This project involves repurposing old rugs into unique and functional floor cushions. You will learn how to measure, cut, sew, and stuff these cushions, creating a sustainable and stylish addition to your home decor.

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to repurpose old rugs into stylish and functional floor cushions, adding a unique touch to your home decor while promoting sustainability.

Create Floor Cushions from Old Rugs

Measure and Cut the Rug

Measure the desired size for your floor cushion on the old rug. Use fabric chalk or a marker to outline the measurements. Cut the rug along the marked lines using sharp fabric scissors or a rotary cutter.

Prepare the Fabric

If your rug has a backing, carefully remove it to make the fabric more flexible. Lay out the cut pieces ensuring that you have two identical pieces for the front and back of the cushion.

Sew the Pieces Together

Place the two pieces of rug fabric together with the right sides facing each other. Sew along the edges, leaving one side open for filling. Use a strong needle and durable thread, as the rug materials can be thick.

Stuff the Cushion

Turn the sewn fabric right side out. Fill the cushion with your choice of stuffing – it could be foam, old pillow stuffing, or even fabric scraps. Ensure that the cushion is evenly filled.

Close the Cushion

Fold the edges of the open side inward, then stitch it closed either with a sewing machine or by hand. Make sure to use a sturdy stitch to handle the pressure from the stuffing.

Finish Up

Trim any loose threads and ensure all seams are secure. Your floor cushion is now ready to use.

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Create Floor Cushions From Old Rugs

Measure the desired size for your floor cushion and cut the rug accordingly.

Remove any backing from the rug fabric and lay out the pieces.

Sew the two pieces of rug fabric with the right sides facing each other, leaving one side open.

Turn the fabric right side out and stuff the cushion evenly.

Trim loose threads and ensure all seams are secure.

Old rug	Buy
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Stuffing material (foam, old pillow stuffing, or fabric scraps)	Buy

Fabric scissors or rotary cutter	Buy
Sewing machine or needle for hand sewing	Buy
Measuring tape or ruler	Buy
Fabric chalk or marker	Buy

Create Floor Cushions from Old Rugs

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