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I have found a way to order Custom Cushions online at great prices with a variety of possibilities from the filling to the edges, cording and material design and composition! The patterns are plentiful with a something for EVERY budget and you can make them as simple or as ‘decked’ (lol) out as you like!  The process  for creating my cushion was simple, not overwhelming and the site is user friendly and if you reach out to customer service you will be provided TOP Notch help, in your process and the professionalism and care that comes from Cushion Pros is amazing.  The employees are truly dedicated to first-rate customer service and delivering a quality product.  I honestly got to speak with them a few times along the ordering process and I am so happy I have chosen this project because the ‘fill’ that creates this company is truly stitched together with a love for their products!   I have uncovered a secret,  that you have got to learn about and you will be ‘stuffed’ with knowledge that great consumers need to know! You all are my great consumers and I love learning new places to shop and share with you.  I am always careful about who to choose to work with and who might actually deliver you a valuable product at a realistic cost and today I have you covered, stuffed and full with my latest find:  Cushion Pros.

Here is my story of  The Cushion Makeover!

one of our items being redone by Cushion Pros

After 14 years of wear and tear, it is time to say bid farewell to our current cushions on our wicker furniture.  Time, sun, animals(critters), and the natural elements have laid them to rest.  The cushions are not so ‘cushiony’ and the feeling beneath my bottom might even be compared to having a child with bony legs sit on you as it is that uncomfortable.  When we sit on our current cushions, there is not sinking in, there is sinking right through because the fill and plushness is gone.  You actually feel like you are sitting on the wicker and that is not the most comfortable feeling in the world.

Wicker furniture is an investment and  it is constructed to stand the test of time, so I am grateful we don’t have to replace the furniture, rather just the cushions. My question for you is:  Have you ever shopped for cushions?  We have gone to the store, brought cushions home and returned them, only to remember that they are ‘curved’ specialty cushions that we need, not the basic cushions and these are  not easily acquired.  We have brought home cushions that are uncomfortable, too big, too small, and everything in between.  Getting your cushions just right is very important to the use of the furniture because if the cushions are not there you probably are not going to sit down and rest!

If  you have spent any time shopping for cushions you know it can be defeatist.  Cushions are not all standard;  patio and pool stores are over-priced and do not always offer what you are seeking, such as special aspects of your cushions(curves, knife edge, boxed edge, single corded or double corded, etc) and colors to match the furniture and the style.  I found it highly frustrating to attempt to find and purchase what we wanted  from the design to the cut(the actual curve of the cushions).  It is highly perplexing to know what you want, but come to the realization that the pattern, and material you seek is not available and what is actually in stock is very limited.  I have never been one to conform and I am a HUGE proponent of internet shopping because I know that I can shop across the world to find what I am looking for with no more than a few keystrokes.  What I have found will excite those of you who have been looking for cushions for your chairs that either are standard or not standard size.  The cushions that I was seeking  needed to be customizable to my exact dimensions!  I have found customizable cushions and they are worth their weight in gold!  Here is the kicker:  to create the cushions I need nothing more than a template and some measurements!

Here’s a light overview of what you need to know:

IF you are template ordering(creating a cushion from a current cushion pattern) – all the directions you will need is on Cushion Pros website, but these are a few tips that will help you along! Learn from my errors!

Template DIY Kit! Here is what you need

1) We required a template because we had curves as you can see on our cushions in the photos.  Many people never create a template.

2) A template is created by tracing the seat that you will be needing cushions for, it is really no big deal.  It is suggested to use Craft Paper for tracing in order to get the right cut.  The template will help in fashioning the cut of your cushion.  One of my greatest challenges was getting this part correct.  I used tissue paper, which is what we had handy, but it  is not the most advisable item for tracing.  You need an exact trace and tissue is flimsy.  The measurements need to be exact in order to really be able to utilize the template.  You will be marking down other information on every template, so make sure you have carefully studied your old cushions.

Our Pattern contained our name, address and phone number as well as where we wanted the zipper placed(on the side, or on the back), there is a full section that describes how to do this and anything you can’t accomplish on your own, you have a whole team backing you up! A big shout out to Ms. Posey! She was wonderful and helped me.  We had used tissue paper so we had to make a decision as to whether we should trace it again on craft paper or if we should  just use our measurements.  Ms. Posey had answers to my questions including what cording was? I always referred to cording as ‘piping’ and that was definitely not what it was!

The whole process of tracing took me under an hour on 5 pieces and we have made a decision, the Sofa and the Love Seat are now getting one full cushion rather than 2 separate cushions, that is going to make it easier to haul in and out!  I loved the many brands that we could choose from, as I cited before finding material that I wanted was a big no go when we shopped local retail.  The material selection and the vendors they offer make it possible to create the cushion of your dreams as well as the look! We chose from designers like Sunbrella, Robert Allen, Covington, Carnegie, Outdura, Bryant Industries, Geobella, Premier, Maco, Swavelle, and Belle Dura.   Each one has a different look and feel to it, so you will definitely find one to meet your taste as well as your budget!   

I am not going to tell you what we chose just yet, I will show you the before  and you can see the after when it arrives.  Normal service turn around time is about 10 days.  We just placed our order and since the summer is fresh and your cushions may not be, I thought I would hurry up and share this easy process with you.  If you are looking to freshen up those cushions on your  wicker furniture, chaise, window seats or bar stools, get that Craft Paper out and start those templating engines! Give Ms. Posey and her wonderful team they will walk you through the whole ordering process!

Now, if you have read my story and want to start saving money and getting your old cushions made new or if you want a pet bed, a new pillow  cushion, any and all products from the Cushion Pros site,— here is a 12% off discount code  PITFRUMOM –A frugal deal and a great way to get your pillows, cushions and more to your door!

Get ready to sit down and relax on  your furniture again! Cushion Pros can give your seats new life! CushionPros, a custom cushion division of American Mills, Inc. was launched by company owners Bill and Alisa Shapard in November, 2011. “As a fourth generation family owned business, we have a long history of commitment to excellence. We have been providing quality products for over 75 years!” – Bill Shapard