Wife and I bought a small travel trailer and wanted to cover 4 vinyl clad cushions. Watched your video 4 times to get the feel then did a test piece with heavy fabric. Turned out fantastic. Then progressed to the real fabric, which is a Sunbrella type outdoor heavy duty stuff. The back cushions came out "ok". I think I cut the fabric to short for the envelope slot or back pieces. The seat cushions turned out "A #1" !!!! I dont sew but I do measure, mark and cut. I did those parts and my wife did the actual sewing parts. Measurements were so precise, that we ended up with only about and 18 inch scrap end piece!!! Great video and great instruction. Thank you.
Thank you 😊 going to make my helping a brother redo his camper cushions much easier. Awesome how you explain every step…I’m a total novice …greatly appreciated 💫
This is my first time leaving any comment on any youtube! But I want you to know how great this video was on making a cushion cover. An excellent tutorial, and the nice, calm manner made it a joy to learn and follow steps and watch and re-watch. Thank you soooo much for taking the time to teach this skill in such a nice way. Making a 6 foot window cushion cover for my son and his family. Half way done, and it is looking good! Yay!
I know this is an old video but I have to say "thank you" this is the exact video I was needing to make a cover for the cushion I'm making for a library bench for my granddaughter! Thank you thank you so very very much!!
When covering foam, I make a muslin cover and then the fashion fabric cover. The muslin facilitates the putting on and taking off of the better fabric. No sticking to the foam, so less stressing of the fabric...and easier to remove for cleaning. I'd also advocate for a zipper, as you mentioned, on the larger size (having made a canvas slipcover for my sofa, with many zippered and piped cushions). Nice job on the transformation of your dresser/bench. :)
Thank you ! And great advice on making the muslim cover first....I'll remember that for next time :) I was just figuring things out as I did it since I had never done one before. This was my first time doing a cushion cover. I really appreciate the helpful tips !!! Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
While out deal hunting, you might want check out the pricing for foam at upholstery places, or even home improvement stores... in case you want to tackle a similar project again. (Sometimes there are remnants, odd sizes, off-cuts, returns, unclaimed custom orders, etc.) I found fabric/craft stores to be the most expensive.
Just as someone else wrote, this is my first time ever leaving a comment on RUclips. I was so happy with your video since I am new to sewing and it helped me create my first cushion cover! And it came out awesome! I didn't use practice fabric because I was confident it would come out great and it did. Thank you so much!
Hi, if you have trouble putting the foam inside, just wrap the end of the foam with dry cleaners plastic bag, once you have the corners in place, pull the plastic out, it comes out easy.
Thanks for posting this. Best video on You Tube that explains how to make these covers! With that said its alot more difficult when making covers for RV cushions when you dont use brand new squared off foam as you did. 4 hours later and I finally finished one of the four cushions I needed to do.
Thank you Karri. It's never easy when you have to make something for an item that is not square. That can be really frustrating. Hopefully you are all done and can now enjoy it. Hope you're having a fabulous weekend !! HUGS :)
Amy, thank you for taking the time to slowly walk us through making this project. I'm a total newbie and learn enough to attempt this tomorrow. I love the way your finished bench cushion looks, that's a gorgeous floral pattern also. Thanks for sharing the extra batting idea too.I can hardly wait to get started!
Good instructions. I just finished a cushion which was 66 inches by16 inches by 3 inches. I found that if you wrap your foam in dacron, you get a much better result. I got this recommendation from the guy who sold me the foam in L.A. The foam there is much cheaper. I bought dense foam the size of a twin mattress for $35.
I've learned to leave the fabric wrong side out, and put it on that way, fold over half of the fabric over on the cushion, to where it's right side out, then fold the other half on to the cushion. Try it and see what you think! Thanks for the video! I love the envelope style as well..
Thank you so much. I am so happy i found your video. Great tutorial, so clear and easy to follow. I will definitely be checking out your other videos & subscribing.
Thank you so much!! I watched several tutorial videos before watching yours and you made it so easy to understand and follow. My seat cushion came out perfect! I ended using some Velcro strips for the envelope closure because it was so long of an opening.
Thank you!! All of my outdoor cushions split last year and now I feel I can actually attempt this on my own. Outdoor fabric costs so much I didn't want to pay someone to do my cushions as well! Thank you again!
We just bought an old stereo cabinet to turn into a bench, and I will be covering the furniture foam (I also got mine at JoAnn's and I also had coupons!). Yikes! I am nervous! This video is so helpful. You explain so well. I also like the comment below about covering first with a muslin cover. Thank you so much for the great video!
Great job of explaining and showing each step. Can't wait to give it a try. Your ending was cute and seeing your finished cushion and how excited you were was just adorable. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for this, love these corners better than I've made in past! I'll be doing zipper instead, due to squirrels tearing apart cyshions for nest! Watch a few others, using double side tapes instead of pins, making extra cuts! I really like how easier your pattern is!
I have a 26 inch square cover to make to go over a audio speaker for when my friends are traveling. This will be my second one the first turned out ok....but I struggled with the corners I know exactly how to do the next one...You made box corners so simple I sure did them wrong before Thanks bunches . Absolutely love the seat and the cushion. Happy Sewing in your new home this new Year
Thank you Mary Ellen ! I'm so happy you liked this project. I had a blast with every step...making the bench and then making the cushion. Can't wait to do another one :) Happy New Year ! HUGS
Always pre-wash and dry your fabric before you cut. Depending on the size of your fabric you could have made it all 1 piece and the only seams would have been the corners, with the ends meeting at the envelope flap, also to fill in any “gaps” you can cover your foam with batting.
You are better off oversizing your foam by about 1" in length and width each so it compresses when you put it into your cover and keeps the fabric taught. This is especially important for stretchy fabrics. If you are adding dacron wrapping, you can go less on the oversizing.
That is just fabulous!I!! I wish I was handy like that to change the dresser into a seating area, luckily I can do the sewing part. But.... lol Happy New Year, looking forward to more this coming new year!
Thank you !! I'm hoping my husband will teach me to use his tools so that I can learn to do the construction part of upcycling furniture on my own some day. Its a fun project for us to do together though. Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
Thank you Irma !! I fell in love with the fabric and was so thankful it was on clearance and that there was enough to do this project. I actually had a little left over and made a small pillow as well. Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
I'm covering a twin mattress to use on a swing. Would the concept of making the cover for it be the same? Obviously the mattress doesn't fold, so that has to be kept in mind.
Your hands are in the way! Close ups of the stitching and where to start & stop would've been nice. And why does everyone make the envelope opening right down the middle? Why not near one end? The way u do it leaves too much slack = loose fitting. I would also double stitch seams since it is a seat cushion & will be under stress. I would also do a corner stitch to strengthen the points. I'm gonna keep looking for another video example that teaches better.
Nice to know :) I didnt' realize they sold it there....I will definitely check it out because Joann's is expensive. Thanks for the heads up .....HUGS:)
I don't see why it would work. You just need to trace your current cushion to get the right size and shape and do the envelope style opening on the back side.
Wife and I bought a small travel trailer and wanted to cover 4 vinyl clad cushions. Watched your video 4 times to get the feel then did a test piece with heavy fabric. Turned out fantastic. Then progressed to the real fabric, which is a Sunbrella type outdoor heavy duty stuff. The back cushions came out "ok". I think I cut the fabric to short for the envelope slot or back pieces. The seat cushions turned out "A #1" !!!! I dont sew but I do measure, mark and cut. I did those parts and my wife did the actual sewing parts. Measurements were so precise, that we ended up with only about and 18 inch scrap end piece!!! Great video and great instruction. Thank you.
Thank you 😊 going to make my helping a brother redo his camper cushions much easier.
Awesome how you explain every step…I’m a total novice …greatly appreciated 💫
I've viewed many how to's for seat cushions, this is by far the best and easiest to follow.
Thank you :) I'm glad you liked this tutorial
This is my first time leaving any comment on any youtube! But I want you to know how great this video was on making a cushion cover. An excellent tutorial, and the nice, calm manner made it a joy to learn and follow steps and watch and re-watch. Thank you soooo much for taking the time to teach this skill in such a nice way. Making a 6 foot window cushion cover for my son and his family. Half way done, and it is looking good! Yay!
I know this is an old video but I have to say "thank you" this is the exact video I was needing to make a cover for the cushion I'm making for a library bench for my granddaughter! Thank you thank you so very very much!!
Great demonstration. Thank you,
That was honestly the best explanation EVER of how to make a box cushion!!! So detailed and I am so grateful - thank you so much!!!!!
You're welcome !! I'm so happy you found it helpful. Hope you have a great day !! HUGS :)
This is the second time I have used this video with great sucess both times. Thank you for your clear and very personal presentation.
When covering foam, I make a muslin cover and then the fashion fabric cover. The muslin facilitates the putting on and taking off of the better fabric. No sticking to the foam, so less stressing of the fabric...and easier to remove for cleaning. I'd also advocate for a zipper, as you mentioned, on the larger size (having made a canvas slipcover for my sofa, with many zippered and piped cushions). Nice job on the transformation of your dresser/bench. :)
Thank you ! And great advice on making the muslim cover first....I'll remember that for next time :) I was just figuring things out as I did it since I had never done one before. This was my first time doing a cushion cover. I really appreciate the helpful tips !!! Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
While out deal hunting, you might want check out the pricing for foam at upholstery places, or even home improvement stores... in case you want to tackle a similar project again. (Sometimes there are remnants, odd sizes, off-cuts, returns, unclaimed custom orders, etc.) I found fabric/craft stores to be the most expensive.
that's a great idea, esp. for when you need to change the cover due to use or "accidents" Thank you.
Exactly the lesson I was looking for. Your instructions are clear and detailed. You are nice. I love you.
Thank you! I was looking for cushion box cover without zipper for weeks. So happy I found your video!
Just as someone else wrote, this is my first time ever leaving a comment on RUclips. I was so happy with your video since I am new to sewing and it helped me create my first cushion cover! And it came out awesome! I didn't use practice fabric because I was confident it would come out great and it did. Thank you so much!
Hi, if you have trouble putting the foam inside, just wrap the end of the foam with dry cleaners plastic bag, once you have the corners in place, pull the plastic out, it comes out easy.
I love this tutorial. Now I can recover my cushions for my travel trailer. Thank you, this was awesome and explained and demonstrated wonderfully.
Thanks for posting this. Best video on You Tube that explains how to make these covers! With that said its alot more difficult when making covers for RV cushions when you dont use brand new squared off foam as you did. 4 hours later and I finally finished one of the four cushions I needed to do.
Thank you Karri. It's never easy when you have to make something for an item that is not square. That can be really frustrating. Hopefully you are all done and can now enjoy it. Hope you're having a fabulous weekend !! HUGS :)
I used this video and completed my very first sewing project. Very, very good instructions. My cushion turned out beautiful.
This was so helpful!!! Excellent explanation. Now I KNOW I can sew new patio cushion covers. Thanks so much!!!!!!!
I followed these instructions and my cushions turned out perfect.
Amy, thank you for taking the time to slowly walk us through making this project. I'm a total newbie and learn enough to attempt this tomorrow. I love the way your finished bench cushion looks, that's a gorgeous floral pattern also. Thanks for sharing the extra batting idea too.I can hardly wait to get started!
Good instructions. I just finished a cushion which was 66 inches by16 inches by 3 inches. I found that if you wrap your foam in dacron, you get a much better result. I got this recommendation from the guy who sold me the foam in L.A. The foam there is much cheaper. I bought dense foam the size of a twin mattress for $35.
I've learned to leave the fabric wrong side out, and put it on that way, fold over half of the fabric over on the cushion, to where it's right side out, then fold the other half on to the cushion. Try it and see what you think! Thanks for the video! I love the envelope style as well..
Thank you so much. I am so happy i found your video. Great tutorial, so clear and easy to follow. I will definitely be checking out your other videos & subscribing.
Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Beautiful finish product! Congratulations!
Thank you so much!! I watched several tutorial videos before watching yours and you made it so easy to understand and follow. My seat cushion came out perfect! I ended using some Velcro strips for the envelope closure because it was so long of an opening.
I'm glad you enjoyed this and found it helpful :) Thanks for watching and commenting ! HUGS
Thank you!! All of my outdoor cushions split last year and now I feel I can actually attempt this on my own. Outdoor fabric costs so much I didn't want to pay someone to do my cushions as well! Thank you again!
We just bought an old stereo cabinet to turn into a bench, and I will be covering the furniture foam (I also got mine at JoAnn's and I also had coupons!). Yikes! I am nervous! This video is so helpful. You explain so well. I also like the comment below about covering first with a muslin cover. Thank you so much for the great video!
Great job of explaining and showing each step. Can't wait to give it a try. Your ending was cute and seeing your finished cushion and how excited you were was just adorable. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for this, love these corners better than I've made in past! I'll be doing zipper instead, due to squirrels tearing apart cyshions for nest! Watch a few others, using double side tapes instead of pins, making extra cuts! I really like how easier your pattern is!
I found your dresser video and it was FABOULOUS! Now I have the coushion video im in heaven!!! Thank you.
Thanks! This is exactly what I need. You have a wonderful way explaining how to to do it!
Your finished bench cushion is beautiful! Loved the tutorial.
Great video! Easy to understand. This is exactly what I need to do for a client’s window seat. Beautiful fabric!
Love your video. Just in time . I am recovering my camper cushions. Thanks
I have a 26 inch square cover to make to go over a audio speaker for when my friends are traveling. This will be my second one the first turned out ok....but I struggled with the corners I know exactly how to do the next one...You made box corners so simple I sure did them wrong before Thanks bunches . Absolutely love the seat and the cushion. Happy Sewing in your new home this new Year
AMY AMY you made my day. THX so much for sharing this BEAUTIFUL project! Great sewing with you again...
Thank you Mary Ellen ! I'm so happy you liked this project. I had a blast with every step...making the bench and then making the cushion. Can't wait to do another one :) Happy New Year ! HUGS
What a pleasant presenter! Thank you!
Great tutorial Amy. Love your flowered material; so pretty!
Finally directions I can understand! How did I ever survive without you lol. Tk you!
Thank you so much for the clear, easy to follow instructions. I'm so happy with my new cushion cover!
Great job Amy I did a cushion just that size for my daughter deck but I put a zipper. That fabric is Gorgeous.
Cutting foam cushions is much easier with an electric knife and perfectly straight. Thank you for the video
Great tutorial! Thank you. I was able to make 2 perfect cushions for my outdoor sofa. 😊
Thank you so much! Very good instructions :D I love that you made it a envelope cushion. I don't want to use a zipper, so this is perfect!
Always pre-wash and dry your fabric before you cut. Depending on the size of your fabric you could have made it all 1 piece and the only seams would have been the corners, with the ends meeting at the envelope flap, also to fill in any “gaps” you can cover your foam with batting.
Thank you so much, what a simple way to make a box cushion. Brilliant!
Great tutorial with easy to follow instructions.
That turned out so pretty. (the bench & cousion)
the cushion fabric is so pretty
Very, very good instructions
Thank You Very Much for this well explained tutorial. You are the best!
You are better off oversizing your foam by about 1" in length and width each so it compresses when you put it into your cover and keeps the fabric taught. This is especially important for stretchy fabrics. If you are adding dacron wrapping, you can go less on the oversizing.
Excellent job. I wish I had used this method when I did my cushion covers. I cut each side separately and it was a lot more work.
That is just fabulous!I!! I wish I was handy like that to change the dresser into a seating area, luckily I can do the sewing part. But.... lol Happy New Year, looking forward to more this coming new year!
Thank you !! I'm hoping my husband will teach me to use his tools so that I can learn to do the construction part of upcycling furniture on my own some day. Its a fun project for us to do together though. Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
Thank you for video, I was able make a window seat with your easy method, many thanks 🙏
Very cute. Love the fabric
That was amazing. Much easier than the way I was doing it.
Great tutorial! Really inspiring! Love the finished product too.
Thank you :) I really appreciate that. Thanks for watching ...Hugs :)
Very nice explained. Thanks you so much
Just love this whole project....Happy New Year Amy
Thank you Rebe !! Happy New Year to you too :) HUGS !!
I needed to make a cushion cover and your instructions worked perfectly, cover fit!! Huge thank you
hi amy you done a wonderful job on that cushion hugs
Beautiful 😮
Great video! Can't wait to make my first cushion cover!
Great job, and love that fabric.
Thank you Irma !! I fell in love with the fabric and was so thankful it was on clearance and that there was enough to do this project. I actually had a little left over and made a small pillow as well. Happy New Year ! HUGS :)
very good information thanks a lot
Fantastic, good job. Really like it.
Thank you so much for the tutorial. Now I know how to do it. And it looked so easy. Happy New Year :)
Can't wait to try one thanks for the idea.
Great tutorial, Happy New Year Amy
Thank you Robyn ! and Happy New Year to you too !! HUGS :)
This is SO helpful! Thank you!
Thank you for doing this thank you thank you. Everyone is doing zippers on YT and I don't want to spend $30 on zippers
BEST CUSHION TUTORIAL EVA.........muuuahhaaa!!
Thank you !! I'm glad you liked it. I hope you have a WONDERFUL weekend!
It was awesome 👌
Just saw this super easy. I like to add a zipper.
Depending on what you are covering. I have purchased a memory foam mattress and cut to size.
Awesome video -- thank you!
FYI, a CutCo fishing fillet knife goes through dense cushion like butter!
A Cutco ANYTHING will go through it like butter. 😂😂
Thank you very much for the good explanation!!
I'm covering a twin mattress to use on a swing. Would the concept of making the cover for it be the same? Obviously the mattress doesn't fold, so that has to be kept in mind.
I would have suggested trimming the corners diagonally for less bulk.
Your hands are in the way!
Close ups of the stitching and where to start & stop would've been nice. And why does everyone make the envelope opening right down the middle? Why not near one end? The way u do it leaves too much slack = loose fitting. I would also double stitch seams since it is a seat cushion & will be under stress. I would also do a corner stitch to strengthen the points. I'm gonna keep looking for another video example that teaches better.
Would this procedure work for a V berth boat cushion with slanted sides?
Nice, 👍🙏👌🌹
Would like to see this method with a zipper on the edge of one side
Where did you buy the foam?
Buy an electric serrated knife to cut your foam. They will cut through the foam like butter. Guaranteed.
Thank you a great video
thank you
Home Depot sells nice foam for a lot cheaper than Joann.
Nice to know :) I didnt' realize they sold it there....I will definitely check it out because Joann's is expensive. Thanks for the heads up .....HUGS:)
Amei..Obrigada
Hi if anyone see my comment plz help, do you guys think this method would work to replace my swing cushions 😩🙏🏾
I don't see why it would work. You just need to trace your current cushion to get the right size and shape and do the envelope style opening on the back side.
Pretty fabric for your cushion, but having the print turned sideways like that would bother me.