I bought a large white trunk to store my infant niece’s stuff in ru-vid.comUgkxNuLbiXpLQ-mKH5NlyjrNe88hiCk2N3Cg, as she comes to my house frequently. For now, it’s toys on one side and diapers, wipes, and other baby care items on the other. As she gets older, it will be all toys. I had originally wanted a trunk with a hinged lid, but I was afraid of her smashing or pinching her fingers in it. This will be a much safer option. The lid has great padding in it and it is actually nice to sit on. It feels very sturdy and secure. Looks like it can be wiped clean easily. If it gets abused by her, I won’t be terribly upset because I paid less than $50 for it on Prime Day.
I cannot explain how thankful I am for your video. I never in a million years would have thought I could cover RV cushions like a legit sewing ninja would but I just did! I didn’t even cry out of frustration, not one tear! I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you, thank you for keeping this video up. I was a bit intimidated by this process but Melanie taught it in an easy way and my cover turned out wonderful. I continue to learn and sew great items from this channel. RIP, Melanie❤ 15:00
I am a beginner sewer and have made several cushions for my living room and kitchen. Your video was BY FAR the most direct and simple to follow, and I really appreciate it! I really like the way you explained the corners, it's pretty much foolproof. I have just made one cushion for our outdoor furniture; four more to go! It turned out almost perfect! (I say almost because of my skills, not your tutorial). Thank you!
So, we are deffinately novice sewers, and we made this and it turned out way better than we expected!!! My niece is having a birthday at my parent's cabin, and they have an amazing back porch with a breathtaking view. But the old bench cushion was a little sad. We didn't have a ton of $ or time to find the perfect bench cushion... cut to... this video. The instructions were so thorough and clear that we never felt lost. I am deffinately subscribing! Thanks so much!!!
I just finished my cushion for my outdoor glider. I'm just a beginner and I found this very helpful! I had to watch the video countless times. LOL. It is a little intimidating but it is very easy to follow. Thanks so much!
I had questions on Velcro for my cushion covers and came across this video. Thank you for keeping Melanies channel going. Sweet Melanie has shared her skills to so many. Thank you. RIp sweet Melanie.
I wrote another comment below but I forgot to add that for some reason I was mesmerized by the pins you used in this video! So I used your link and bought them! It took about a month to arrive and actually today was the first time I had a chance to sew/use them. AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM! There's something about the flat flower head that is nice to work with, plus the best part is if one happens to fall on the floor, it is easy to see it! Can't tell you how many times I've searched the carpet to find a nearly invisible pin!! Thank you for introducing them to your viewers - I am 100% pleased with them and in fact have put all my other pins out of my pincushion and into a drawer. My flower pins now have pride of place lol
I am so put out at myself for not finding your video sooner. Your instructions were very clear and made the project as easy as you claimed. Thank you for sharing.
Just finished my second cushion, this for my granddaughter’s reading loft. Your video made it happen! This one was a long trapezoid. Seven feet on the long side, but your instructions saw me through. Thanks so much.
I wanted to let you know that as a novice sewer I was quite dubious that I could make this bench cushion but your video and instructions were so clear that I attempted it and it came out beautifully. Thank you for providing this and I can't wait to try more of your projects.
I have just finished making this bench seat cover!! I realise it was published 2016 but was SO helpful as I didn't want to use a zipper. Once again Melanie thanks for a great tutorial.
I just love this video. I tried others but couldn't understand their instructions and I almost gave up....until I found this! OMG! you made it so easy. I am motivated again!! Thank you so very much!!
Thank you so much! Your instructions are clear and easy to follow. I made 2 cushions in about 4 hours and that's great for me! The project is finished in a day-yay! Sharon
Hi Melanie, just wanted to say thanks for your fantastic step by step instructions. They were easy to follow for a complete beginner like me. I just finished making my first cushion today for some outdoor seats, have a few more to make so will be rewatching your video in the days to come. keep up the amazing work and thanks again!
Finally made this cushion for the bench my husband made a few weeks ago. The hardest part was those pesky corners! But I watched the video showing that part several times and it finally sunk in. Next one will probably have a zipper instead of Velcro. By the time I got the foam cushion inside the cover the Velcro was all covered with the batting. But, this was a fantastic video and project. I’m very happy with how it finished. Thank you Melanie!
Hi Melanie, Once I decided to make a cushion for my banquette bench, I reviewed many online videos. Your video was so easy to understand and I loved the finished look with the corners - very nice. I also liked that you used a Velcro opening. I was concerned a zipper might scratch my bench. Because my cushion was large (87"x19"x4-1/2") I kept the finished fabric cover inside out, put the non-Velcro end against the foam/batting end and slowly unrolled the fabric cover toward the opposite end. All in all your instructions helped me create a polished, comfortable cushion that my family is going to enjoy for the upcoming holidays. Thank you!
You're a life saver. I've had a project to replace a cushion on a old chair brewing for a couple of years. I have a small sewing machine that doesn't have a zipper foot so finding a pattern with velcro or even buttons was a challenge. Thank you so much!! I'm starting my project today!
Fabulous! I have an outdoor (undercover) wicker setting and am making a bench seat cushion and one each for the smaller chairs. First chair finished and it looks so polished. I've wanted to do this for years, but have never summoned up the courage. Thank you for your clear instructions!
Excellent instructions! They are clear, detail oriented and concise. I’ve tried making cushion covers before and they did not turn out well. This time I used your instructions and the cushion turned out perfect.
Thank you for this! My window box cushion project was a bit more complicated but your video helped a lot! Your explanation of how to sew the corners was a HUGE help.
Wow! Thank you so much! I really doubted I could do this but your explanations were so clear and easy to follow. The hardest part was stuffing the 58" foam into the cover!
You made creating this cushion easy to understand, thank you! Now I can go use the lovely seagrass (color) linen I bought for the bench in my dining room. I've been dreading cutting it till I watched your video
Having sew’n box seats a few times, but a while ago, I forgot the sides attaching trick, thanks to your video, I was able to refresh that exact step by skipping to the video. Once again, thank you.
Been a long time since I last sewed anything, and found this after I made a mess of my first attempt. REALLY helpful, and I love the finger-wagging at the "don't backstitch" part. I might have to put that finger-wagging on a loop for when I start to do stupid stuff in the rest of my life! Thanks Melanie!
Really appreciate this video; I'm making a bench cushion from an Indian patchwork throw I bought from Tuesday Morning. Here's something I learned from my husband: an electric knife is a great tool for cutting foam. Just make sure to wash it well! Thank you, again!!
I just made two cushions, mostly following Melanie’s video. They turned out great. Melanie explained everything so clearly. I had never made cushions before so it was a big help. I was using piping, and I also added Dacron batting to the foam rubber. There’s a great product called basting adhesive that sticks the batting to the foam. I also used 4” foam but made the sides 3 1/2” for a snugger fit. Melanie’s finished product had too much loose fabric for my taste. In order to get the batting-covered foam through the slit in the cushion cover, a product called silk film is fantastic. I learned about this from watching a video on reupholstering a cushion. Another thing I did was to include ties in the back to keep the cushions from sliding around. I just used bias tape in the same color, stitching it closed, folding it in half and stitching it into the bottom seam at the back. Hope these comments are helpful.
Thanks for this amazing tutorial! I had to make a couch for theatre and never upholstered anything in my life. You saved me a lot of time and frustration!
Amazing tutorial which really worked! My son now has a new bench seat cover which was much easier to make than I had thought it would be. Thank you very much!
Melanie, thank you so much for this great tutorial! Just finished the bench cushion last night and it came out amazing! It took me a little longer than 2 hours, as I am pretty new to sewing, but your directions were so easy to follow. I'm really happy with my end result, I wish I could post a picture. On to the envelope pillows! Keep posting these awesome projects:) Thanks again!!!
Thank you for the easy instructions mainly the corners, I am making a big dog bed and I had to stop because I could not get the corners to match up. Your video really helped me.
thank you! Just made this. Took me 8 hours total cus Im a beginner and kept making mistakes. I kept having to undo my stitches and redo them. But overall it turned out beautiful
This is a fantastic tutorial! You explained every step so concisely that I feel I, not being a great seamstress, can accomplish a gorgeous cushion, just like yours! THANK YOU!!!!
Thank you so much for this fantastic tutorial!!! I was able to follow it and re-cover exiting patio cushions that were worn and faded! I will certainly be following you and watching your other videos!
Wow that was so helpful. I knew there was a way to do this with velcro instead of a zipper, but it's been so long since I've sewn anything, I couldn't put it into steps that would have worked as well as your plan. You did a great job with the video as well.
Oh my gosh! You are the best! Thanks for the wonderful video! Your instructions are right on. Made a bench cover and it turned out just like you said. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video for folks - very thoughtful!
Just finished my bench cushion - I love it! You helped me make the cushion and also an envelope pillow to put on top. I'd love to send you a picture. You're my hero!
Awesome, I have 4 large sample quilted pattern squares, I want to make into square foam cushion covers.I've been looking for a square cushion cover with side velcro closer & yours is the 1st one I've found. Thank you very much.
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have only sewn a few things ever and was able to make my own bench cushion. Your clear explanation of measurements and the velcro sides helped so much. Thank you!
Love this video! Great job of explaining all the details. The only thing I would have liked was instructions on a way to attach ties. I made this for my Mother-in-law’s porch swing for Mother’s Day. I think she will like it. I figured out a way to attach them. Hopefully it will hold up. It turned out great!
No idea what you're on about but that was AMAZING.... I'm just trying to learn how to make one of those for my seating area in my van conversion... Seriously though.. THANK YOU 🙏👍
Thank you for such an easy to follow tutorial! I have been wanting to recover the cushions for our patio furniture and I finally think I'll be able to do it! I just found your You Tube channel and I'm loving your videos.
Thank you so much! You are a terrific teacher. It would have been much easier to have demonstrated with a fabric having two sides. The grey was tough! Looking forward to more videos!
