How to Make V-Berth Cushions

[@alicebaldridge8720]

I’ve recovered all the interior cushions on a 27 Erickson and cockpit cushions from scratch, and cushions for my truck camper bed using these videos. The first one was a little rough but then it got easier. However for each new project I come back to the video for review!

[@SailriteDIY]

That's amazing to hear! It's great that the videos have been helpful to you in recovering all those cushions. Keep up the good work!

[@PrimeReal]

Dears, What did I get myself into! This looked much easier the first time I watched this video. Now I must go on as I have purchased all the materials.

[@akshunwill]

Follow through!!! You got this!

[@twistedsphere]

This is by far one of the best, most well communicated tutorials I've watched at KZbin University. Kudos to all involved!

[@SailriteDIY]

Your welcome!

[@haraldhefel1368]

There are no better tutorials in depth and clearly understandable , thank you . I also used the sail rite fabricator sewing mashing and it’s a mashing for beginners and pros alike , thank you

[@gretahelphrey7842]

Very instructive, the narrative is clear and well-paced, covering a lot of steps without getting boring. Good camera work. (Kudos to the camera man and director). I will have to re-watch the math calculations section, but was grateful you didn't belabor the figuring during construction. I can go back to study this as needed. And, best of all, I learned a new and simpler method for inserting the zipper. I just need to remember that pull!

[@SailriteDIY]

+Greta Helphrey I am so glad you liked it. Let us know if you have questions when it comes time to make your own cushions.

[@terryteekell3742]

Greta Helphrey gggghaaail coffee

[@terryteekell3742]

Nnnnnsail coves ails

[@sb75ification]

Great video! I'm sold......on paying a professional to make my new cushions.

[@SailriteDIY]

That is too funny! But as you can see that is why a professional will often charge thousands for a job like this. If you have the time and patience you can do it otherwise you can turn to a canvas shop and pay them.

[@robertoleeva985]

This lady is a true pro..!!! Great job. Very inspiring

[@SailriteDIY]

We are glad you liked it!

[@rebeltreble1]

Fantastic instructions. I made our V-berth cushions with this tutorial and they turned out perfect!

[@SailriteDIY]

Glad we could help. We would love it if you would post photos to our Facebook: facebook.com/sailrite

[@fredrodriguez3913]

Agree with all the comments that this is an excellent, informative video.

[@PurpleHousePropertiesLLC]

this is a ridiculously detailed video! you guys are giving away all your secrets! I wish all videos for everything were made like tnis!

[@SailriteDIY]

We will keep them coming, if our viewers and especially our customers continue to like them. Thanks!!!

[@ismzaxxon]

excellent training. You have a new customer.

[@F3FisGoodforYou]

Absolutely wonderful tutorial !

[@jingyan3889]

Great video!! Really helpful and has all the details!

[@svodysseus9906]

Great video, I think I will just use solid colors lol... ***head spinning froma ll the stripes***

[@SailriteDIY]

+SV Odysseus Sounds good. Let us know if you have questions.

[@angelest-georges4348]

Can you make mine please😊 Wow. Wonderful instructive video. I love how you explain everything step-by-step❤Love even more that you repeat yourself clearly. Very nice work Angela. I NEED you to do the solid red ones with thick plastic cover for my boat😭😭😭 I have a bit more faith that I could pull it off thanks to this video but you could just take my money and make mine🙏🙏🙏I've been looking everywhere for a good instructional video to guide me for my cushions bit this 🙌🙌🙌 The only video I've found that is helpful. All that said, do you want a new customer 😊😉

[@SailriteDIY]

We supply the fabric, tools and sewing machines for DIYers, but do not sew up custom projects, sorry.

[@rhondadaley8919]

loved the presentation and how-to information, great job.

[@delphineponcin]

Thank you for the video! Beautiful work Angela!

[@SailriteDIY]

Delphine Poncin Glad you liked it. Let us know if you have any questions.

[@chrisdrynan]

Such a great and instructive video. One could fairly confidently follow the directions and make their own cushions, however I think it also serves as a guide to how fairly priced professionals are when making these cushions. It would have been useful to know how long the project took in labour hours from a professional's point of view.

[@SailriteDIY]

If it were not being filmed (which typically doubles the amount of time for a project) I would estimate a project like this at 8 to 13 hours.

[@brianfanning9030]

thankyou from NZ

[@gunter5069]

great,all the best from croatia,rogoznica

[@patriciaforgette4121]

I have material that unravels a lot. In order to prevent that from happening with the zipper plaque I add approximately 1/4" to my boxing. Then after cutting the fold with scissors and before splaying the fabric open, I use the hot knife on the edges. No more raveling threads around the zipper!

[@SailriteDIY]

Great suggestion. Thanks!

[@gilthomas8020]

What a perfect work! Bravo!

[@neleabels]

But again, a very instructive video. Thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

+Nele Abels Thanks for you positive comments!

[@peggyt1243]

Angela must have done very well in math. If I ever make v berth cushions, I will choose solid fabric otherwise I will end up with a big mess.

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, a solid color fabric would make the job slightly easier.

[@KeithWilliamson-sn2ly]

I'm confused. If we are cutting the foam 1/4" bigger all around (than the pattern...not counting wedge), and we add 1/4" on the fabric (bigger than the pattern).....isn't the fabric then the same size as the foam? Why not just use the cut foam to determine the fabric cut lines?

[@coldh4nd]

Your videos are so informative and I’ve learnt so much. Trying to figure out what an estimated cost range would be to have this job done. Are you able to give us a price range for what was made in this video?

[@SailriteDIY]

A professional canvas shop may charge between $2000 to $5000 for a total v-berth cushion project (two V-Berth Cushions and one Keystone cushion, 3 cushions totoal). That would include labor and materials. It will take about 4 hours labor per each cushion for a total of about 12 hours. Typically a shop will charge about $75 to $95 per hour. Use this PDF link to figure hours for a professional: marinefabricatormag.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2018/02/timeline-standards.pdf Let me know if you have more questions.

[@coldh4nd]

@@SailriteDIY wow you are so fantastically gratuitous! I have been using your excellent training videos to learn so much and applying it not only to my boats but building other peoples canopies and cushions and now know it is what I want to do with my life and escape my corporate IT job that is eating my soul! Sewing and boat works in general is my saviour and I am determined to do this for a living and knowing how to price things up effectively is the 1 part of the puzzle I really needed a good guide for. You guys really are so brilliant to help me with this. I am based in the UK so our pricing may differ but this is pure gold! No I just need to find a good wholesaler as my business grows to help my reduce the costs buying in bulk, but for now I will keep buying as I go for each job. Really early days, have done 5 canopies and 3 cushion sets, have another job lined up and a helm chair. Such an exciting time in my life and it is 100% as a result of your videos and tutorials I am able to do this so thank you all from the bottom of my heart!

[@tomwassmer9828]

Great video! I have one question. I can’t figure out if the seam allowance on the cushion is 3/8”, why do you add 1/4” around the perimeter of the pattern? I’m missing something there. I thought the extra distance added to the pattern IS the seam allowance. I’m guessing my definition of “seam allowance” is wrong! Thanks!

[@SailriteDIY]

We want the cushion cover to compress the foam a little for a less wrinkly fabric. So, the top plate is slightly smaller than the foam size after sewing.

[@thomastirolflorida5363]

Piece of cake, if you are a sewing GOD like her.

[@timoregan7304]

Great video. Very helpful.

[@SailriteDIY]

+Tim O'Regan I am glad you liked it. Let us know if you have questions.

[@miamitreasurehunter]

Great video thank you for posting this!

[@SailingAlma]

great video

[@SailriteDIY]

+amateur sailorchallenge Thanks!!! Let us know if you have questions about our products or instructional videos.

[@n721sw]

Wow! Very nice video, thank you!

[@SailriteDIY]

You are welcome!!!

[@MrMedicAdnan]

WELL DONE... my job is a much simpler, I hope. It is all one color at least haha

[@SailriteDIY]

Thanks

[@Eve85719]

Thank you

[@PrimeReal]

I have no idea what is happening around 19:45. I've watched it several times. Paused the video, and really just have no idea what is happening. I know it has something to do with lining up the stripes from the previous cushion and a seam allowance, but what does it have to do with the additional 1/4 inch? What even is the purpose of the 1/4th inch vs the seam allowance?

[@minaettabaq4845]

MERCI ET BRAVO.

[@patriciaforgette4121]

I'm confused why you add 1/4" all around and not the seam allowance. What am I missing?

[@SailriteDIY]

Usually for cushions we sew a seam allowance of 3/8” to a 1/2” all around. True the 3/8” or 1/2" seam allowance is not taken into account intentionally because we want a tight fitting cover over the foam. The foam will also compress slightly when the smaller cover is in place, taking out most wrinkles in the fabric. The wrinkles will tend to get worse with more use over the years, so the tighter cover will help to reduce this fact.

[@patriciaforgette4121]

@@SailriteDIY Thanks, that clarifies the 1/4" thing. I thought however cutting the foam with extra dimensions all around would make the fit tighter.

[@SailriteDIY]

@@patriciaforgette4121 The foam will compress slightly due to the fabric cover being slightly smaller in size. So, the extra size of foam will compensate for this fact making the cushion fill the space it is designed for.

[@thebeattielife9528]

How do you address curvature? Some of the edges aren’t a straight edge, but curved.

[@SailriteDIY]

If the edges of the top plate are curved simply cut the top and bottom plates to match the curve. If you cut your foam slightly oversized (1/4" on all edges) then after your foam is cut to size you can simply lay the foam over your fabric and trace around it. That would then incorporate the curve along the edge in the plates. If that does not answer your question email me more details or photos to [e-mail]

[@jamukas1]

This is a great video, great detail, but excuse my ignorance, but why do you ad that 0.25 when cutting out the foam ?

[@SailriteDIY]

When the cushion cover is fitted over the foam it will compress it slightly. This 1/4 inch will help to fill the void where the foam was compressed. Good question!

[@jamukas1]

Ok thank you, thinking about doing this as I might be buying a yacht in Queensland, I wish there was carpentry one' s similar to this one in detail..

[@kameltoes2625]

WHY was there no polyester/Dacron batting installed around the foam (or silk wrap film) before inserting into the cover? Breathability??

[@SailriteDIY]

When using Dry Fast foam a silk film should not be used. Why? Dry Fast foam should be allowed to breath, so it if gets wet it will dry out quickly. A polyester batting is used to give the cushions a more rounded look along the edges, we decided that was not desired for the cushions we were making. Polyester Batting could have been used, if you want a more rounded looking edge.

[@PrimeReal]

Checklist starting @48:22

[@marlakaine]

Is it merely a preference to have the zipper on the boxing instead of on the bottom of the cushion (as shown in your other v-berth cushion video)? Any other advantage to either? My v berth cushions are irregular so won't be flipped.

[@SailriteDIY]

Applying a zipper to the bottom side is easier than applying it in the boxing. Here are the only reasons you may not want to apply it to the bottom side: 1. Cushion is not flippable. 2. Zipper rubs up against solid surface where cushion sits. 3. If the foam is thin the occupant may feel the zipper when using.

[@marlakaine]

@@SailriteDIY Thank you!

[@patriciaforgette4121]

Is there a reason you did not use the silk film wrap and vacuum method on these cushions? I will be ordering 2" foam for my cabin cushions and now I'm not certain if I should buy the silk film. It looked like a great method to get the cushions to fit easily.

[@SailriteDIY]

It is a great way to get the foam inside the cushions. If I remember correctly at the time of filming we did not stock the silk film, so we did not use it. Had we stocked it we would have used it.

[@patriciaforgette4121]

@@SailriteDIY thanks!

[@haydenwatson7987]

If you have the old cushions and they fit well, can you just cut them apart and use them for patterns?

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, that can be done.

[@ChopStrand23]

Is sunbrella fabric a good material for v birth cushions?

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, Sunbrella Upholstery fabric or Outdura Upholstery fabric work great for V-Berth Cushions. Use this link for Outdura: www.sailrite.com/Fabrics/Brand/Outdura

[@tcbridges]

I see you didn't use any white batten is that ok to do it that way

[@SailriteDIY]

Using batting is a preference and not a requirement. Using batting will give the cushions a more rounded look.

[@thebeattielife9528]

Why not use the metric system?

[@SailriteDIY]

99% of our customers are from the USA. We have not adopted to the metric system, I wish we would.

[@hpeterson10579]

My Berth looks identical... how much dura Skyrim should I order?

[@SailriteDIY]

I would order 5 yards, it is not expensive and it will give you extra.

[@tcbridges]

Thank You, How much and what size pieces of foam did you use.

[@SailriteDIY]

We used a 4" think foam. I would recommend using a High Density Polyurethane foam firm for these types of cushions.

[@tcbridges]

Can you tell me roughly how many yards of cloth you used on this project

[@SailriteDIY]

To do the V-Birth Cushions we used about 5 to 6 yards of fabric. You may find this calculator helpful in determining the amount of fabric to order: www.fabric-calculator.com/cushions.aspx

[@palmtree5544]

Why couldn't you make the outer edges square instead of the 3/4" taper, then use fabric for the bottom panel. This would make a very small gap at part of the outer edge, but it is a small sacrifice for being able to flip the mattress.

[@SailriteDIY]

Yes, if a cushion is flip-able that is always a good idea. In this case most of these cushions could not be flipped due to the shape of the space they fit into.

[@palmtree5544]

Maybe there is something I am missing, but the only difference I see is part of the outer edge along the hull sides would have to be cut 90 degrees instead of tapered. Love your videos. Thank you.

[@popsoldboats3406]

Any crack or gap is a place to slip into. I once saw a child twist her ankle in the V berth the cushion had a 1 inch gap. She crawled up to nap like kids love to do. When she tried to get up the rocking of the boat was just enough to bump her off balance when she was trying to get up. We all thought it broke her ankle. And remember a good captian runs a tight ship. That mean tight fits every where possible. This would also help the owner out when everything gets lost in his lose cushions. None of his fit tight. And they also move on rough waters making any trip less comfortable. Hope this helps you make a choice for your interiors. And my boats all need new interior.

[@turtlecrossingsailing]

I wish they'd make one without the stripes for the people with less sewing knowledge. I want to see the basic method and I keep getting confused about the stripe part. It's a great tutorial but I think it'd be easier for total newbies to follow without it being striped... just adds another layer of confusion.

[@turtlecrossingsailing]

After watching further I didn't need to worry. It's a very concise tutorial, I just needed to get past the stripe part :D

[@jeremyclarke4481]

Why didn't you just use the old covers as a pattern?

[@SailriteDIY]

That could be done if the old covers fit well and do not have large rips.

[@jonib1802]

do I need to buy new cushions when redoing berths

[@SailriteDIY]

No, sometimes the old foam is reusable. If the old foam does not bottom out when sat on and if the foam does not have mold and mildew all over it it can be reused.

[@sammontalvo8904]

Why not just copy the old cushions

[@SailriteDIY]

You can do that, yes. We have a new V-Berth Cushion tutorial coming out today. Be watching for it.

[@neleabels]

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[@bahamaboytv6024]

I'll just pay you I'm with math shit my head hurt you have a new customer

[@tonycarroll9311]

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