I finally got around to getting the slipcovers and new pillows on the couches this weekend, and I have to say, they made a huge difference! The update from navy pinstripe to creamy white really brightened up the space and made it feel so much larger.  As an added bonus our espresso stained coffee table really stands out now that it’s not being drowned out by all the dark fabric.

Here’s a before shot of our living room pre-slipcovers:

Not only was the navy making things really dark – you can see the back cushions were really sagging… we were basically being attacked by the couch every time we tried to sit on it! (problem solved by new fluffy pillows)

Now for the After:

I love how everything flows together now and I really think this was a quick fix that will allow us to live with our older couches until we can afford to invest in the type of sofa we’re really looking for. (White Pottery Barn sectional anyone?) The only downside is that I think everything might be feeling a little too white! I’m starting to think we might need some patterned curtains in here pretty soon.  Next up is making some covers for the new pillows. I just ordered some matching fabric online today, so hopefully it gets here asap!