DIY sofa pillows in the interior: ideas and master class

• Excursion into history
• Shape of decorative pillows
• Material and filler: an important decision
• Color scheme: the main aspect
• Pillows: what to combine with

Do you dream of enlivening an ordinary interior, but don’t know how? You should heed the advice of professional designers: use colorful accents! If after renovation your heart still lacks a bright spot, you can complement the interior... with a sofa cushion. However, there are few rules here, since choosing the right color of cushion for the sofa is a very important task. So how can you add some spice to your interior without losing its style?

Excursion into history

Decorative sofa pillows were first used by Arab sultans and wealthy citizens. Such pillows were brightly colored and made of expensive silk fabric. Then the craftswomen covered the almost finished pillow with silver or gold embroidery. And only then the finished product ended up on the sofa. The wealth of the owner of the house was measured in the number of pillows in the interior.

It was quite cold in medieval castles. To avoid colds, sofa cushions were placed under the feet. Pillows were used in the same way during church services. This element of the interior was also necessary for horse riding - it was placed on the saddle.

In distant India, small pillows were used during love games. This is confirmed in the Indian love treatise (Kama Sutra).

The main trends of 2020 in the selection of textile combinations

Natural colors and textures

Author of the project: Irina Mavrodieva, Arthur Goga.
Photo: Dmitry Livshits. Author of the project: Irina Mavrodieva, Arthur Goga. Photo: Dmitry Livshits.

Bright contrasting combinations

Author of the project: Gulya Akhmetshina, Sergey Barabadze. Photo: Dmitry Livshits.

Author of the project: Gulya Akhmetshina, Sergey Barabadze. Photo: Dmitry Livshits.

Prints, graffiti or traditional embroidery

Author of the project: Tatyana Mironova. Photo: Dmitry Livshits.

Author of the project: Tatyana Mironova. Photo: Dmitry Livshits.

Shape of decorative pillows

Throughout time, designers have been improving pillows. Now on store shelves you can find pillows in the most original designs: flowers, butterflies, hearts, a bottle of champagne and even sushi. The most common and “old” pillow options are:

• dumka - a square pillow, considered a universal option;
• Turkish - plain or with oriental patterns, gathered or laid on counter folds are distinctive features;
• quilted - expressive decorative seams;
• *4-section – volumetric pillow, divided into two sections, which are connected by a side insert;
• bolster – the base of the pillow can be raised, which allows this type of pillow to be used as an armrest.

How to knit a pillow with your own hands

Before you start knitting and before you decide what yarn you will work with, you choose a model, style, and shape.

So, from very thick yarn, simple pillows are better - smooth, with strands, striped. It turns out to be both inexpensive and fast. This product will become a true decoration of your home. Moreover, it is also fashionable.

You can knit pillows from very thick yarn.

When the model has been decided, the yarn has been selected, we begin to calculate the loops. It is important to understand which pillow the pillowcase is knitted to.

Size range that is considered standard:

1. fifty fifty;
2. forty-five by forty-five;
3. forty to forty.

They determine the number of loops that need to be cast on. The pillowcase is knitted either slightly wider or the same size. If it turns out to be a centimeter less, it doesn’t matter: it will stretch on the future product.

Knit in the way that is most convenient. Can:

• one solid piece of rectangle;
• two separate squares;
• in a circle (circular knitting needles are used for this).

Note! Experienced craftswomen believe that the first knitting option is more convenient.

The cover parts are sewn together. It is important to act in such a way that you get imperceptible, neat stitches. You can also do the following: connect it along the face with a hook, and tie the edge with a border in different ways.

On pillowcases, it is recommended to fasten with a zipper: it is sewn along the bottom edge.

A zipper is sewn along the bottom edge of the cover.

Or another option - the edges are “tightly” connected with a crochet hook. When you need to remove the pillowcase in order to wash it, there will be no problems: you just need to unravel it a little.

Note! Craftswomen do not recommend fastening with buttons. The fact is that loops tend to stretch over time. Consequently, the buttons will come undone. If you use them, it will be as a decorative element.

Features of the choice of tools and materials

Stylish pillows can be knitted from:

• knitting yarn;
• mohair;
• natural wool;
• one acrylic or in combination with cotton, wool.

..

When creating a knitted pillow for a sofa, bed or floor, the following tools are used:

• knitting needles;
• hook;
• scissors;
• needle.

The filling for the pillow is made from synthetic fluff or padding polyester. The space of the product is filled loosely.

Popular schemes

How are knitted pillows made by hand? The options are:

1. manufacturing and subsequent assembly of knitted parts (they work with crochet and knitting, the elements are hemmed in the usual way or crocheted with thread);
2. knitted in a straight line (loops - from edge to edge, a transition is made to the next row; done with knitting needles, using an identical method - using a hook);
3. diagonal knitting, using knitting needles + hook (use a technique called oblique knitting);
4. by means of a hook, “knitting in the round” (the technique is used when making a round, cylindrical or hexagonal product).

As for the patterns of the product’s fabric, it can be:

1. coarsely knitted;
2. standard sizes;
3. small.

The inter-stitch distance, as well as the size of the pattern, directly depend on the knitting density. The thickness of the material used for the work is also important.

Additional Information! The most popular for pillows (sofa, bed, floor) are various weaves, braids, intricate plaits, as well as stripes that create relief (due to alternating purl and knit stitches during knitting).

If you knit pillows using knitting needles according to patterns with descriptions, the work will not cause any difficulties.

Material and filler: an important decision

If you have small children or pets, it is recommended to choose easy-to-clean pillows. In other cases, you can choose the material based on your taste preferences and financial capabilities. However, you should clarify the nuances of care when purchasing. This is the only way to protect the material from early wear.

The most popular are pillows with synthetic filling (Dacron, holofiber). They are less often purchased with natural materials (goose down, feathers).

With braids

Such things, and in this case a patterned pillow - delicate, soft - make the house cozy. When it is knitted from thick threads and decorated with braids, a warm, always comfortable sweater appears before your eyes.

The braided pillow looks super cozy and feels like a warm winter sweater.

For knitted pillowcases for sofa cushions, there are many options with cables.

Additional Information! You can come up with unusual designs with patterns yourself. They look great (always a win-win), and it’s a lot of fun to work on a product like this.

It is suggested to knit pillows with braids using cotton threads (50 g/73 m). For work, use knitting needles No. 4.5.

The pillowcase is knitted square, measuring 40.5 x 40.5 cm. The knitting density is: ten loops, 26 rows in a square of 10 x 10 cm.

There are a lot of options for decorating pillows with braids.

Or this option. Take yarn 280 m/100 g - composition in percentage (2 viscose-48 acrylic-50 wool). Knitting needles N 6, hook N 4.5 are suitable, the product is knitted square (40 x 40 cm).

Additional Information! The product is knitted with a thread folded in half.

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Color scheme: the main aspect

As a rule, sofa manufacturers immediately take care of the accompanying pillows. However, if your heart beckons to transform the interior, then you need to pay attention to the following recommendations.

Moderation

You should not use large, bright pillows in an interior where there are already accent objects (a large painting, a panel). In this case, it is better to get by with three small pillows and neutral colors.

Proportionality

When choosing a pillow as an interior element, you must also take into account the dimensions of the sofa. You can place several large pillows on a massive sofa, but a small-sized sofa will simply hide behind an enormous pillow.

Contrast

Spectacular decor is allowed in an interior made in neutral or muted colors. If the sofa and other elements of the living room are made in soothing monochrome tones, you can purchase pillows in stylish, rich colors. Pillows in pastel shades can be combined with rich shades (green, yellow). Dark colors (purple, blue) can also work with lighter shades (blue)

According to the form

When choosing a pillow, you need to take into account the silhouette of the furniture. Cylindrical pillows are perfect for long sofas, while square pillows transform classic sofas.

Important: avoid pillows made of fur, silk, or corduroy in case of frequent visits from guests. Constant contact and spilled drinks will ruin their appearance.

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Sewing a decorative pillowcase up to 50x50 in size – 250 rubles.	From 0.5 meters
Sewing decorative pillowcases larger than 50x50 from 350 rub.	From 0.7 meters
Sewing a decorative pillowcase on a bolster from 500 RUR.	From 0.7 meters
Sewing pillowcases for a sofa cushion - from 600 rubles.	From 1.2 meters
Sewing pillowcases for an orthopedic pillow - from 350 rubles.	From 0.7 meters
Sewing an inner pillow up to 50x50 in size - 200 rubles.
Sewing an inner pillow measuring more than 50x50 - 270 rubles.
Sewing an internal roller - from 350 rubles.
Decorative finishing of pillows - PRICES
Homemade edging – 180 RUR/meter
Finishing with finished edging/cord - 100 rub./meter
Finishing with ruffle, fringe – 100 rub./meter
Covered buttons – 20 RUR/piece

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Pillows

Individual tailoring includes the choice of fabrics, filling, and decorative elements. When sewing, we recommend not to be afraid to experiment, since our craftsmen will help bring even the most daring ideas of the customer to life.

You can order tailoring of covers from us. The studio staff will help you select and correctly combine fabrics, decorative elements and accessories that will be easy to use and aesthetically pleasing.

Decorative finishing in different styles

Decorative pillows must match the style chosen for the interior. When making them, the designers of the Chekhlik studio are guided by various styles.

• The classic style involves the presence of fringe, decorative cord, and plain fabrics. An appropriate addition would be to sew bolsters and bedspreads from the same fabric as the curtains.
• High-tech style is characterized by a large number of horizontal and vertical stripes. In decor it is recommended to use 2-3 colors with a similar shade.
• The romantic style of the bedroom welcomes folds, ruffles, roses, and textiles in warm colors.
• Art Deco. The modern direction of the art deco style involves the use of textiles in contrasting shades of color. Gold, silver and ivory colors are welcome. Our works made of silk, satin, velvet will be an ideal addition to the design of the bedroom.

Rollers for various purposes

A small team of the textile design studio “Chekhlik” produces competent tailoring of rollers of various shapes and sizes. When sewing, we always take into account the scope of application of these bedroom attributes. So, when manufacturing for sleep, we use a different approach to choosing fabrics, in contrast to pillows and decorative cushions.

Bedspreads

Our textile design studio sews bedspreads with different fabric textures and color palettes. For sewing bedspreads, we choose high-quality, visually attractive fabrics, both cheap - linen, cotton, and expensive organza, silk, viscose.

Prices for bedspreads
Sewing bedspreads without lining - from 250 rubles / square meter	From 6 meters
Sewing lined bedspreads with stitching from 500 rubles/square meter	From 6 meters
Sewing a bedspread on padding polyester with stitching - from 800 rubles/square meter	From 6 meters
Prices for tablecloths
Rectangular or square - from 200 rub./square meter
Round, oval – from 300 rub. square meter

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Synthetic fillers in dummies

Most manufacturers use synthetic fillers for decorative pillows. There are many of these materials, they have certain features that need to be taken into account when choosing products. The most common options are:

• foam rubber,
• padding polyester,
• holofiber,
• synthetic fluff,
• struttofiber,
• polystyrene,
• silicone

Foam rubber is soft, elastic, and has a low cost. During use and frequent washing, the material begins to crumble. Synthetic winterizer has similar qualities. But this material is stronger. The disadvantage is the ability to sag over time. Durable, soft, warm holofiber perfectly retains its shape.

Holofiber retains its shape perfectly

Synthetic fluff perfectly imitates its natural bird counterpart. It does not require complex care and retains its properties for many years. Struttofiber is an imitation of natural wool. Polystyrene and silicone fillers in the form of numerous balls not only provide comfort, but also relieve stress and tension.

Polystyrene filling relieves stress

All synthetic fillers have several significant advantages. They are inexpensive, do not require complex maintenance, and have a long service life. In addition, such pillows do not harbor dust mites, which is important for people prone to allergies.

Deciding on the size of the pillow

Our grandmothers used large 70x70 duck down pillows that were arranged in pyramid shapes on their beds with muslin throws. Embossed patterned curtains to match the pattern on the pillowcases, marked with the same hand-made patterns.

The choice of a future wife was very often determined by her perseverance in needlework and her skill in inventing patterns in embroidery and embossing three-dimensional patterns in the cutwork style. Modern factory fabrics deprive the value of handmade work, surpassing the speed and quality of product manufacturing.

The most popular sizes of pillows for the bedroom are considered to be square with dimensions of 50×50 cm and rectangular 50×70 cm. The Euro standard of bed linen, brought to the domestic market, is dictated by the purchase of beds and furniture made to the sizes of European manufacturers. This factor significantly influences the choice of pillow size for sleeping.

Decorative items for the living room and nursery have non-standard shapes and arbitrary sizes. GOST and any standard have left the consumer market, dictating fashion trends towards the absence of a stamp and the manifestation of individuality in choice.

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Attention! The shape of an oval or circle can have any size. And armchairs with cushions or armchairs with balls are simply off the charts with their original personality.

European standard

Practical functions of pillows

Cushions are called sofa pillows because most of them are placed on these pieces of furniture. But this is a conditional definition; the range of purposes of such products is much wider. The modern range of models is huge. Manufacturers offer pillows that differ in sizes, styles, materials, and designs.

In this product category you can choose the following models:

• being a decorative decoration of sofas, armchairs, couches;
• intended for car interiors;
• travel transformers for travelers;
• large-scale, serving as furniture;
• in the form of plush toys.

A classic option is a small “thought” pillow. The presence of such products increases the comfort of relaxing on the sofa or armchair. You can place it under your head, back, legs, providing ideal conditions for muscle relaxation.

Sofa cushions increase the comfort of relaxing on the sofa

Models for car showrooms differ from standard analogues in durable, wear-resistant materials. The transformable pillow includes a blanket that you can use to cover yourself on the go. Products in the form of plush animals are usually placed in the nursery. The child can use them for relaxation and games.

A separate niche is occupied by products of large sizes. They can serve as poufs and are original pieces of furniture. Cushions are used as comfortable seating areas.

Large pillows can serve as poufs

Making your own pillows

Making a decorative pillow from scratch is not difficult; no special skill is required for this work. If you don’t have modeling skills or creative ideas about shapes and decoration, you can use ready-made options, which abound on the Internet. Making sofa cushions with your own hands involves three stages:

1. Sketch development.
2. Selection of consumables.
3. Making a pillow.

The preparatory stage is fundamental. It determines how convenient and beautiful the product will be, its compliance with its purpose and requirements. When developing a sketch, all nuances are taken into account.

You need to accurately determine the purpose, size, and configuration of the product. If these are classic sofa units, the dimensions are chosen taking into account the furniture on which they will be located. A good option for upholstered furniture are bolsters that provide comfort. Cushions for dining rooms, kitchens, are placed on chairs, corner sofas, stools, the dimensions must correspond to the seats.

Chair cushions provide comfort

If you want to give pillows original shapes, you need to take into account their influence on the character of the interior. You can make products in the form of flowers, hearts for romance, make figurines of animals, fairy-tale characters, if the pillows are intended for a children's room. The sketch accurately reflects the decor of the product. This will allow you to choose the right consumables and complete the job without delays.

An equally important step is the choice of textiles for the cover and fillings. Practical and aesthetic indicators depend on the material. The type of filler determines the degree of hardness, care conditions, and service life. The choice depends on the purpose of the product, specific use, interior style, and other factors.

The service life of the pillow depends on the material

Handicraft options

Housewives who want to decorate their interior with exclusive, hand-made pillows have two handicraft options. If the house has products of decent quality that do not match the style or shades of the decor, you can make new pillowcases that will provide the required transformation. The second method is more difficult, it will require sewing skills and the purchase of filler. However, making a pillow from scratch provides several advantages and provides the opportunity to:

• choose the desired shape, size;
• give the required degree of rigidity;
• receive a guarantee of environmental cleanliness and hypoallergenicity.

You can make a pillow of any desired shape with your own hands.

The choice of handicraft option depends on the availability of quality pillows, personal skills, experience, desire, and amount of free time.