1
Trim your finished stitching,
leaving a 3cm (1¼in) border
around all sides.
2
Cut two pieces of backing
fabric measuring 36x25cm
(14x10in) for the envelope-
opening back panel. Sew a 2cm
(¾in) double hem along one long
edge of each piece.
3
Pin bias binding to the front
of your stitched piece, with
the sewing on the bias binding
aligned with the 1cm (½in) seam
allowance. Tack in place.
4
With right sides facing, place
the back panels over the front,
so the raw edges match and the
hemmed edges overlap in the
middle to create an envelope-
opening. Pin in place.
5
Sew around the edge of
the cushion, using a 1cm
(½in) seam allowance. Trim the
corners, then turn the cushion
cover through to the right side
and press using a cool iron. Insert
your cushion pad to finish.
How to make
the cushion
“I'm a big fan of the
shabby chic look, and
collages with a layered
effect work so well with
this style, so this wintry
design was an absolute
delight to create."
Amanda Gregory, designer
Bright idea
Because our cushion has a
collage feel, you could use
separate elements of the
design to stitch a matching
card or gift tag if you're
giving it as a present.
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Winter cushion
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