5cm fold line square cushion: this refers to the two squares on the fabric allow for front and back...

5cm fold lineSquare cushion:This refers to the two squares on the fabric

Allow for front and back of cushion in measurements even though the fabric is being folded. And just add a little bit more just to help with the folding later on

Folded cushion caseNotches, on these red lines it is worth cutting notches just to know where to fold the fabric when it comes to making your

cushion. Ask your teacher to help if you’re unsure what to do.

2cm fold line

Fold the 2cm seam allowance Over.

5cm fold line

2cm fold line

Neatening the raw edges.

The 2cm seam allowance is tucked under the 5cm fold line (like so.)

5cm fold line

2cm fold line

Pin the folded piece down.The 2cm seam allowance fold is tucked under to neaten the edge

Make sure that the pins arefacing the seam.

Creating the facings

Repeat the process for the other side. Fold the 2cm seam allowance over.


The 2cm seam allowance is tucked under the 5cm fold line (like so.)


Pin the folded piece down.The 2cm seam allowance fold is tucked under to neaten the edge

Make sure that the pins arefacing the seam.


Putting the edge of the sewing machine foot on the edge of the fold and sewing

Sew the facing down using straight stitch.

Tip: take out the pins as you go along.

Sewing the ‘facings’ down

The cushion is placed in thecentre of the fabric (illustrated here by the yellow square) the fabric to the sides are to be folded in.

Red line indicates front of the cushion

Front of cushion

The sides here are then used to make up the back of the cushion

Any designs will go within thethis area i.e. an embroidered flower. Front of the fabric, all

you can see is the stitch lines


Add the design.

These extra flowers which are different sizes add an extra dimension to the design.


Add the design.

The design looks finished with different sized flowers that make the design more interesting andconsidered


Add the design.

Any design can go on the front of the cushion using various techniques such as bondaweb, embroidery, applique or batik.

Red line indicates front of the cushion Red line indicates front of the cushion

Red line indicates front of the cushion Red line indicates front of the cushion

You can also add further fabrics to the front in stripes then embroidery on top.

Add interest by sewing on top of an appliqued design to roughen it up.

Some other designs.

Back of fabric, showsthe folded side

Creating the front and back of cushion.


Creating the front and back of cushion.


Iron the fabric to keep the fold nice and flat before you pin the sides down. MAKE sure the iron is clean and at the right temperature for the fabric you’re using or it may melt or ruin your work.

Iron: this is hot so be careful when using it!!



The folded sections must come together so that the facings are on top of each other (like in the diagram.) This is to hold the cushion tightly and to stop youseeing the cushion when it is inside the cover.





Folding both sides down and ironing. Place your pins facingthe seam ensuring that you pin down the facings so that they don’t move when your sewing.




Pins facing the seam.

Machine foot is placed on fabricwith seam allowance of 1.5cm

Be careful going over this part as it is very thick watch you don’t get wobbly.

You may find it easier to take thepins out as you go along

Zigzag stitch/overlocking must be on the edge of the fabric.

To neaten up your raw edges nowyou can either zig zag stitch over the edge or ask your teacher to overlockthe edges to stop the fabric from fraying

Don’t forget to do both sides

Give the fabric a last iron and stuff your cushion inside. Well done you’ve finished!

Now all you have to do is turn the cushion cover the right way roundby going through the opening and you’ve finished all the construction.

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This cushion looks amazing in my front room!!

5cm fold line square cushion: this refers to the two squares on the fabric allow for front and back...

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