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How Do You Sew Patio Chair Cushions? Part #2
December 16, 2009 | Tagged how do you sew patio chair cushions, Patio Chair Cushions, patio cushions, patio furniture cushions | Leave a Comment
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How do you sew patio chair cushions – continued. In my last article, I talked about the thickness of the foam that you should use when you make different types of patio cushions and the different types of fabric that are available.
Teak-Dining-Chair-with-Green-Patio-Chair-Cushion
Now, I want to explain the process of making a paper template and sewing your fabric to make your patio furniture cushions.
First, the paper template. If you have the chair cushion, you can trace it on the fabric, allowing 5/8″ for the seams. If not, you can trace the pattern from the chair itself. Outline the seat on paper using a marker in a dark color.
Now, fold the fabric with the right sides together and pin the pattern to the fabric. Allowing the 5/8″ for your seams, cut the fabric carefully. You will then have the two pieces that will be sewn together.
Measure the thickness of your foam and add 1-1/4″ for your seams (top and bottom). Measure the circumference of the foam and using these measurements, cut a piece of fabric that is the width of your foam measurement plus 1-1/4″ and the length is the measurement of the circumference.
Pin the fabric strip to the top cushion piece and sew together. Pin the other cushion piece to the fabric strip and sew, leaving one side open so that you can turn the cushion to the right side and put the foam piece in.
Finish sewing the open end using a slip stitch. If you want to have ties to tie the chair cushion to the chair, sew the ties into the seam when you are stitching the open end of the cushion.
Check out our Teak Dining Chair Cushions and our Multi-Patio-Chair-Cushions, which are on sale!
Let me know if you have any questions as you put together your patio cushions. I would love to hear your success stories. And, please tell me if I need to explain anything further.