Remember all those coffee sacks I picked up at the farm supply store? Well, I decided to use some of them to make a slipcover for an ottoman I built and I am so stinkin happy with the results!



I attached those all around the frame with a nail gun leaving about an inch space between each one. There was no reason for that, I was just trying to make sure I had plenty to cover the entire frame.
I really wanted to put castor wheels on this because, well, I love castors and being able to easily move a piece of heavy furniture around if I need to is a bonus. So, I headed to Lowes and found these.
I really liked the copper/bronze look and thought they would pair nicely with the coffee sack that I was planning to use. And they only cost 5.69 for a pair.
After attaching the castors, I brought it inside to finish. I wanted the ottoman to have some cushion to it, so, I wrapped it in medium loft batting.
Next I measured out the sides and top and cut the appropriate pieces from the coffee sacks. For the top, I used canvas drop cloth instead of burlap coffee sack. Burlap isnt soft and I wanted the top to be comfy in case we wanted to rest our feet and legs up there.
After measuring and cutting all the fabric for each section, I placed the fabric on the ottoman, inside out and pinned. Then I removed it and sewed and then gave it a good ironing. Sorry, I didnt get a photo of the sewing part, I was trying to get it done before it was time to start dinner.
And thats it! I cant tell you how excited I was when I slipped the slipcover over the frame and it fit!! Im still new to sewing my own slipcovers. :) I chose to make a loose slipcover, instead of actually attaching the fabric to the frame with a staple gun, because I preferred the loose casual slipcover look for this project better. I am LOVING this ottoman! And the castors peeking out from the bottom are a fun addition.

Im not the best at tutorials, but I hope these instructions are clear enough should you want to make one for yourself. :) And if I just confused you, you can always contact me with questions and I will help as best I can!

I am huntin for some pretty fabrics for fall to change out the pillows on the couch for the fall season. I cant wait!

Hope you have a great day!
P.S. More mini bread boards sets are listed in my Etsy Shop! And Ive designed and made a new large one. Ill be sharing that with you later this week. It is the perfect companion to the mini sets! Take care and be safe! :)
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