*UPDATED* BEST DIY Easy Boxed Cushion Cover Tutorial

This video is a beginner friendly tutorial for a one piece, boxed cushion cover. This updated video is the clarify any questions about your measurements that some had from the first video. You can view the first video here • BEST DIY boxed cushion...
The formulas explained in this video are here for your to reference back to, but please be sure to watch first to understand what I am referring to:
The longest measurement is "Depth (x2) + Height (x2) + 1""
The width measurement is "Width + Height + 1""
Your boxed corners on the raw ends will be 1/2 of your cushion height from both raw edges (an even square cut out)
Your boxed corners on the folded end will be 1/2" of your cushion height from the raw edge, but only 1/2 of your cushion height MINUS 1/2" from the folded edge (you will have a rectangle cut out)
These formulas will work for any square or rectangular cushion.
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[@jamestheblacksmith]

Great vid. I made a dog bed using the first video. There was nothing wrong with the vid. Just requied a bit of attention and note taking. Thanks for taking the time to make these.

[@PMercedesMorris]

The most straightforward video I have watched. Demystifying this subject. Well done.

[@linhdasagen6498]

Thank you taking the time to do 2nd video. Sure clears up the last corner measurements. I love this method. Made my outdoor cushions this way.

[@carolyntschupp3874]

This is a great tutorial. Watched your video as I was making the first two and I just finished my fifth 19” square 3.75 deep cushion cover. They are nicely done thanks to your tutorial! Thanks.

[@amypotts2741]

Thank you for clear instructions that gave me the confidence to cover new cushions. They look amazing, and I am so grateful for your video teaching. This IS truly the best DIY Boxed Cushion Cover Tutorial.

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

I’m so glad it was helpful for you!

[@matrixdesigner3332]

This is a most excellent video - you made it look so simple and this method is genius! I had eight couch cushions to cover, and they weren't the same height front to back, but I used your exact instructions with your measurement formulas on the different sized box corners and it turned out great - thank you, I didn't think I could do it but you made it easy!

[@tammykeck7099]

This is such a great tutorial! Thank you so much. I have some cushions that are extra and I want to make a dog bed out of bandanas from the groomer. I can't wait to give this a try once I get them all sewn together to the proper size!

[@danielleferrara1354]

Just found this updated video. I followed your original video to make bench cushions. Only one corner by the zipper was a tad off, but I don’t think it will matter. I’ve never sewed before and can’t believe how well I did. Very satisfying. Thank you for sharing your expertise!!!

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

I’m so happy I was able to help! :)

[@user-fp2dc8wf5c]

This is the easiest cushion cover I have ever made. And it fits well! Thank you so much!

[@MaureenTheTemp]

Thank you! I could not understand how to do the final corners, you filming where exactly on the fold the measurements are made and why they have to account for the seam allowance made all the difference!!😊

[@sunseekermama]

You explained everything so well! I just made my first one! 3 more to go! Thank you for your very easy to follow tutorial!

[@holliesteban3671]

I just finished making a futon cover using your first video last night and thought I would review the video again, just for memory sake, when I suddenly ran across your new updated video. Your first video was very good. My only complaint was that it was not in landscape mode so this video is much easier to watch, and very instructive as well. Thank you for taking the time to teach us all how to make cushion covers you are the best!

[@glendasimpson3362]

This weekend I made 4 sets of cushions! Thanks for the great video on HOW TO DO THAT!

[@user-iv1uf6ge8r]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! A fabulous tutorial, easy to understand and follow. I have made my first cushion covers, and they fit so well and look great. Puppy bed cover is next!!! once again thanks you!

[@joharris7795]

Great tutorial, I will be following this for my outdoor cushions. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertawalker]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I have done no serious sewing for about 20 years (I used to have something on the go all the time) and having come to live in Spain with a new sewing machine I thought I should start with something simple. But until I found your video I was really struggling with what I thought should be really straightforward. I was on the point of giving up and hiding the material in the back of my wardrobe. You explained things so clearly - and after having watched a couple of time I basically did a "sew along" (with pauses) for the first one - which looks great. Half way through the second one now on my own!! Has really inspired me. Again thank you!

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

I am so happy I was able to help Roberta! I’m sure your covers will look fabulous :)

[@Klobo535]

How funny that I found your tutorial and I am going to be using the exact same fabric! Now I know what my cushions will look like completed! 😁

[@tintin9343]

Thank you for this tutorial. I looked a several others, but none of them were quite what I was looking for. I followed yours and am now sitting on my bench with the new cushion. Shame I can't share a pic of it!

[@jafallica]

This is the absolute best video to make this cover! Thanks so much! Great tutorial!

[@cmholt7173]

Thank you for this easy to follow tutorial!!

[@samgallacher8332]

Brilliant and Thank You So Much for your easy to follow instructions

[@Treetop4045]

Thank you! I just finished my first cushion 🎉

[@laurafoster8956]

Thank you , do you have a tutorial for curved back cushions? Your explanations are so very easy to follow.

[@jafallica]

Great video and easy to understand.

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Thanks! Glad it helped :)

[@catherinestewart36]

Thank you for helping me now I can sew my cushion it's so easy

[@ssmith2141]

Thanks for the update 🎉🎉

[@happypuppy297]

Awesome video! Thankyou

[@dthomascful]

Thank you for the update.. measuring was much better! Watching it with a steady camera was also much better🙂\

[@noellerossouw623]

Thank you for your tutorial, it made life so much easier. I was just wondering if it is possible to make the zipper invisible and make the ends of the zipper neater with this method?😊

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Unfortunately, this method doesn’t leave as much room for a professional finish, but it’s great for a quick, beginner friendly project.

[@gaynellecampbell2290]

Do I need to protect my foam with anything for outdoor patio cushions if I’m using the canvas waterproof outdoor fabric

[@jacekpietrzak1056]

Big thank you for your tutorial. I used a sewing machine for the second time in my life but your instructions were clear and easy to follow. I had to make 4 cushions covers and after checking the first one I have noticed it is a little too big (all dimensions double checked🙂). I subtracted 3/4" in both directions and the other three covers came out perfect. Can it be because of of the zipper? I used bigger size than in the tutorial. Thank you again!

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Thank you! It could be. Did you add batting around the cushion? That helps fill any loose areas and makes them more full looking :) glad you got them done!

[@jacekpietrzak1056]

@@MapleandSunshineBoutique I have not bought any so right now it is without batting... but looks really nice, so not a huge problem. And it can be add at any moment.😀

[@user-dr7vb2hr7q]

I just finished one cover using a Coats & Clark Sport zipper that is actually for jackets, so only has the tails at one end and a straight cut for the other. I only realized that after I'd started sewing it in which was not fun. They were the only zippers I could find in 30 inches at the time. What type of zipper did you use for this video? It looks similar. I've got 5 more cushion covers to make and don't know whether to plod along or return zippers and look for another type. Thank you I also had watched another video before finding yours but she did not have the tip you mentioned about the zipper, specifically the tails towards the outside so they would be hidden in the seam allowances. I've resewn the zipper now but would like to know what type you did use. Thank you. Jeanne

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Unfortunately, I made the same mistake and grabbed jacket zippers. It definitely makes it a little more bulky, but does the trick if necessary.

[@rmusic8969]

Best tutorial

[@donnal9034]

I love this tutorial! I didn't think this could be that easy-- but I believe I can do this. But-- my problem is that my cushions are LARGER than what you are using and I can't find fabric in a wide enough width to do the one solid piece in the direction that the pattern goes. I have found a print that I LOVE-- but it's only wide enough to do my back cushions-- but not my seat cushions! :-( Any chance you have covered larger cushions and can explain how you do this if you can't have just one piece to work from?

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Hi! I’m so glad it was helpful! My best suggestion for this situation would be to use a strip of fabric the width of your larger cushions plus the seam allowance on each side, then add a strip of fabric on the left and right long enough to make up the difference. You will have the seams on the edges, but the only other option unless you use a different method would be to sew two strips together down the center if you don’t mind a seam. I hope this helps!

[@coniwoods8721]

My cushion measures 40 x 15. That is the size foam +3 inch height of the foam. My measurements were 37 for the depth and 44 for the length. It is not long enough and is too deep. Any suggestions that I might do to fix this problem as it is quite expensive for the foam and fabric. 20:42

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Which edge are you putting your zipper on? The 40” edge or the 15” edge?

[@rhondaduren4787]

Could I use velcro for the closing

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

It would take some minor modifications, but absolutely!

[@coniwoods8721]

Why is my cushion cover too small? My cushion measures 40 x 15 and the foam is 3 inches I cut the depth to 37 and the width to 44 is that correct? It is not long enough and too wide. Any help would be greatly appreciated as materials and foam are quite expensive.

[@Thelftyovrthr]

Could you help me to figure out cutting measurements for a chaise cushion? At the foot portion it’s 30 inches wide and the seat portion is 25 inches wide, and the whole cushion is 50 inches deep. It’s 6inches in height. I’m not sure how to transition the seat size.

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Unfortunately, you will not be able to use this method since the front and back of your cushion are different widths. You can create a template using your existing cushion and use the same measurements, but the center of your fabric (the front) will be wider and the ends (where it meets in the back at the zipper) will be more narrow.

[@WAGSMadison]

If I sew close the back instead of using a zipper does that change the measurement at all?

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

It doesn’t, but you need to be able to insert your cushion. If you put your cushion in and hand sew it shut after, just press the 1/2” seam allowance to the inside and use a ladder stitch to close. Hope that helps!

[@naomijansen9544]

Love your video

[@ssmith2141]

If I wanted to make one of these to go to the football game and sit on the bleachers how would I go this ?

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

It would be the same concept. Just use a smaller piece of foam and base your calculations on that size.

[@lwelch1450]

What model Janome sewing machine is that you’re using?

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

It’s a 1600p. It’s a great machine!

[@sandyquispe4746]

I’m making one today. If my cushion is only one inch thick and my corner cuts are 1/2 inch would my seam allowance also be 1/2”?

[@sandyquispe4746]

Nevermind I figured out that it would still be 1/2”. Also my front corner cuts would be 1/3 of the thickness of my cushion which calculates to 11/32 of an inch taking into account my side seams of course.

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

I would not recommend this for such a thin cushion, but if so you would need to adjust your seam allowance to 1/4”

[@JR-br8du]

So it doesn’t work if the foam is only 1 inch….

[@danello7]

I did my cushion from the first tutorial. I am very pleased with your teaching and demonstration. My one issue is getting a smooth finish at both ends of the zipper. I use the zipper that you have to cut to the length you want and put on the zipper pull. I am not satisfied with the finish on either side. Please help!

[@danello7]

Oh, that part about sticking the zipper out and not in was not shown in the first video. I think that may be the answer, yes?

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Possibly, but unfortunately the zipper won’t be exactly smooth with this method. There are several other methods that have a more professional finish, but I wanted to keep this tutorial for one piece of fabric and as beginner friendly as possible. You could press the fabric flat on top of your zipper and just sew across perpendicular to the end of the zipper to flatten that area.

[@heatherconte5445]

​@@danello7 that's the same issue I have every single time I try. The zippers stick out and never look like any of the 20 videos I've watched. I have a huge pile of muslin fabric and zippers I've wasted

[@heatherconte5445]

​@@danello7 mine isn't the tabs from the zipper that stick out its the actual zipper itself. It's like the zipper splits and sticks out. Not sure if that's what's happening with you also

[@ApplecorekellyMom]

Does any one know if you can use this method with inverted or inside corners? Ahhhhh. I’m stuck.

[@ApplecorekellyMom]

I figured it out with this method. It is one more small piece of material, but I can do the inverted corner. Sweet! Thanks for your video!! So easy!!

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

Awesome! Glad you figured it out!

[@LYoung-op5ub]

Ore confusing than the first.

[@MapleandSunshineBoutique]

I’d be happy to help clarify if you are struggling.