Denim surely ranks as one of the all-time most popular fabrics, and small wonder. Think how a favorite pair of jeans combines all the elements of comfort and style, ease and durability, even a touch of casual elegance. How great, then, to bring that same denim sensibility to your home—in denim pillows, denim bed linens, denim tabletop accessories, or breezy denim slipcovers! And though blue is the time-honored staple, this cotton classic is equally appealing in crisp clean white, fabled Nantucket red, bright pastels…summer shades as light and refreshing as the season.

Slip into something comfortable: Cotton denim slipcovers are ideal for creating denim sofas, oversized denim chairs, even denim chair cushions—particularly in summer when the livin’ is easy and everybody wants to put their bare feet on the furniture! Denim covers can be made to slip readily onto furniture, easily secured with zippers; include a bit of contrast welting for artful style. Washable denim slipcovers are long wearing and great looking.

Put “jeans” on the table: Sew up napkins and denim placemats with a blue jeans theme—add “pockets” to hold knives, forks and spoons, a “patch” to show where the glass goes. The kids will love ‘em!

Brighten the bedroom: In summer, what could be more appealing than denim bedding, such as the cool comfort of a blue and white denim bedspread? Denim bedding is a no-fuss way to give your whole bedroom an instant lift. Cover cushy denim pillows and denim pillow shams with bright prints; add a bedskirt in a coordinating stripe or solid.

Bring some play to the playroom: Kids and denim go together like peanut butter and jelly! Cotton denim is a sturdy, easy-care option for kids’ rooms and play spots—whether on the bed, chairs, or wall. One idea: make a denim wall mural, emblazoned with alphabet cutouts or other bright designs. Or cover a pegboard in denim, to make a decorative wall display for pictures, drawings, and other kids’ keepsakes.