Instructions for Sewing Outdoor Barbecue Covers
Barbecue grills that are left to the elements can rust. This can cause them to become inoperable prematurely. Covering your grill will extend its life by protecting it. Custom covers can be sewn at home, and are an inexpensive way to retain the integrity of the grill.
Supplies
- Simplicity pattern 3698
- Waterproof material
- Drawstring
- Heavy duty or industrial sewing machine
- Scissors
- Thread
- Tape measure
- Measure the size of your grill and select a sturdy waterproof fabric. Make sure the fabric is wide enough to accommodate your pattern. Canvas awning material is a good choice, as it is available in a variety of styles and colors. Waterproof fabric requires a heavy-duty or industrial sewing machine with a larger needle to complete the project.
- Purchase your cover pattern from Simplicity's website. The pattern number is 3698. Make any needed adjustments to your pattern so it properly fits your grill. Lay your pattern out on the fabric and pin it together. This will hold the pieces securely together during the process, then cut the pattern out.
- Remove the pins and take the pattern loose from the material. Reattach the cut fabric pieces together with the pins. Make sure the right sides together.
- Set your sewing machine to provide at least a 5/8-inch seam. Sew the fabric pieces together. Remove the grill cover from the sewing machine and pull out the pins. Turn the cover right-side out. Place over the grill to check the fit.
- Add Velcro tabs, if necessary, to the bottom corners of the cover to improve the fit. Line up the Velcro so the pieces match. This ensures proper closure at the corners.