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| Bordered cushions |
| There are two types of bordered cushion illustrated here.
Both are very attractive and within each the scope for design variations is endless. |
| The first selection of cushions illustrated have a mitred
border as an integral part of the cushion's front cover. The cushion pad could fill the
whole of the cover, including the border, or a row of machine stitching could be run
around the border line. In this case, the pad is inserted into the centre section giving a
firmer, more padded effect to the cushion. Interlining the cushion also ensures that this
'border flap' has slightly more bulk and rigidity. |
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| The alternative designs below illustrate the
border flap that we referred to previously. However, these bordered cushions go one step
further - we have applied a different fabric applied to the reverse side of the front and
back sections of the cushion cover, to add interest to the borders. The second example
demonstrates how a plain contrasting (or co-ordinating) inner border could be used to
complement a large patterned fabric used for the front and back covers. |
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| More > Click here to
read about "hamburger" cushions |
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| Cushion making projects can be
quick and uncomplicated, allowing you to achieve a finished product that you can be proud
of without too much hard labour! With a little inspiration and some easy to follow
sewing instructions you'll soon be unstoppable. |
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| We have designed a practical
step-by-step sewing guide providing comprehensive design and make instructions and
illustrations that will enable you to make a range of standard cushion designs with ease. Click here to find
out more >> |
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| Here's
how to take your newly acquired cushion making skills that step further. Embarking on more
complicated designs needn't be daunting and experimenting with different styles and
trimmings can really spice up your cushion designs. |
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| Teach
Yourself Advanced Cushions covers box cushions to bolsters and enables you to
progress with more challenging techniques at
your own pace. Find out more >> |
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