The original "set" of cushions, made using the same color combinations, but in different variations
There is hardly an apartment where there is no sofa. Each of them is made in its own way: in a variety of colors, from a different material, with a peculiar design, size and quality. The acquisition of a new sofa is an event for a family: it creates convenience, and its purpose is quite functional: comfortable for rest, adapted for sleeping. The sofa is one of the most durable pieces of furniture: it can last for many years.
Fashionable “Scottish” sofa with plain pillows in the living room interior
However, over time, it becomes boring to use it: even if it does not creak, the usual design, the usual furniture covering becomes uninteresting. So, you need to think of what could be the highlight in the design of your favorite couch.
Cushions for the living room in the oriental style
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Various sofa cushions for a small sofa for guests
A great solution to the update and decoration will be decorative pillows on the sofa.
Much more interesting will look, upholstered furniture, decorated with a variety of pillows: large and small, colored and monophonic, laid in a certain order or casually thrown.
Delicate turquoise pillows “Flowers” for a plain sofa in the interior of a cozy living room
Handmade decorative pillows for your sofa
Decorate the sofa, make it comfortable, attractive, you can, if you buy a pillow in any textile or textile store. But special chic and exclusivity will give the furniture and the whole interior of the apartment pillows on the sofa - with your own hands. And the masters of the secret writers who work wonders - more than enough!
Handmade soft cushions of different shapes and colors
Homemade needlewomen have long been not inspired by the traditional square or round shapes of products. Today, a decorative pillow made at home can be perceived as a work of art. She can give shape:
The purpose of pillows has changed: from a purely “bedroom” accessory, it has become a part of the decor of an apartment. Very large and soft, they are now often used as an element of furniture, replacing the chair. On the huge cushions it is convenient to arrange gatherings. Children during games will be happy to roll on them on the floor. In this case, they are used as ottomans or comfortable chairs of unusual design.
Large and small white pillows for rest and games fit perfectly into the interior of the room
In the nursery, they can be bright and elegant, in other rooms they can fit into the overall interior with a bright spot against the background of classical strict design or, on the contrary, “muffle” the brightness of the design with products in monochromatic discreet colors.
Large soft pillows “Large flowers” for the children's room
For the manufacture of home decorative pillows using different materials, which gives the product originality, originality.
They easily fit into any interior, look spectacular on beds in bedrooms and nurseries, on small sofas, armchairs in any part of the apartment, creating cozy corners of relaxation and favorite activities.
Decorative pillows "Sovushki" of different shapes for girls in the nursery
Master class with step by step photos of making soft pillows in the shape of a flower
Even if the housekeeper has a little experience in sewing, she is able to master the technology of making pillows on the sofa: they will use the recommendations of experienced needlewomen enough.
Preparation for sewing you need to start with the choice of the shape of the future cushion, size, material for manufacturing, make a pattern.
Baby pillow in the shape of a cat with their own hands
If the shape and size are chosen arbitrarily, the selection of the material should be carefully considered and a number of factors that may influence the results of the work should be taken into account. Do not forget that the cushion is decorative, which means it does not have to be combined with the color of the sofa, armchair or the overall decoration of the room. It is considered in the interior of the apartment as an original decoration. At the same time, no one has canceled a landmark on the overall interior.
Tailoring a new sofa cushion cover
The choice of fabric will give its effect and will be functionally useful or will remain only a way to diversify the color design of the room.
| the cloth | Material characteristics |
| Cotton | Well breathable
Lasting It gives a feeling of warmth Easy to wash Suitable for children and bedrooms |
| Silk | Various bright colors
Lasting Gives a cool feeling on hot days. Will decorate a bedroom of adults, an armchair, a sofa |
| Leather | Robust
Requires attentive care (cleaning) Used for decorative trim pillows |
| Brocade | Elegant dense material
Gives a sense of wealth and respectability In children's pillows - only in the form of inserts |
| Velvet | Soft beautiful
Makes a pillow elegant With constant use and frequent washing, it is quickly erased and loses its appearance. |
| Calico | Dense, long service life
Various colors Erasable well Suitable in pillows for children |
| Fur | Soft, warm, "tender" material
Requires constant cleaning or washing Accumulates a lot of dust May cause allergic reactions. |
To sew a pillow, you will need fabric and ordinary sewing accessories, to which other than filler, you can add decorative buttons.
Unusual cushion "Buttons", made by hand
By the way, it is necessary to pay attention to the properties and characteristics of the material that is used as a pillow filler:
The correct filler for cushions
Attention!The filler after washing should not lose its shape.
Practice shows: most often as a filler for decorative pillows are used: foam, sintepon, hollofayber.
There are other fillers used for stuffing pillows:
Silicone filler in the form of balls for filling pillows
Original painting cushions do it yourself
Amazing in their method of making pillows will be the pride of the skilled workers, and the guests will be delighted with unusual stylish patterns placed on the pillow cases. But even more amazed if they find out that fantastic images have appeared with the help of ice!
Using this amazing painting method, you can make several unusual cushion covers in one step.
The resulting fabric for pillows by staining with ice
For this you will need:
Council To avoid using hard abrasive cleaners for hands after painting, use rubber gloves..
Making cushions do it yourself
The technology of making pillows with painting is extremely simple.
The result is stunning!
Original colored cushions painted with ice
Not everyone loves and knows how to sew, but for many needlewomen knitting is a favorite occupation: they can devote all their free time to it. So, you can tie a beautiful decorative pillow with knitting or crocheting. Moreover, the knitting technique can be different, and the fantasy of home-grown craftswomen - to create real masterpieces: fine openwork knit or dense reliable ornament. A variety of colors will allow to realize any idea. The main thing is an exclusive which cannot be found in stores.
Beautiful handmade pillows, knit
Pillows-letters or numbers will become an excellent decoration of a children's room, and figurine-shaped pillows will cause special delight in kids. There is no doubt that they will become the favorites of children who will not only be happy to sleep on them, but also make them an element of games. Sew them easy, but you need to prepare a pattern (pattern). It is good if the two sides of the product are made of materials of different colors and textures, for example, one side is bright, with an interesting natural or “childish” ornament, and the other is made of a single-tone dense fabric.
By the way, such a pillow can be a wonderful gift for a child and perform a developmental function: if you sew several pads in the form of letters or numbers, you can be sure that the child will learn to read and count rather quickly.
Interior volumetric letters-pillows handmade
Seamless decorative pillow for the sofa
Needlewomen can make pillows on which to sleep - a pleasure. And all because it is almost impossible to find a seam on them. You can learn how to make seamless pillows by looking at one of the master classes for home craftswomen.
Beautiful handmade pillows embroidered with ribbons
The decorating is not limited to the listed methods. The originality and special charm of the products will be given by the finish, made with the help of:
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