Often, the effect of redecoration can be achieved, almost without resorting to it, by introducing new details into the interior of the home, be it a closet, a soft corner, or even relatively small interior details that look stylish.
An example of this is an originally made ottoman, made independently or bought in a furniture store.
How to make an ottoman easily and without large material costs, with photos and instructions, will be discussed in this article.
Fabric ottoman
To make a fabric ottoman, you will need the following materials and tools:
- pieces of fabric of various colors;
- sewing machine;
- thread, buttons and needle;
- foam rubber or synthetic winterizer filler.
In order for the ottoman to retain its shape under loads and be elastic, a lot of filler will be needed.
Work begins with the manufacture of patterns. First, a circle of such a diameter is cut out of a suitable piece of thick cardboard, which should be the product in its final form.
The resulting circle is divided into 6-12 parts, depending on how many types of fabric are available and what the number of segments will be for a round ottoman. Then, with the help of these patterns, pieces of fabric are cut out with a small margin for stitching, and the same is done with the lining.
It turns out two bases - the upper and lower, which are also sewn together. It is important to leave one of the segments unsewn in order to be able to stuff.
The final stage of the process is the stuffing of the product with synthetic winterizer or foam rubber filler. When stuffing, you need to pay attention to the moment so that when you press hard, the ottoman does not deform.
After the end of the process, the remaining unsewn segments are sewn, and in the center, at the junction of the petals on both sides of the ottoman, they are sewn on a button.
Pouffe filled with polyethylene bottles
Usually plastic bottles are taken to the trash, but there is a better option - to use them as a filler. To work, you will need the following materials and tools:
- several dozen plastic bottles;
- adhesive tape, preferably wide;
- lining made of synthetic winterizer or foam rubber;
- thread, needle and buttons;
- sufficient amount of fabric to make a cover.
First of all, a skeleton is constructed from bottles with tightly screwed caps, which is fastened with adhesive tape. If possible, the frame is given a rounded shape.
Then two circles of the corresponding diameter are cut out of cardboard. Also, with the help of adhesive tape, cardboard is attached to the bottles from above and below.
Two circles of the corresponding diameter are cut out of the foam rubber for the upper and lower sides, and a rectangle into which the frame is wrapped from the side. Fastening is carried out to the cardboard using a glue stapler or sewn on, foam rubber is placed on the glue from the side.
The matter remains small - you need to sew a cover of the appropriate shape and size for the resulting softened frame.
Thus, with minimal material costs, a quite decent, soft ottoman with an original design is obtained.
Pouffe from a plastic bucket
If the household has a plastic bucket without a handle, and there are no ideas where to put it, you can use it as a frame for an ottoman. In addition to the bucket, you will need a hemp rope, a glue gun, cardboard, a large button, microfiber and a stapler.
The idea is this - the bucket is braided with a rope, which is immediately glued to its side surface. Further, according to the shape of the bottom of the bucket, a circle is cut out of cardboard; a circle is also made of fabric, somewhat larger in diameter.
In the center, the fabric and cardboard are connected with a button, which is wrapped with microfiber rolled into a tube, fixing it with a glue gun.
Wrapping is carried out to the edge of the cardboard, then the top layer of fabric is attached to its reverse side by means of a stapler. To complete the product, the lid and base are glued together. The cost of funds, as in previous cases, is minimal.
Photo instruction on how to make an ottoman with your own hands
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.
More than a decade ago, ottomans were very popular. Today, these elements of the interior are back in fashion. On the market, this multifunctional product is presented in a large assortment. But, if desired, the ottoman can be made with your own hands. To do this, you just need to select the type of construction and prepare the necessary materials and tools. So, how to make an ottoman with your own hands? What will be needed for this?
Puffs made of chipboard are very popular. Such designs can withstand heavy loads and can be used as a full-fledged stool. They can also have different design features. This may be a hinged lid design or other options. In any case, to build a simple ottoman from chipboard, you will need:
- Chipboard sheet. Its size should be 240x175x1.6 cm. You can also use plywood. Its thickness should not be less than 1.3 cm. This will be enough for adults to use the ottoman.
- A beam with a section of 4x4 cm and a length of 150 cm.
- If desired, the product can be made on wheels. In this case, you need 4 rollers.
- If the ottoman is made with a hinged lid, then 2 more loops will be needed.
- Foam rubber or synthetic winterizer is used as a filler.
- Tapestry or other dense fabric is suitable for upholstery.
As for the tools, to make an ottoman with your own hands you will need:
- a hacksaw with fine teeth or a jigsaw, which will allow you to cut chipboard or plywood with high quality;
- a hammer;
- self-tapping screws;
- screwdriver or screwdriver;
- construction stapler or furniture studs with wide hats;
- wood glue.
To simplify and speed up the process, you can use a box with legs. It is made from bars, which are interconnected by self-tapping screws. But what could be better than a handmade square ottoman on wheels with a hinged lid. Thus, the design will be used not only for sitting, but also for storing various small things or toys. A step-by-step master class will show how easy it is to organize the production of such furniture at home.
Manufacturing
So, do-it-yourself ottoman in your house is done step by step, with the exact observance of each item. So, we make a pouffe:
- First of all, markup is applied to the chipboard sheet. For the construction of the frame, you will need 5 identical squares, 40x40 cm in size. The result will be 4 walls and the bottom of the box. Here it is worth remembering that a rather thick material is used for the manufacture of the structure, which will ensure its resistance to various loads.
- As for the lid, it can be round, square or oval. A simplified version involves the manufacture of a square cover. In size, it will be slightly larger than the box. So, a workpiece measuring 43x43 cm will be enough. As a result of all the work, a pouffe will be obtained, the height of which will be 53 cm. All dimensions are taken into account here, starting with the height of the box and ending with the thickness of the skin.
- When the markup is applied, you can safely proceed to cutting the material. Do not worry if this process results in somewhat uneven workpieces. All defects as a result will be hidden under the skin. It is also worth cutting the bar into 4 equal parts. As a result, the length of one segment will be 40 cm.
- Next, you need to make a box, for which ready-made blanks are used. A wooden cube is formed from plywood, in the corners of which bars are installed. Initially, they are fixed with glue. When it dries, the plywood is screwed to the bars with self-tapping screws. This will give the structure rigidity and reliability. The hats go deep into the plywood, which in the future will prevent damage to the upholstery. Also, metal corners are widely used to strengthen the structure. The bottom of the box is attached using the same technology.
- At the next stage, a cover for the pouffe is made. On the inside of the workpiece, four bars are attached around the perimeter. This will prevent the cover from moving while sitting. Before fixing the bars, you need to make sure that the lid closes easily.
- At the final stage, the wheels are attached to the structure. For greater reliability, they should be fixed in the corners of the box, directly into the bars.
Thus, a do-it-yourself pouffe according to the given master class can be considered ready. It remains only to test it for strength and carry out the skin. At this stage, it will still be possible to eliminate the shortcomings.
Upholstery
First of all, you need to cut a piece of foam rubber. It must match the dimensions of the lid. It is fixed to it with wood glue. The next step is to cut out the fabric for the upholstery of the seat. In size, it is made somewhat larger so that it is possible to completely cover the seat and wrap the material for fastening a little. Fix the fabric with furniture nails or a construction stapler.
When the cover is ready, you can start upholstery on the sides of the pouffe. To do this, you need to take the fabric and cut a piece out of it, the length of which will be the size of the box. Since the sides are 40 cm high, the length of the workpiece should be 160 cm. In this case, you need to make a margin of several centimeters, which will allow you to bend the material for fastening. After that, you can fix the upholstery fabric on the product.
A few ideas for creating ottomans
At home, a pouffe can be made with your own hands from improvised materials. So, many are wondering how to make a round ottoman with their own hands. It is very easy to make such furniture. As a base, plastic bottles are used, which are interconnected with ordinary adhesive tape.
Round blanks are attached above and below. The material used is thick cardboard or plywood. Fastening is carried out using glue or self-tapping screws. At the final stage, it remains only to wrap the structure with foam rubber and sheathe it with a cloth. In this case, you need to form the appropriate shape of the pouffe. Also for the manufacture of such furniture, you can use 20-liter plastic bottles.
A good option would be a pouffe bench with a back. It can consist of several puffs or a one-piece design. Often, ready-made stools are used to make such furniture, which will somewhat simplify the process. If desired, a pouffe bench can be made of wood yourself. It can be equipped with a folding side, which will open access to the interior space. It can be used to store shoes and other small items.
In fact, there are quite a few options for making such furniture in the hallway. As a material for the frame, improvised materials are used, such as a cardboard barrel, pipe sections, and even plastic boxes. If desired, you can make an ottoman without a frame. As a filler, foam rubber scraps and fabrics, foam rubber granules and other fillers are used.
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;
- polystyrene foam 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 a 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 an ottoman with your own hands step by step in several ways - a pouffe from stools, a pouffe 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.
This small neat pouf is essentially a "thick" pillow. It can be placed on the floor and used as a seat or footrest, or placed on a sofa or armchair.
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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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