I work in the fashion industry but I can't work a sewing machine. Shameful I know. After buying some gorgeous fabric from John Lewis I sought online help from You Tube and attempted to make some cushions. Surprisingly I now have cushions made by my fair hands scattered on my sofa. It's not that hard so if you are a sewing novice like me give it a go!
You will need:
Fabric
Cushion Filler
Pencil
Cotton
Tape Measure
Pins
Scissors
Sewing Machine
First up buy a pre-made cushion filler. I got mine for a few pounds from H&M. Then measure the cushion before measuring out 2 pieces of fabric adding 4cms to the entire circumference of one and 8cm to the circumference of the other. Mark the measurements on the inside with a pencil then cut out each piece, then cut the larger piece in half.
I didn't want to freak myself out by trying to add a zip so I opted for an envelope opening. This is a little fiddly to do, but easier than a zip! Fold over one edge on the 2 smaller pieces of fabric twice (still working on the inside) and iron into place then pin. This will prevent fraying and provide a neat edge to your opening.
Then sew the edges so they are tidy and secure.
Try not so do as I did and bust your sewing machine on more than one occasion!
Once the edges are sewn, lay the 2 pieces of fabric over the top of the third piece of fabric so that they overlap. The nice sides of the fabric should be facing each other.
Then pin into place and sew together!
Turn the cushion the right side out using a chopstick to push out the little corners before adding the filling.
And Ta Da! you have home made cushions, a very satisfying endeavor indeed! I even got carried away and made some for my bed.
