I'm looking to make some cushion covers (18x18) and am wondering what the best material to use would be. I'm using buttons as fastenings (as opposed to a zip)
Thanks :)
2006-11-23 22:18:42 · 6 answers · asked by Tights Face 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Look at curtain fabrics. They are usually more durable than dressmaking fabrics. You could get a plain material and decorate with fabric paint, beads, embroidery.
There are some fabrics you can buy with square designs specifically for cushion covers but the designs are generally very twee and are too small for my taste. I like LARGE cushions.
2006-11-24 06:11:56 · answer #1 · answered by felineroche 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cotton is the easiest to clean and more durable for everyday. If you are looking for something fancy, than maybe a faux remnant/fabric of sorts.
2006-11-24 10:10:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on the usage, the style, the room type. For example, you wouldn't use canvas for cusion covers on a victorian style couch, and you wouldn't use velvet to cover boat cushions.
2006-11-24 06:22:06 · answer #3 · answered by Star 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd go to a fabric store and take a look. They have some quite nice things sometimes and don't forget to use something sturdy so they don't fall apart 2 days after you make them...:)
2006-11-24 14:23:08 · answer #4 · answered by gowdymail 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
curtain or light weight upholstery material .i buy it at yard sales & flea markets & then make pillows or tote bags with it & they look good.
2006-11-24 21:41:12 · answer #5 · answered by garfld_2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Velvet or crushed velvet would be nice.
2006-11-24 06:23:51 · answer #6 · answered by Leacy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋