DIY Couch Pillows

Not too long ago some friends gave us their old couches because they were getting new ones.  The only catch was that they did not come with back pillows.  So, I decided to be creative and made my own.

The first thing that I did was head over to HomeGoods and look at what they had.  I ended up buying five European Pillows which are typically for a bed.  I got home and measured them and found that they would take a little less than 2 yards of fabric each to cover with an envelope flap.  Typically a full bolt of fabric only comes in 8 yards so I had to piece them together.  If you can find enough of one fabric at a single store you do not need a full 10 yards but, I suggest that you do just to be on the safe side.

Pillow covers are the easiest things to make because all that you have to do is cut the fabric into the shape of the pillow and then sew straight lines.  For these I cut a piece the size of the pillow, and another with an extra foot for the flap.  If you are adding the flap, then I suggest that you finish off the edges that will not be sewn.  To do this you simply fold the edges over 1/4 inch twice and iron it.  Then run it through the sewing machine.  I don't even use pins because the heat of the iron holds it pretty well if you sew it right away.

Next, I just pinned the pillows and sewed them.  Turn the covers inside out and insert the pillow.  It was a pretty easy project and I was able to customize my new couches with a fabric that I actually like! Here are some pictures of the final product.

The Love Seat

 The Sofa

A Closer Look

(With Gypsy to say hello!)

The blue and white pillows on the side were from a previous purchase at IKEA.  It's hard to see in the pictures, but the couches are like a sage green which matches some of the colors in the fabric.  Now, I'm sorry that I don't have any pictures of the process, but if you have any questions, leave a comment and I will do my best with an answer!

Thanks for reading!