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You will need:
- dense fabric (in this case, a textile rug about 2 m long was used);
- burlap;
- a pillow of the appropriate size with a "ball" filler (made of polystyrene balls);
- pins, scissors, sewing machine and thread.
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1. Guided by the size of the pillow, draw 5 parts on a dense fabric: 1 square for the top and 4 rectangular side ones.
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2. Cut out the details.
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3. Cut out another square piece from the burlap fabric.
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4. Pin the pieces together.
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5. Sew the details from the inside out, leaving one side free. Unscrew the product.
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6. Place the pillow inside and sew up the pouffe by hand.
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Rectangular pouffe options:
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Pouf-cylinder with stencil ornament: master class
The main highlight of this piece of furniture is the ornament. To apply it, pick up a stencil with the pattern you like in the artist's store. By the way, the same stencil can be used to apply a pattern to other interior items to create an ensemble. For example, you can also decorate a decorative pillow, bedspread, curtains with a pattern, or make a picture and hang it in a frame on the wall.
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You will need:
- dense fabric for a pouffe;
- a pillow of the appropriate size and shape with a "ball" filler (you can also use a pillow with foam rubber or other dense filler);
- stencil, acrylic fabric paint, wide flat brush or sponge for applying paint;
- scissors, sewing machine, threads.
1. Prepare a pattern: two circles for the base and top of the pouf, plus a rectangular canvas with a length equal to the circumference of the base of the circle and a width corresponding to the desired height of the future pouf. Open the fabric, not forgetting the seam allowances.
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2. Attaching the stencil to the fabric, use a brush or sponge to apply the pattern with acrylic paint.
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3. Sew the rectangle piece with one of the circle pieces, sew up the side seam, turn inside out. Place a pillow inside and sew the second circle.
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Cylindrical pouffe options:
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Variants of poufs with painting:
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Printing on fabric:
Round crochet pouffe: master class
This pouffe is best knitted from a rather thick yarn, for example, knitted.You will need:
- knitted or other thick yarn;
- hook of suitable size;
- round pillow
If you know how to crochet simple double crochets, knitting such a pouffe will not be difficult for you:
Variants of knitted puffs:
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Large pouffe chair: master class
Such a pouffe is sewn very simply, and it turns out a large, soft, comfortable seat, in fact, an armchair.
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You will need:
- dense fabric;
- Velcro tape;
- sewing machine, threads;
- material for stuffing the pouffe - unnecessary padding polyester pillows, old clothes cut into ribbons or patches, and so on, plus plastic bags.
1. Make a pattern: 2 large squares for the top and bottom of the pouffe and 4 rectangles for the sides. Cut out the fabric, remembering the seam allowances.
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2. Pin the parts together and sew them on the machine, leaving a hole of about 20 cm.
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3. Turn the pouffe inside out. Turn the edges of the fabric holes inside, pin and sew Velcro.
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4. Do not fill plastic bags very tightly with filler. Then place them in the pouf - just enough so that it retains its shape but is not too hard.
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Chair options:
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An ottoman is certainly a necessary thing in the house. But there is no particular need to buy it, since it is really easy to make it yourself. For this procedure, it will be possible to use various home materials and some tools. To learn how to make a round ottoman with your own hands, it is worth considering some practical recommendations from experienced professionals, studying which you can come to the conclusion that anyone can do it.
The network has a huge number of options for how you can make a pouffe with your own hands. Thanks to independent actions, you can save a significant amount of money and use improvised materials. The most popular ways are as follows:
- seat made of plastic bottles;
- ottoman from a bucket;
- from a cable reel.
Pouffe from plastic bottles
The option of plastic bottles is quite popular, since almost every house has them, and there will be no problems with the source material. In addition, the bottles are quite strong and durable. To make such an ottoman in the hallway, you will also need adhesive tape, foam rubber, thick cardboard or plywood and upholstery fabric.
It is important that the bottles are the same both in size and shape, and in density. Their number depends on how voluminous the pouf you want to make. But remember that the seat will be stronger, the larger the area of \u200b\u200bthe top.
Place the bottles upside down and tie them tightly with duct tape. According to the resulting diameter, cut out four identical circles from cardboard or plywood. Two will go to the lid, and two will go to the bottom. So the design will be stronger. They also need to be attached with tape. This is the preparation.
Bottles are connected to cartons with tape
Now you need to make it soft. To do this, cut a piece of foam rubber of the desired size and wrap the side of the ottoman. Cut out a circle for the top. Foam rubber can be replaced with synthetic winterizer. The thicker the layer, the better. Glue the material to the workpiece.
The surface of the resulting frame is covered with synthetic winterizer or foam rubber
The seat trim can be made of fabric, leatherette, decorated with ruffles and appliqué. A knitted cover will make the ottoman unique. Using your imagination, you can create what you like best.
Another option is 2 large 10-liter plastic bottles. At one (lower) you need to cut off the neck and insert another into it. In the same way, sheathe with soft material and put on a cover.
Ottoman from a plastic bottle We cut one bottle and combine it with the second For the base and seat, cut out circles from chipboard
Foam rubber for our ottoman We fix the foam rubber on the seat We fix the foam rubber on the side surface
For the bottom, a leatherette circle is suitable. We make a cover from the material you like and pull it over the ottoman
From a bucket
Bucket ottoman
You can also make a pouffe with your own hands from inventory that is no longer used for its intended purpose. It can be, for example, an old leaking bucket. The principle is the same. Turn the bucket upside down, cover it on the sides with batting or synthetic winterizer.
Glue the foam to the sides
Place a suitable round model on top. Soft material can be glued on for a more secure hold.
Glue the foam to the lid
Remove the handles from the buckets in advance, otherwise they will interfere.
We sew a cover
Sew a cover from a pleasant to the touch material and put it on the seat.
We put on a cover
A similar design is obtained by using a cable reel. In a word, if you want to make a round original ottoman with your own hands, you can take any blank and cover it with soft material. A piece of furniture made in this way will not only free your house from trash, but also save money.
From chipboard and plywood
Cylindrical ottoman
And below is a step-by-step guide on how to make an ottoman from scratch, using only the right materials and your skills. Such a product will look beautiful and noble in a city apartment. So, you will need:
- Chipboard about 18 mm thick;
- plywood (3 mm);
- wooden blocks for legs;
- self-tapping screws;
- synthetic winterizer;
- upholstery fabric;
- staples, glue and thread.
First you need to cut out two identical circles. They will serve as the base and top of the pouffe.
We cut out chipboard circles of the required sizes and lumber parts
Then between them put the bars of the desired height and attach with self-tapping screws at the same distance.
We connect circles and beams with self-tapping screws into a frame
When the frame is ready, cut a sheet of plywood to sheathe the side of the product with it.
Along the perimeter on the frame we fix a chipboard sheet, making a wall
Using a stapler, nail the strip at the top and bottom to the chipboard.
Fully anchored wall
Now you can glue the workpiece with soft material. The top layer should be thick to sit comfortably on the pouffe. 5 centimeters will be enough.
Fastening of foam rubber and synthetic winterizer
Sew a cover from any upholstery material. It can be eco-leather, dense fabric.
Finished case
You can attach it to the frame with staples or glue.
We put on a cover and fix it from below with a stapler or nails
If desired, make legs for the ottoman.
We fasten the legs
As you can see, making such uncomplicated home furniture is completely easy.
Ready product
To do this, you only need a little ingenuity, improvised materials and tools, and a suitable idea. Considering how much finished furniture costs in stores, you will understand how profitable it is to be able to do something with your own hands. In addition, you can be truly proud of your poufs, because you have invested in them not only work, but also your soul.
If you want to update the interior of your home, but the plans do not include large financial investments, then such a wonderful piece of furniture as a soft ottoman will be an excellent solution. It will refresh the atmosphere of your home, as well as add coziness and comfort.
Poufs are not only a beautiful element of decor, but also have wide functionality. They are used as a footrest, upholstered seat, pillow for a beloved animal, for storing things, etc. And if it would be better to buy an armchair or sofa in a furniture store, then you can make an ottoman yourself using various improvised means. Today on the net you can find a lot of ideas for self-manufacturing poufs. And what kind of materials are not used, you read and just wonder how you could think of it before! But once you try to bring one of them to life, you immediately ask yourself: why didn’t I know this before?
First of all, we bring to your attention a master class for making a cylindrical ottoman with your own hands. A pouffe of this classic shape can be placed in the hallway, living room or bedroom.
For its production we need:
Cylindrical ottoman
- chipboard sheet with a thickness of at least 16 mm;
- wooden blocks 30x20 mm - 8 pcs.;
- furniture stapler;
- self-tapping screws;
- screwdriver;
- sheets of foam rubber and synthetic winterizer;
- glue for foam rubber;
- furniture fabric (tapestry, velor, capitonné, etc.);
- legs or rollers.
Having decided on the required size of the future pouf, cut out two circles from sheet chipboard and one of the same from foam rubber.
We cut out chipboard circles of the required sizes and lumber parts
Connect the bars and circles, fixing them tightly with screws - the frame for the pouffe is ready.
We connect circles and beams with self-tapping screws into a frame
Then, a rectangle should be cut out of the chipboard sheet with a width equal to the height of the frame and fixed around the perimeter, making a wall.
We fix a sheet of chipboard around the perimeter
Fully anchored wall
A circle of foam rubber is glued on the seat, and a synthetic winterizer around the structure.
Fastening of foam rubber and synthetic winterizer
A cover is sewn from the selected upholstery fabric according to a scheme similar to the one we used to make blanks for the frame.
We make a case
Finished case
Finished cover - the upholstery is put on a wooden structure and fixed at the base of the pouffe with a stapler or nails.
We put on a cover and fix it from below with a stapler or nails
It remains to attach the legs and the homemade pouffe is ready!
We fasten the legs
Ready product
Following our step-by-step instructions, you can easily sew a comfortable, original pouffe with your own hands. In the same way, a square pouffe is made, photos and video examples of which can be found in Runet in large numbers.
Fashionable and modern: pear ottoman
Scheme pear ottoman
Next, we will talk about how to sew an ottoman bag with your own hands - a very fashionable piece of furniture in modern interior decor. You think, is it not easier to buy such a corner ottoman in a store? Certainly easier, but much more expensive! And it is for those who value their money and at least a little versed in the field of cutting and sewing, this step-by-step instruction is dedicated.
To make a soft ottoman pear you will need:
- dense upholstery fabric - 320x150 mm;
- fabric for the inner cover - 300x150 mm;
- expanded polystyrene filler with the addition of holofiber - 0.5-1 cu. meter.;
- pattern paper;
- dense threads;
- lightning - 60 cm.
The sizes of ottomans are determined mainly by the height of the people who will use them. It is better to equal the tallest member of the family, since people with a smaller stature will in any case be very comfortable on a large bag.
Upholstery fabric should preferably be dense to support the shape of the bag and more resistant to wear. An excellent option would be tapestry, suede, jeans, capitonné, eco-leather, etc.
The inner cover of the pouffe should be made of smooth, sliding, synthetic fabric. Thanks to this choice, the filler will freely move around the bag, taking the form of a person sitting in it.
Tailoring
The pouffe pattern consists of six wedges of the bag itself and one lower part for its base.
Bean bag pattern
First, you need to draw the required details on paper, and then transfer them to the fabric for the inside and outside of the pouffe.
Cutting is carried out taking into account seam allowances of about 1.5 cm.
The parts of the upholstery bag should be slightly larger than those intended for the filler - this will make it much easier for you to put the outer cover on the filler bag.
The second stage of work will be stitching all the fabric elements of the bag. First, sew the wedges together, and then proceed to the base. Don't forget to leave room for the zipper on the outer cover - the zipper will make it easier to care for the bean bag chair and allow you to update the cover at any time. When both bags are ready, fill the inner bag with filler to 2/3 of its volume and carefully sew the remaining sections. Put on a decorative cover from above and fasten the zipper. The pouf is ready!
Ready pouf pear
Despite the fact that such soft ottomans with a back are made at home, they will look great in any of the rooms of your house, adding coziness and comfort to them. In a similar way, you can equip a soft spot for a dog with your own hands, only much smaller.
A practical piece of furniture - a pouffe with a storage box
Ottoman with drawer
We bring to your attention a brief description of the manufacture of a do-it-yourself ottoman, which will combine several practical functions:
- pouffe transformer with one movement of the hand is able to turn from a soft seat into a storage place for many different items;
- an ottoman with a drawer is perfect for dressing tables, because you can not only sit comfortably on it, but also put a lot of hairdressing accessories inside, such as irons, curlers, hair stylers and other items;
- you can not only sit down on a homemade ottoman, undressing in the hallway, but also use it at the same time as a cabinet for shoes or for storing shoe care products.
Materials for work:
- chipboard sheet;
- wooden beam with a section of 4x4 cm;
- wood glue;
- self-tapping screws;
- hacksaw;
- construction stapler for furniture;
- screwdriver or screwdriver;
- foam rubber;
- synthetic winterizer;
- upholstery fabric (velor, eco-leather, suede, capitonné, etc.);
- butt loops;
- furniture rollers.
Stages of work
From a chipboard sheet, it is necessary to cut blanks of the following sizes:
- 37x40 cm - 2 pcs;
- 37x37 cm - 2 pcs;
- 40x40 cm - 2 pcs.
Cut out four pieces of 37 cm from a wooden beam - this will be the height of the ottoman. Next, you should assemble the box - all the side fragments are joined together, after which the bars are glued in the inner corners.
Ottoman frame
From the outside, all parts of the structure are fixed with self-tapping screws. Glue is applied to the bottom of the timber and the bottom of the box is glued. Then you need to let the glue dry well, after which, for reliability, screw in the screws.
Small bars-stoppers for the cover of the ottoman
The box is pasted over with synthetic winterizer, and then, using a furniture stapler, it is sheathed with upholstery fabric. For mobility of the product, rollers can be attached to its underside.
The manufacture of the cover, which acts as a soft and comfortable seat, is carried out as follows: we glue a synthetic winterizer, and then foam rubber, to one of the surfaces of a chipboard sheet measuring 40x40 cm.
We stick foam rubber
Thus, the pillow will be soft, but at the same time keep its shape.
Cover upholstery
On this do-it-yourself wooden ottoman is ready!
New life for old furniture - pouffe from a stool
Pouffe from a stool
Next, we will talk about how to make an ottoman from a stool yourself. If you have an old stool that has lost its presentable appearance, but is still strong at the same time, you should not write it off. Using a little fabric and foam rubber, you can transform it with your own hands from improvised materials into a magnificent, soft and comfortable pouffe.
So, how do we make an ottoman from an old stool:
- We cut out a cut from the upholstery fabric measuring 120 cm by 34 cm for the side and a circle with a diameter of 48 cm for the pillow. To make the seat soft, cut out a circle of foam rubber and glue it to the top of the chair.
- We sew a cover from fabric blanks: first, it is necessary to make a running seam along the edge of the circle and slightly pull it off. Next, you need to sew a circle to the long side of the rectangular cut, and decorate the seams with a decorative cord or ribbon. Sew adhesive tape along the open edge, the bottom edge must be hemmed.
- From pieces of fabric, make 4 pockets and sew them to the cover at a uniform distance from each other. Pockets can be decorated to taste with different decorative elements.
- The finished cover, the manufacture of which took no more than an hour, is put on a stool.
Today we told you about how to make a do-it-yourself ottoman step by step in several versions - a pouffe from stools, a pouf made from chipboard and soft filler. You are given the opportunity to choose the most optimal and acceptable option for yourself, which will depend on your abilities, financial capabilities, as well as on the design style of your rooms. In any case, such an original detail in the interior will not go unnoticed and will not only decorate the house for many years, but also make your rest and life more comfortable.
Have you ever wondered how to make an ottoman with your own hands? Actually, it's easy. The main thing is to select the necessary materials and tools, and then proceed according to the instructions. The ottoman is a very comfortable thing in the interior. It doesn't take up much space. You can choose from many design options depending on the style of the room. In addition, making it yourself is a pleasant thing that allows you to embody the most interesting ideas.
How to make a frame puff
The frame pouffe is very easy to make yourself. Such a piece of furniture will decorate the room and will serve as a chair (and very comfortable and soft). In addition, you can also store any small items in it.
It is necessary to prepare in advance a ruler, glue (carpentry type), a pencil, a stapler (construction), a hacksaw, wood screws, a screwdriver and a hammer. Of the materials you will need a special fabric with which we sheathe the frame. It is necessary to choose exactly the one that is intended just for decorative upholstery of upholstered furniture. In addition, you need 1 more timber with dimensions of 15 * 4 * 4 cm, a pair of piano hinges, 4 rollers for furniture, chipboard with dimensions of 175 * 240 * 0.16 cm. All this is taken based on a standard ottoman with dimensions of approximately 40 *40*50 cm.
Before starting work, it is necessary to study the step-by-step instructions. It is as follows:
- First you need to make markings on the material, and then the blanks. To make the walls of the structure, you will need 2 cuts with dimensions of 37 * 40 cm. To arrange the side parts, you need 2 blanks that have dimensions of 37 * 37 cm. In addition, you need to cut 1 more square with a length and width of 40 cm.
- Now you can start cutting out these parts. To do this, you can use a hacksaw.
- The beam is supposed to be divided into 4 parts so that each is 37 cm long.
- Now it is necessary to assemble a box from the cut out parts. The height should be 37 cm.
- The finished structure is fixed with carpentry glue. It is supposed to be applied from the inside of the product. Due to this, the part will be more rigid.
- Now it is additionally required to fix the corners with self-tapping screws - this must be done from the outside of the corners. If there is a desire, then the structure can also be strengthened with metal corners, which should be purchased before that at any hardware store.
- Now it is supposed to apply an adhesive substance to the underside of the box. The same applies to the end side of the bars.
- Glue the bottom and wait until the assembled frame dries.
- Additionally, insert self-tapping screws into the ends to strengthen the product.
- Now you can start making the cover. It is necessary to fix 4 stop bars in the inner surface of the perimeter of the box.
- It is necessary to check that the stiffeners are correctly fixed. They should not interfere with the lifting of the pouffe lid.
- Now it remains to do the upholstery. How to sheathe an ottoman - everyone chooses independently, depending on their own preferences and the interior of the room. It is recommended to use batting, synthetic winterizer, foam rubber, holofiber. Top can be covered with additional upholstery.
Now the ottoman is completely ready. And this is not just a beautiful item - it can replace a chair and a small bedside table for small things.
Poufs from bottles and reels
At home, you can make an ottoman from the most unusual items. For example, you can use plastic bottles. There are already many crafts from this available material. A pouffe made of it will not only be distinguished by its decorative properties, but will also become very practical.
It is necessary to prepare 40 plastic bottles in advance. And don't throw away the lids. In addition, you also need adhesive tape - choose only a wide tape. For filling, a synthetic winterizer or foam rubber is needed - the material will be used for lining. Additionally, you need scissors, knitting threads, a stapler, a hook or knitting needles that are used for knitting. And of course, you need to choose a decorative fabric for upholstery.
Do-it-yourself ottoman step by step looks like this:
- First, make a design out of bottles. All containers must be tightly closed with lids. Use adhesive tape to connect parts. It is necessary to make several layers of plastic bottles. You can fix all the bottles at once, but experts advise fixing them only a few at a time - this will increase the strength of the structure. When the sections are received, they are also supposed to be fixed to each other.
- Now it will be necessary to do a pattern of cardboard. To do this, you just need to attach the workpiece to a circle, the diameter of which is about 40 cm. Then draw lines with a pencil. Then cut out 2 circles. Both blanks must be attached on both sides of the impromptu pouffe and secured with adhesive tape.
- Next up is the lining. It is necessary to cut 2 circles of the same diameter as the previous blanks. In addition, you also need to cut out a rectangle, which is supposed to wrap the structure on the sides. Using a stapler, you should fix the foam rubber or other material that is used for linings on the structure. The linings will still need to be additionally sewn together along the connection lines.
- You need to make a cover. For this, any dense fabric is used. You can choose a special material that is used for upholstery of upholstered furniture, but if this is not possible, then any other will do - the main thing is that it is dense enough.
- At the end, it remains to sew the side and upper parts of the pouffe to the bottom.
Now the pouffe from ordinary plastic bottles is ready. By the way, it can be done with a back. In this case, it is still necessary to make a blank of such a shape that the pouffe should have. The back of the product must also be sheathed with foam rubber and decorative fabric.
Do-it-yourself round ottoman can be made from a coil. If the interior of the room is made in a rustic or classic style, then you can decorate it with a pouffe, which is made from a coil. The result is a durable and reliable product that can be decorated at will. The pouf will turn out original and interesting.
You need to find a wooden coil. It can be made not from wood, but from chipboard - this option is also suitable. Cardboard, upholstery, batting or foam rubber, polystyrene and adhesive mass are also needed. From the tools you need to prepare in advance a drill, a stapler and a sewing machine.
Instructions for creating a pouffe are as follows:
- From the foam, cut out the details with the planned shape. They should be the same size as the tops of the coil. Fix the parts with glue.
- Now you need to make a template to work with a soft layer and decorative fabric. To do this, it is supposed to cut a circle on paper or film with the same dimensions as the tops of the coil, but you still need to make a small allowance in order to stitch these parts.
- It is supposed to smear wooden circles with glue and fix circles that are cut out of foam rubber on them.
- It is necessary to wrap the entire structure with cardboard and fix it with glue and a stapler.
- After that, you need to wrap the pouffe in batting and also secure with a stapler. It is preliminarily supposed to measure everything, and then remove everything superfluous.
- It remains only to complete the upholstery. The material should be stretched, but not too tight.
At the end, it remains only to attach the legs to the structure.
How to make fabric puffs
From the fabric you can make a multi-colored pouffe. The original product comes out. For it, you will need various pieces of fabric, but they must all be combined with each other in shades. In addition, fillers and lining material are needed. Still need big buttons.
The algorithm of actions is quite simple:
- Think about the pattern first. It is necessary to draw a circle whose diameter will be the same as that of the planned product. Then divide the circle into 4 parts, and then each part obtained into another 3. Now it is supposed to cut pieces in the form of petals from the fabric. Be sure to leave a couple more centimeters to connect the joints. The same is supposed to be done with the lining material.
- Connect all the details.
- Now make the bottom part of the product. It is best to use a thick fabric. From the inside, the top and bottom of the pouffe must be sewn. At the same time, do not sew at the end of 1 piece in the shape of a petal.
- Now you need to turn out the material and use the filler.
- At the end, it remains only to sew the remaining places and mask the seams with large buttons, attaching them on top and bottom of the structure.
You can also make an interesting and simple pouffe from an ordinary sweater. Such an item will fit into any interior, and everyone will cope with its creation. You need to find a suitable sweater - you can even take a worn one, but it is recommended to choose a product made of wool.
Another interesting option is a pouffe that looks like a ball. To create it, only polyethylene, fillers, graph paper (to make a pattern) and various fabrics in two shades are needed. This ottoman is very simple, but at the same time comfortable and will definitely fit into any room.
Conclusion
Among all the options listed, everyone will be able to find the one that is most suitable for him. All the instructions described are very simple, so that even a beginner can cope with such a task and make a pouffe with his own hands. This piece of furniture is very convenient and practical. In addition, it will also decorate the room.
Having made a stylish ottoman with your own hands, you can refresh the interior of the bedroom, make it more cozy and comfortable. This compact piece of furniture is not only a beautiful decorative accessory, but also very functional. It can be used as a table, upholstered seat, footrest, as well as for storing various small items.
In this article, we will consider various options for self-manufacturing a pouffe for a bedroom. You are waiting for step-by-step instructions, photos and videos with master classes.
Making your own ottoman is not so difficult. This is within the power of both experienced craftsmen and needlewomen, and beginners. For its manufacture, a variety of materials at hand are suitable, which do not require large financial investments. You can make puffs of any shape, size and filling: round, square, cylindrical, pear-shaped, with or without a solid frame. The ability to decorate hand-made products to your liking, in accordance with the style of the room, will harmoniously fit them into the interior.
Ottomans for the bedroom: options and common models
Modern bedroom ottomans vary in design, shape, size and design. Their main feature is the absence of a back. They can be on wheels, on small legs or without them at all. As a rule, their height is slightly less than that of standard chairs, but there are also very low models. By design, poufs come with a solid frame and frameless.
Frame puffs are made of durable materials: wood, chipboard and plywood. Inside the models it is convenient to store linen and other trifles. On such a bedside ottoman, you can fold a bedspread and decorative pillows for bedtime. They can be fully upholstered with soft padding, which is covered with fabric, leather or fur. Sometimes only the seats are made soft, and the rest of the surfaces are covered only with upholstery materials. Most often, this design has an ottoman for a dressing table, replacing a bulky chair.
Frameless models are bags of various shapes filled with soft materials, such as synthetic winterizer, foam rubber, holofiber or expanded polystyrene. They can be in the form of a ball, cube, cylinder, pear, flower, etc. Covers for this type of ottomans are sewn from dense fabrics or leather, knitted from yarn, woven from various durable ribbons.
By appointment, poufs in the interior are divided into several categories. Poufs-banquettes are used for sitting and storing things.
Bedside pouffes, as a rule, are part of the bedroom set, and are made in the same style as the bed.
Transforming poufs can easily turn into a compact armchair with a back, into a fairly spacious box for storing children's toys, and even into a table.
How to make an ottoman with your own hands
It will not be difficult to make an original and high-quality ottoman if you choose the right materials and tools, and strictly follow the sequence of stages of the creative process.
For the manufacture of models with a frame, wooden boards, chipboard, rattan and thick plywood are suitable. Depending on the model chosen, you will need furniture legs or wheels.
A variant of the manufacture of a round ottoman made of wood.
Holofiber, synthetic winterizer, polyurethane foam and foam rubber can be used as upholstery for frames and filling soft ottomans.
Durable fabrics, natural and artificial leather, fur and decorative cords are suitable for covers and outer covering of frame products. It is better to choose the fabric depending on the design and style of the puffs. It can be cotton, linen, nylon, microfiber, tapestry, jacquard, chenille or thick satin.
It will help to make a do-it-yourself ottoman with a master class, the video of which is shown below.
We decide on the design and construction of the product
When choosing the design of the pouffe, which is planned to be made with your own hands, you should take into account the level of skill of the author. For those who have carpentry skills, it will not be difficult to make wooden ottomans with lids and drawers.
Drawing of an ottoman with a lid
It is better for beginner needlewomen to give preference to frameless pouffes, products made from unusual materials, for example, from plastic bottles, buckets, tires or ready-made wooden boxes.
Here is such a wonderful ottoman for the bedroom can be made from an unnecessary car tire.
Experienced seamstresses can easily create unique soft ottomans of any shape, with covers from a variety of materials.
The design of the handicraft should be chosen according to the style of the room. For apartments in a classic style, poufs of strict shape on elegant wooden and metal legs or on wheels are perfect. It is better to use expensive and luxurious fabrics as upholstery, and fringe, decorative cords and beautiful handles for decoration.
For the interior of rooms in more modern styles, you can choose models upholstered in leather, fur, fabrics with beautiful and original patterns. Soft puffs-bags of various shapes with covers made of various fabrics or knitted from yarn are also perfect.
How to make an ottoman from a stool
From an old stool that has lost its visual appeal, but still strong, you can make a beautiful and spectacular ottoman in the bedroom, which will add fresh notes to its interior. To do this, you will need upholstery fabric, foam rubber, glue and any decorative elements, such as cords, ribbons, fringe, large beads. The choice of decor depends on the style of the bedroom, taste preferences and the flight of fancy of the author of the man-made accessory.
First, we suggest watching a short video on the topic:
Having prepared all the necessary materials, you can start making a pouffe by following the step-by-step instructions below.
- Cut out a circle with a diameter of 50 cm from the foam rubber and glue it on the seat of the stool.
- Make a blank for the sides with a size of 35 * 120 cm and a round blank with a diameter of 50 cm from the upholstery fabric.
- Make a basting line along the edge of the round blank and pull it off slightly.
- Sew adhesive tape onto the narrow edges of the blank for the sidewalls and hem the bottom edge.
- Sew the top edge of the rectangular blank to the circle and overlay the edge.
- Decorate the seams on the front side of the resulting cover with a ribbon or cord. Decorate with other decorative elements as desired.
The finished cover is put on a stool, and it turns into a comfortable home-made ottoman with a soft seat.
How to sheathe an ottoman
Fitting an ottoman is an important stage in its creation, requiring patience and accuracy. To upholster an ottoman with your own hands, you will need foam rubber, synthetic winterizer, selected material, furniture stapler and glue.
First you need to make a blank for the seat from foam rubber and glue it. Then cut out a rectangle from the synthetic winterizer, corresponding in size to the height of the sidewalls and the sum of the widths of all four sides. Next, a layer of glue is applied to the frame and a synthetic winterizer blank is glued. For greater strength, it is better to fix it with a furniture stapler.
The final stage of work is fitting the ottoman with a cloth or other selected material. First you need to cut blanks for the seat, sidewalls and bottom, not forgetting to make allowances for the gates. Then attach these parts with a stapler. It is better to decorate the finished ottoman with various decorative elements.
In this way, you can transform an old wooden ottoman, the upholstery of which has lost its former attractiveness.
For sheathing the ottoman, you can use leather, which is attached with a furniture stapler.
Knitted ottoman with your own hands
Like all frameless models, a knitted ottoman consists of a bag with filler and a removable cover. Such an accessory is best suited for interiors in a modern style, as well as minimalism, art deco, hi-tech. It can be given any shape: ball, hemisphere, cube, cylinder, flower, etc.
By the way! Knitted puffs of bright saturated colors will look great in a children's room.
Covers knitted from yarn can also be worn on frame models. Such pouffes will perfectly complement the interior of a bedroom in Provence, Scandinavian, eco- and ethnic styles.
You can crochet or knit a pouffe. The choice of knitting technique and pattern depends on the skill of the needlewoman.
To make a round model with your own hands, you must first sew a bag out of dense fabric and fill it with foam rubber, padding polyester or other material that is at hand. Then you should start making a cover from yarn or coarse threads. Most often they are knitted with a pearl pattern, i.e. alternate front and back loops in each row.
Knitted ottoman with knitting needles
To knit an ottoman with knitting needles, you will need to make two circles, the diameter of which should correspond to the size of the filler bag. Then you need to sew the edges of the blanks to the middle, and sew a zipper on the rest. The finished cover is put on the inner bag, the zipper is fastened and the original ottoman is ready.
By the same principle, you can make a product of any other shape and crochet an ottoman from yarn or ribbons.
Do-it-yourself ottoman cover
You can make a removable cover for an ottoman of any shape with your own hands. To do this, it is not necessary to make a pattern, it is enough to measure its dimensions and you can get to work.
So, to sew a cover for a square ottoman you will need:
- the cloth;
- threads;
- sticky tape or zipper;
- decorative elements for decoration.
Stages of work:
- Measure the size of the pouffe cover, cut out the workpiece, making allowances for the seams of 3 cm.
- Cut a blank for the sidewalls, the width of which is equal to the height of the pouf, and the length is equal to the sum of the widths of all its sides. At the same time, do not forget about seam allowances: 3 cm along the top and side edges, 5 cm along the bottom.
- Sew adhesive tape or a zipper onto the narrow part of the blank for the sidewalls.
- Sew both blanks, wrap the edges, and hem the bottom edge with a seam in the hem.
- Turn product right side out. Sew on a decorative cord, ribbon or fringe along the seam line. Decorate with decorative embellishments to your liking.
In this way, you can sew a cover on an ottoman of a cylindrical, rectangular and any other shape.
Ottomans, like all handmade things, will fill the room with positive energy and become its exclusive and stylish decoration. Due to their versatility, they will become an indispensable piece of furniture in any home. Making these practical and beautiful decorative accessories will bring real pleasure to their author, and his hand-made masterpieces will delight households for many years.
We hope that this article will help you make a wonderful ottoman with your own hands. If you have any questions - ask them in the comments below. Our experts will definitely answer them.
