The biggest difference between patio cushions and any other cushions is that patio cushions need to be made of fabric that is meant to be used outside. The foam that fills it should be made for the outdoors as well. Even if you've never sewn a chair cushion before, you'll find it can be done relatively easily with a few careful preparations. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Measure the width and length of the chair's seat. If you want a cushion for the back of the chair, measure the width and height of the back. If you have a chair that has a non-rectangular seat or back, make sure you get the measurements of all of the sides of the surface that the cushion will cover.
2. Make a pattern. Use any paper you have available. An old newspaper works well. Cut out a shape that will correspond to each surface of the cushion. Add 1/2 inch on each side to the desired size of the finished piece. If the cushion has sides, you should cut out a pattern piece for each side as well as the top and bottom.
3. Cut the foam filling. This should be the same shape and size as the cushion will be.
4. Cut the fabric using the pattern pieces you created.
5. Sew the cushion on three sides. Always place the right sides of the fabric together, and sew with the wrong sides facing out.
6. Turn the cover right-side-out and insert the foam filling inside the cushion. Optionally, you can press the cushion cover with a warm iron before filling it.
7. Sew the final side. It's best to hand sew the last seam, to ensure a neat and tidy look.
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