, that's tricky but if it is gettin...anon - hmmm, that's tricky but if it is getting to the point of ruin, i think i'd try to use one of those oxyclean products first and if that doesn't do the trick then i'd probably try bleach. yes, i think that's what i'd do. please let me know what you do and what your results are. thanks.the gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-31235980371361185462012-03-11T21:36:35.517-07:002012-03-11T21:36:35.517-07:00I have a white slipcovered couch which is in great...I have a white slipcovered couch which is in great condition after years but is starting to yellow along the ribbons/ seams. Has anyone had this problem? I'm afraid to use bleach, but they are truly white. Any suggestions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-54263586638375545452010-09-11T08:50:27.318-07:002010-09-11T08:50:27.318-07:00I am in the process of redoing my family room and ...I am in the process of redoing my family room and intend to get a slipcovered sofa, so your post was very timely. I just happened on your blog, it is lovely. The header picture is great...I love bunnies! Come by and see me sometime. (-:La Vie Quotidiennehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01348063467803160245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-75128237502882567362010-09-11T05:02:46.972-07:002010-09-11T05:02:46.972-07:00christine - welcome from alaska!
maria cecilia - ...christine - welcome from alaska!<br /><br />maria cecilia - you bought white!!!<br /><br />ff - i can't wait to try those beets.<br /><br />kim - glad you came back to read. we are a naughty bunch.<br /><br />anne marie - funny story but if i was banned from the kitchen, we'd starve.<br /><br />midwest - you will be happy w/the pb slipcovers.<br /><br />kristen w. - thank you so much.the gardener's cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16447809353998632722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-64562735836306632272010-09-10T19:59:00.826-07:002010-09-10T19:59:00.826-07:00Thanks Janet, This is very informative. I guess th...Thanks Janet, This is very informative. I guess the trick is putting it back on while still slightly damp. Now I will shop for white slipcovers!<br />xsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-84002130591067326592010-09-10T17:52:42.341-07:002010-09-10T17:52:42.341-07:00Thank you so much for the great directions! I am i...Thank you so much for the great directions! I am in the process of deciding if i want the pottery barn slip cover couch...and i think i have decided to go for it!! thank you!!Midwest Cottage and Findshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16807382384991281550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-37574031759380773562010-09-10T03:35:48.544-07:002010-09-10T03:35:48.544-07:00...while still wet..well what do you know...maybe ......while still wet..well what do you know...maybe this will end the wrestling match that the slip cover usually wins!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01998973805998600350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-31478054935570989252010-09-09T21:44:39.952-07:002010-09-09T21:44:39.952-07:00Janet I laughed upon reading your response to Lind...Janet I laughed upon reading your response to Linda.<br />A friend has an ex who is a ex-chef.<br />He would prepare the evening meal using every pot and pan and utensil as if he had a team of kitchen hands ready to swoop down and clean up.<br />Only problemo was...my friend was deemed to be the hired help.<br />I believe he was banned from the home kitchen.<br />xxAnnie ~ Red Roses and Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02054762115763930358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-11548507298046422802010-09-09T21:44:03.291-07:002010-09-09T21:44:03.291-07:00O.K... I will do it exactly as you said... but nev...O.K... I will do it exactly as you said... but never would have thought not to ironing, such a great idea to put them on back when they are damp... no wrinkles after all... great!!!<br />Thank you my dear Janet... I have for the first time some white slipcovers for my sofas, the very coloured ones!!!<br />hugs,<br />,maria ceciliamaría ceciliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15077079753889048800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-75440562686654365272010-09-09T17:45:52.438-07:002010-09-09T17:45:52.438-07:00Thanks Janet - we have just bought a sofa with a w...Thanks Janet - we have just bought a sofa with a white slip cover so this is a VUP for me (Very Useful Post!) xxSemi Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12839322243900070800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-50926664611726414952010-09-09T09:11:03.154-07:002010-09-09T09:11:03.154-07:00Great tips on washing the slips...your living room...Great tips on washing the slips...your living room is beautiful :o)<br /> KristenKristen Whitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17903907243197014304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-23338451970760048322010-09-09T05:49:19.606-07:002010-09-09T05:49:19.606-07:00Ha! I was referring to my daughter's boyfrie...Ha! I was referring to my daughter's boyfriend, a semi-permanent fixture at our place, especially at meal-time. Naughty girls....Kim@Chattafabuloushttp://www.chattafabulous.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-26616957951597278522010-09-09T04:32:41.294-07:002010-09-09T04:32:41.294-07:00The vase of flowers placed on the ottoman would be...The vase of flowers placed on the ottoman would be far too precarious a position in my house Janet.<br />Thanks for the washing instructions as I'm contemplating buying a IKEA sofa with removable covers but now I'm worried after reading FF's comment.<br />xxAnnie ~ Red Roses and Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02054762115763930358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-30468294127609508572010-09-09T01:47:42.907-07:002010-09-09T01:47:42.907-07:00My sofa is from ikea and it is a NIGHTMARE to get ...My sofa is from ikea and it is a NIGHTMARE to get the covers back on once washed it's like they shrink! I second the vacuuming-essential.<br /><br />Re my roast beets, I peel them 1st J, then roast in olive oil, salt pepper and cumin and cinnamon quills. I love them in salads.<br /><br />Nephew's name is Tom. After my 93 year old Grandfather. xxxxFaux Fuchsiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17317677066408030053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2191490968189022599.post-85737309206382448672010-09-08T19:26:15.854-07:002010-09-08T19:26:15.854-07:00I have white cotton slipcovers and two children. ...I have white cotton slipcovers and two children. What was I thinking? <br /><br />Every year I launder it and am amazed at all the "mulch" under the cushions. And we are pretty tidy people. They have been a lifesaver for the couches though, which are still in new condition.<br /><br />Christine in AlaskaChristine B.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08335289758548637661noreply@blogger.com