antimacassar
An antimacassar /ˌæntɪməˈkæsər/ is a small cloth placed over the backs or arms of chairs, or the head or cushions of a sofa, to prevent soiling of the permanent fabric underneath. The name also refers to the cloth flap ‘collar’ on a sailor’s shirt or top, used to keep macassar oil off the uniform.
Why is it called an Antimacassar?
antimacassar, protective covering thrown over the back of a chair or the head or cushions of a sofa, named after Macassar, a hair-oil in general use in the 19th century. The original antimacassars were made of stiff white crochet-work, but later soft, coloured materials, such as embroidered wools or silks, were used.
Why do they put white sheets over furniture?
Butlers in English Country Houses traditionally used dust covers—called dust sheets—to protect furniture, preserve important upholstery and to cover valuable antiques. Staff cleaned and scrubbed the house from top to bottom. They placed loose cotton dust sheets on all the furniture.
How do you cover a dining room chair?
Use any leftover material as napkins or a table runner. If you prefer a neater fit, drape the fabric as explained, but with the wrong side up; pin around the chair’s outline, trim the excess and hem the pinned seams with fabric adhesive. Allow the glue to dry, remove the pins, turn the chair cover right side out and fit it onto the chair.
Do dining chairs have to match?
Tradition dictates that a dining room be furnished with a matching table and chairs. But for something more personal, stylish, playful and modern opt for a mixed set. New chairs, for example, can give an existing modern table a fresh new look and telegraph a bold and distinctive design sensibility.
What are chair covers?
Chair covers always lend a hand in layering an event’s décor. You can say that chair covers and sashes can complete the look of your ordinary chairs by being the last piece of the décor puzzle. Chair covers and sashes have been used since time immoral. A white chair cover can make or throw off the decor balance of any table.
What is an arm chair?
An armchair is defined as a chair that has supports on the sides so a person sitting in it can rest his arms. An example of an armchair is a recliner.
