Patio Cushions

23rd August 2010

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Have you ever tried to purchase new cushions for your patio furniture? I had sticker shock when I started shopping around to replace our cushions. I found that to get a set of 2 cushions, prices started at around $80 and went up from there! Considering I needed 4 sets, plus a cushion for the foot stool and 2 new pillows, I was going to be spending an awful lot of money. So, I did what any “sewingmom” would do, I went to Joann’s!

I found a brick red sunbrella fabric on clearance for $6/yard and it was 50% off the clearance price, making it $3/yard. I then found a coordinating fabric that was marked $18/yard, but was on sale for half-price, so I snatched them both. I couldn’t find zippers in the size I needed, so I tore the zippers out of the existing cushions and reused them (another cost savings). I have also been purchasing the inner cushions whenever I have coupons for Joann’s. They sell an all-weather cushion that is just the right size for about $12, and I use a 50% off coupon each time I purchase one. I also purchased a spool of indoor/outdoor heavy duty thread for $12. When I add up everything, I’ve spent about $150 for a makeover of all the cushions and pillows. I figure that’s a savings of at least $400!

Here is the before shot:

This is one of the first bottom cushion covers I made, before I put a new cushion inside of it.

And finally, the finished product:

I am so happy with the end result! I still can’t believe I did it myself!

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1 On August 23rd, 2010, Karen said:

Isn’t the feeling of satisfaction wonderful? They look so pretty.

posted on August 23rd, 2010 at 9:02 am

2 On August 23rd, 2010, Sewing Fan said:

Wow those cushions you made really look fantastic. The patio set looks brand new. I’m only a beginner so far I can do pillows, linen and dresses. Perhaps after some much needed experience I’ll also be able to do something like this. Very inspirational. I guess you have to start somewhere… Right?

I enjoy this blog, keep those posts coming.

posted on August 23rd, 2010 at 10:16 am

3 On August 23rd, 2010, Christy said:

They look fantastic! You did a great job, I love the fabric and colors!
Christy´s last blog ..Children dying due to starvation and obesity

posted on August 23rd, 2010 at 10:28 am

4 On August 23rd, 2010, lynne said:

It felt even better when I got to clean up the mess I’ve been staring at for the past few months! My sewing room had exploded out into another room! Got the 2nd room cleaned up, now I need to clean up my sewing room. Wonder what projects I’ll find that I’ve forgotten about! LOL

posted on August 23rd, 2010 at 12:40 pm

5 On August 23rd, 2010, lynne said:

Thanks Christy! I’m so glad to finally have it done, I’ve really been procrastinating!

6 On August 23rd, 2010, RE - RecycledFrockery said:

That’s GREEN in All Senses of the word. You Go Sewing Mom. those cushions are fabulous. I adore the paisley, it’s such an exotic designer look. you know you are a real inspiration to us green folks by sewing your remakes yourself. now how bout a lil post about how you did it and what it takes to remake your patio set. I’m sure that would get alot of attention from all of us green bloggers and the crafty chicas too.

Good Work Sewing Mom !
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posted on August 23rd, 2010 at 2:12 pm

7 On August 23rd, 2010, Rose said: