1. 5cm fold line Square cushion: This refers to the two squares on the fabric Allow for front and back of cushion in measurements even though the fabric is being folded. And just add a little bit more just to help with the folding later on Folded cushion case Notches, on these red lines it is worth cutting notches just to know where to fold the fabric when it comes to making your cushion. Ask your teacher to help if you’re unsure what to do. 2cm fold line

2. Fold the 2cm seam allowance Over. 5cm fold line 2cm fold line Neatening the raw edges.

3. The 2cm seam allowance is tucked under the 5cm fold line (like so.) 5cm fold line 2cm fold line

4. Pin the folded piece down. The 2cm seam allowance fold is tucked under to neaten the edge Make sure that the pins are facing the seam. Creating the facings

5. Repeat the process for the other side. Fold the 2cm seam allowance over. Creating the facings

6. The 2cm seam allowance is tucked under the 5cm fold line (like so.) Creating the facings

7. Pin the folded piece down. The 2cm seam allowance fold is tucked under to neaten the edge Make sure that the pins are facing the seam. Creating the facings

8. Putting the edge of the sewing machine foot on the edge of the fold and sewing Sew the facing down using straight stitch. Tip: take out the pins as you go along. Sewing the ‘facings’ down

9. The cushion is placed in the centre of the fabric (illustrated here by the yellow square) the fabric to the sides are to be folded in. Red line indicates front of the cushion Front of cushion The sides here are then used to make up the back of the cushion

10. Any designs will go within the this area i.e. an embroidered flower. Front of the fabric, all you can see is the stitch lines Red line indicates front of the cushion Add the design.

11. These extra flowers which are different sizes add an extra dimension to the design. Red line indicates front of the cushion Add the design.

12. The design looks finished with different sized flowers that make the design more interesting and considered Red line indicates front of the cushion Add the design.

13. Any design can go on the front of the cushion using various techniques such as bondaweb, embroidery, applique or batik. Red line indicates front of the cushion You can also add further fabrics to the front in stripes then embroidery on top. Add interest by sewing on top of an appliqued design to roughen it up. Some other designs.

14. Back of fabric, shows the folded side Creating the front and back of cushion. Red line indicates front of the cushion

15. Creating the front and back of cushion. Back of fabric, shows the folded side Iron the fabric to keep the fold nice and flat before you pin the sides down. MAKE sure the iron is clean and at the right temperature for the fabric you’re using or it may melt or ruin your work. Iron: this is hot so be careful when using it!! Red line indicates front of the cushion

16. Back of fabric, shows the folded side The folded sections must come together so that the facings are on top of each other (like in the diagram.) This is to hold the cushion tightly and to stop you seeing the cushion when it is inside the cover. Iron: this is hot so be careful when using it!! Back of fabric, shows the folded side Red line indicates front of the cushion

17. Back of fabric, shows the folded side Folding both sides down and ironing. Place your pins facing the seam ensuring that you pin down the facings so that they don’t move when your sewing. Iron: this is hot so be careful when using it!! Back of fabric, shows the folded side Red line indicates front of the cushion Pins facing the seam.

18. Machine foot is placed on fabric with seam allowance of 1.5cm Be careful going over this part as it is very thick watch you don’t get wobbly. You may find it easier to take thepins out as you go along

20. Zigzag stitch/overlocking must be on the edge of the fabric. To neaten up your raw edges now you can either zig zag stitch over the edge or ask your teacher to overlock the edges to stop the fabric from fraying Don’t forget to do both sides

21. Give the fabric a last iron and stuff your cushion inside. Well done you’ve finished! Now all you have to do is turn the cushion cover the right way round by going through the opening and you’ve finished all the construction. The opening is here

22. This cushion looks amazing in my front room!!