DIY bag chair

Exquisitely shapeless bean bags are the perfect solution for small apartments. They perfectly fulfill their main function, while taking up very little space. Finished products are not cheap, so many want to know how to make a chair bag with their own hands. It can be made in the form of a huge ball, pear or a large pouf. Sewing such a product is not difficult at all; the beginning seamstress will also cope with this work.

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The right choice of material

Before stitching a bean bag chair, you need to choose the right materials. Frameless furniture is designed to withstand the same loads as ordinary. Therefore, it is important to choose the right fabric. The material should be pleasant to the touch and strong enough. As for the color scheme, it all depends on the taste preferences of the owner.

Overview of materials for exterior upholstery:

• Satin, satin, silk or calico for home furniture production will not fit categorically, because they are too thin.
• Velor or flock are suitable for this purpose. The latter has water repellent properties. Flock is a great option for a family with young children. It does not fade in the sun, is resistant to wear and is well cleaned of impurities.
• Of artificial fabrics, chenille is a good option. The looped pile makes it very aesthetic. At the same time, the loops do not open. Chenill is easy to care for and very durable. Furniture will turn out not only beautiful and comfortable, but also practical.
• Good options are faux leather or suede. The costs will be a little more, but such a product will last longer. These materials are quite durable and resistant to wear.
• If the costs do not scare you, you can purchase a tapestry fabric. The advantage of the tapestry is that it has an antistatic effect, which is why it is great for making furniture filled with polystyrene foam balls.

Important! The inner bag can be sewn from almost any breathable fabric that lets air through. This allows the product to take the desired shape. Do not use loose and slippery fabrics.

Material overview for inner bag:

• Well suited for inner bag flannel, satin or calico. Cotton fabrics are used in 2 additions.

Important! The optimum web width is 1400-1500 mm. This allows you to sew a chair with a minimum number of seams. A narrower canvas has a limited area of ​​use, not suitable for all models. It is undesirable to use a fabric with a larger width, since many residues will be obtained that are unsuitable for further use.

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How to sew a chair - preparation for sewing

So, the chair bag is the inner and outer covers:

• The outer cover made of thick and durable fabric has a zipper. It is advisable to equip it with a carrying handle.
• An inner cover made of thinner, breathable fabric is filled with polystyrene or polystyrene balls. Here, you also need to provide a small “lightning” to make it more convenient to fill the structure. In the future, as the balls are crumpled, it will be necessary to add packing.

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How to make a do-it-yourself bag chair at home - supplies

For work you will need:

• Fabrics for sewing inner and outer covers - 3.0 m each.
• Two zippers - 40 and 100 cm.
• Filler - 300 l.

Before you sew a chair bag with your own hands, the patterns must be transferred to graph paper to make patterns. More experienced seamstresses can transfer parts directly to the fabric.

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Work algorithm:

• Before stitching the cover for the bean bag, transfer the pattern to the textile. You can use chalk or soap.
• Mark seam allowances. To prevent the seams from opening, it is advisable to take an allowance of 15 mm. If the fabric is strewed, it is advisable to process the edges with a zigzag.
• Cut 6 wedges for both fabrics.
• Fold the first 2 wedges facing inward. Sew 150 mm on top and bottom so that there is room for sewing in “zippers”.
• Sew and then fasten the clasp.
• Attach the next wedge and iron the seam to one side.
• Attach the other wedges in the same way.

Important! To fix the seam allowances, sew one more line along the front side, at a distance of 1 cm from the seam. It is advisable to use the maximum line of the sewing machine (4-5).

• Sew on the base and bottom of the chair.
• Sew the inner cover in the same way. The only difference is that you have to insert a 40-centimeter “lightning”, and you will have to build 450 mm on top and bottom.
• After the covers are ready, proceed to stuffing the inner cover.

Important! You need to work only in a protective mask so that the balls of the filler do not accidentally get into the respiratory tract. Fill the cover about ⅔ of the volume, then the product will turn out soft.

Do-it-yourself pear chair!

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Useful Tips

Here are some more tips for making a DIY bean bag chair:

• Foam balls that are too large should not be used as they will crumple quickly and the product will need to be filled too often.
• The use of polystyrene foam as a filler for a do-it-yourself bag chair is not the best option. Over time, spent packaging foam can produce an unpleasant odor.
• To prevent electrified balls from sticking to your hands, use a paper sheet rolled up into a tube when stuffing.
• Do not stuff the product with children, as foam may be in the nose or mouth of the child.

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Now you have an idea how to sew a chair bag with your own hands. As you can see, this is easy. The ability to work with fabrics, a little hard work, patience, and a new, original and modern furniture-chair-bag with your own hands will appear in your house! The master class from this article will help you with this!