Instead of settling for a print that's not quite right, make your own outdoor chaise cushions using inexpensive pillows and the fabric of your choice.
For each cushion, you'll need four polyester-filled bed pillows and waterproof fabric meant for outdoor use. We used 22-by-18-inch pillows and a 46-by-77-inch length of fabric.
Fold fabric lengthwise, right sides facing, and sew the two short ends shut, leaving a 1/2-inch seam allowance. Turn fabric right side out.
Using a water-soluble pen and a ruler, mark horizontal lines to divide fabric into four equal parts; pin, and sew.
Sew two pairs of 12-inch lengths of twill tape to each opening. Insert pillows, and tie shut.
The fabric will protect the pillows from moisture, but it's best to take the cushions inside before it rains.
Sounds like a really good idea. Just what I have been looking for.
Any reason not to sew the cover closed, assuming the fabric is waterproof?
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How do I mark this as one I want to keep? I can't find it now. This looks like a very comfortable idea!
I'm thinking they could also serve as a temporary sleep over bed for kids. Sorry if this idea has already been mentioned I'm on an iPad and it takes ages to scroll through more comments : )
VicKnight- great idea! Thanks ! We live in Vancouver and it's a bit more 'moist' out here! ha-ha So this is a great solution for me. Enjoy the summer :)
Buy some inexpensive waterproof "pillow protector" cases with a zipper closure. Put these on the pillows before putting them in the cover fabric and they'll be much more outdoor proof.
You can also buy 4 standard shams (or pillow cases) and sew them close together between the sections (cutting away excess border fabric between sections, if necessary). Match styles or mix them - the possibilities are endless
If you are going to take the cushions in anyway, a less expensive way to cover the pillows could be a double flat bed sheet. Depending on the size you need you might get more than one cushion. (chairs wouldn't need as much fabric) Also instead of twill tape, what about a strip of velcro?