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Where might I find new cushions for these chairs?

5 years ago

Hi all!

I am looking for new cushions for these chairs. I like the wood and rattan parts of the chairs but the cushions don't match the vision I have for the room (i'm a midcentury Modern person and am looking to integrate some deeper colors that don't go along with this palette).

Part of the issue is that I don't actually know what kinds of chairs these are, which inhibits my ability to search effectively. But also, when I do find something that looks like a possibility, it's usually for outdoor furniture and includes ties, and is also much thinner than the current cushion.

I don't sew. :)

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shadylady2u

5 years ago

That would be custom. Very unlikely you’ll find one already made.

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purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
I thought I attached a picture but apparently not. Here it is.
drdeb1234
5 years ago
There’s still no pic, but I’ve found that a good upholsterer can do anything
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purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
Now is there a pic??

yes, I know—but upholsterers are so expensive!
purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
Alrighty then! Thanks all.
ratherbesewing
5 years ago
I don't think the cushion on your current chair is original. It's looks too big to me. Is the cushion removable or is it attached? Google rattan barrel chair for ideas.
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gracie01 zone5 SW of Chicago
5 years ago
You don't need an "upholsterer"; ask around your area for a good seamstress, you might find one that's reasonably priced. I agree that the current cushion looks a tad too big.
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shadylady2u
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
ratherbesewing is right that it looks too big. The front is sticking out too far. If you do have one made, let them make a template of the chair so they can make it the right size.

ETA, while you don't need an upholster, you do need someone that specializes in home decor. Cushions are not easy to make and it won't be cheap.
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purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
Hmm, I never thought about it being too big before. I'll see what I can find out wrt local sewing folks. I just hate to spend a lot of money on something I got for free! And I have no idea what fabric i'd choose--I just ordered retro-ish dark teal velvet chairs for the other side of the room and my style is MCM.
Larri
5 years ago
You might try Pier 1 until you're ready to bite the bullet for a custom cushion. https://www.pier1.com/seat_cushions

https://www.pier1.com/tufted-large-contour-chair-cushion-in-eva-floral-clay/3268073.html?cgid=seat_cushions#prefn1=curatedCushionType&prefv1=Large%2520Contour%2520Chair&origin=gridswatch
purrus
Original Author
5 years ago
thank you larri! I'll look at those links.

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