So, I covered the mattress with a thick duvet to add a texture, securing it with the mattress protector. The mattress is very angular otherwise. I measured and made covers for the mattress and two large cushions for the back and one smaller for the side.
A cool sofa which can double as a bed if/when there is a festive overspill!
I marked where to adjustheadboard and inserted the chipboard. I had also levelled the corners and also cut off the slanted parts of the bottom feet.
I first assmebled the bed/raw materials to see what needed to be done.
So I had so much hassel with Ikea sofas and found a blog for people who upgrade Ikea furniture called Ikea Hackers. Anyway, I wanted to make a sofa after putting together the self assembly sofas. I knew that I would make it better. So I ordered:
Raw Bits
Tools:
I measured and made the cover. It was the simplest pattern. I love it!!!!
Once I had the box I tacked (with a staple gun) the cushion to the top. I then covered with a cheap duvet that I cut out a simple pattern (you can get them from a big superstore basics range – or even Ikea. It worked out cheaper than wadding by the meter).
So, I drill the holes that I need to screw the joints together.
I wanted to get this: The Klippan footstool. I would have bought it, but it was out of stock in the Ikea branch nearest to me. I found the manual and it looked really simple. I only wanted the frame as I wanted to cover it in an African print.
I got rid of some chairs that were really ugly, but held onto the cushions that were really decent quality. I thought I might do something with them.
So, I went to a large DIY chain and went to the off-cut section. I negotiated buying some MDF for £3. I had measured the cushion beforehand and as they offer 15 free cuts, I had the pieces cut to size. Here are the pieces and the ugly velour cushion.
