Does anyone know where to find a pattern to make a cover for the seats in a stroller?

Question

for the seat covers, the sun shade? or how do I go about taking the old ones off and using it as a guide? I hate the look of my stroller with a passion!!! I live up in alaska, so shipping is insanly high for anything big, and double strollers are kinda hard to come by, so my choice is to deal, or try to revamp it. any ideas?

Answer 1

Towells, blankets, ect. how long are you going to need it?

Answer 2

maybe you could try the fabric store if you have one in your area, if not you could get some realy good ideas if you just type it in to google try that it might help you out

Answer 3

Two possibilities for you. Patterns are lightweight. Ask the seller to use first class, which should only be a couple of bucks to ship. Even priority would be under $5.00

http://cgi.ebay.com/BABY-ITEMS-PATTERN-3...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Baby-Items-Pattern-M...

Answer 4

If you take the old ones off, you can trace around them, adding 5/8 inch for a seam allowance.

You need to mark the spaces for slots (buttonhole stitch works well for this but you have to make them long), or else you won't be able to get the straps back through.

You can add ruffles by making a strip 4-6 inches long by 1 1/2 to 2 times the distance you wish to add a ruffle.

Answer 5

Sure you can pimp their ride!  The trick is finding a fabric that works with the existing frame color.  Every stroller is different, so your pieces may or may not come all the way off.  No problem...a slipcover is a better option anyway.  You can take the slipcover off to wash it ;)  I made a cover for my son's car seat, and this is what I did:

Examine how the original seat or sun shade is constructed.  Keep in mind that your slipcover may need to tie, button or velcro on to make it look professional (so it won't bunch).  You'll also want to figure out how to make your cover slip on and off easily.  

You'll use the existing seat and sun canopy as a pattern to cut a copy of each piece from your new fabric.  For example, if you're cutting the seat back, cut out a larger square (about 2" bigger all the way around).  Lay your fabric over the actual seat back with the wrong side facing you.  Draw your exact outline with a marker (make it easy to see).  Be sure to mark the holes where the straps will come through.  Remove your piece and cut outside your line about 3/4" all the way around.  This allowance gives you a 5/8" seam allowance, plus a little extra for fitting it.  Once you get all of your pieces cut, stitch them together, checking the fit as you go.  A lot of really cute seat covers use two complementing fabrics.  I've also noticed the professional covers use a woven binding over the seams that are going to be carrying weight to make the cover stronger.

I'd advise against using a light color, as they show dirt so easily and get dingy over time.  I'd also use a solid or a busy pattern that won't need to be 'matched' at the seams.  And since you're in a cold climate, a pre-quilted fabric would be a great option.  

If you're really adventurous, you could do a reversible cover, using seam binding over the seams...two looks in one! ;)  Best of luck!

Answer 6

Visit a fabric store and look in the pattern books under babies. You could also check at your public library in the sewing section.