A Slipcover Story (With a Furry Twist)
Most of the time, our customers come to us for slipcovers because they want a fresh splash of color or because their old covers have become worn and faded. But this client had a more unusual reason:
“We’re getting a Maine Coon kitten,” they said. And they wanted to be sure their chairs could stand up to the new arrival’s curious claws.
Kitten plans were officially put on hold until we could create cat-resistant slipcovers.
Most of the time, our customers come to us for slipcovers because they want a fresh splash of color or because their old covers have become worn and faded. But this client had a more unusual reason:
“We’re getting a Maine Coon kitten,” they said. And they wanted to be sure their chairs could stand up to the new arrival’s curious claws.
Kitten plans were officially put on hold until we could create cat-resistant slipcovers.
We always drape our slipcovers onsite—it’s much easier to carry fabric than to lug a chair! For this project, we worked with the customer to choose a darker, more durable fabric that would blend with their space while standing up to playful paws. I spent an afternoon in their home, carefully draping and pinning the fabric directly to their chairs, ensuring a snug, tailored fit.
Back in the workroom, I transformed the pinned fabric into two custom slipcovers. When we returned to install them, the chairs seemed to settle into a new identity—still relaxed and welcoming, but now dressed in a bold, cozy color with a layer of feline defense.
We’re now eagerly awaiting news of the kitten’s arrival and how everyone is settling into their Seacoast home together.
We’re now eagerly awaiting news of the kitten’s arrival and how everyone is settling into their Seacoast home together.
Thinking about a furniture refresh of your own—furry friends or not? Let’s talk slipcovers!