How to make -
A Plain Cushion
zipped in a plain or patterned fabric
Materials
  • - Fabric
  • - Thread
  • - Zip (std NOT concealed)
  • - Cushion Pad
    • Tools
  • - Sewing Machine
  • - Zip Foot
  • - Needles
  • - Pins
  • - Scissors
  • - Set Square
  • - Straight Edge
  • - Invisible Marker
  • - Cushion Template
    • Step 6: Finish the Cushion

    TO FINISH

    • Make sure the zip is open.
    • Lay the 2 fabric panels back together right sides touching (align and pin).
    • Machine stitch along the remaining 3 sides approximately 2cm in from the edge.
    • Turn the cover through.
    • Insert the pad.

    This video shows you
    • How to pin the panels together.
    • How to set out a 2cm guide.
    • How to stitch the corners.
    • Which thread colour to use.
    • How to deal with overlocker thread tails.

    Your Questions & Comments

    Helen

    I am making a cushion with the back in a velvet fabric. Have you got any tips on how to prevent the velvet creeping when stitching the two sides together?

    SewHelpful:
    1. Pin,Pin,Pin to hold the layers in place
    2. Tack
    3. Keep tension in both layers when you bring the fabric through your machine.
    4. Use a walking foot.
    Westway Interiors

    Can you advise on how you reduce bulk in the corners if cushions overlooked around all sides? Presumably, one cannot trim corners otherwise the overlocking will unravel?

    Otherwise, love your videos....great for visual learners!

    Many thanks

    SewHelpful:

    You can clip the corners and not overlock those areas if it is a really bulky fabric.

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