covers for our old, stained and faded patio cushions. The lime green and white geometric print will brighten up our patio seating.
It's a woven 100% polyester shower curtain, originally from Target. I bought this at Value Village on Senior discount day for $4.50. It measures 72 by 72 inches, enough to sew covers for 4 18-inch square cushions, with some extra fabric leftover. I priced outdoor fabric at JoAnn Fabrics and found many that I liked priced at $9.99/yd on sale. With the shower curtain, I basically got 2 yards, with extra width (most of the outdoor fabric at JoAnn's was 60 inches wide), at about 1/4 the price of new outdoor fabric.
I need to buy some all polyester thread and then I'll be ready to sew these up.
Great idea to use a shower curtain for the patio pillows. I look forward to seeing the finished product.
ReplyDeleteHi Live and Learn,
DeleteI think the fabric will work for outdoor use. I'll make sure to take photos of the finished cushions.
What a great idea! I needed to chair pads for my patio chairs. Omg I couldn’t believe how much they cost. I got my set on clearance and didn’t pay that much for the whole thing. I put it off until I had no choice, then asked for them for Mother’s Day.
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Hi Diane,
DeleteI know -- I was shocked at the cost to replace some cushions, especially seat cushions. I'm glad you could ask for some for Mother's Day. New chair pads would make a wonderful gift.
That will be a fun pattern for your patio. Do you already have cushions that you plan to re-cover?
ReplyDeleteHi Kris,
DeleteYes, I'll be recovering our old throw pillow style cushions. I just need to get some poly thread and I can begin sewing!
That is a great repurpose! I love the bright fabric and most likely it is waterproof, which will make it perfect for outdoors.
ReplyDeleteHi Ruthie,
DeleteThat's what I was thinking. As a shower curtain that is 100% polyester, it should be water resistant. I love the bright color, too!
Great idea! The fabric is cute and cheerful too.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Colleen. I really like the bright color and pattern.
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