I saw this DIY as a video on Whatsapp a few years ago… old t-shirts made into non-sew DIY cushion covers… and I’ve been meaning to try it out ever since. Last week I was putting these 3 neon t-shirts in my giveaway pile of clothes and thinking how pretty the colours looked together, when I suddenly remembered that little video. So the t-shirts came off my giveaway shelf and on to my desk. And after a weekend of cutting and painting, this is what I have.DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts:

It’s a super simple DIY with absolutely no stitching involved, so just about anyone can do it. Let’s get started.

What I used:

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

  • Old T-shirts
  • Scissors
  • Acrylic Paints (I used Fevicryl)
  • Pencil and ruler

These t-shirts were plain so I decided to paint on them. If the t-shirts already have a print on them, or you like plain, then you need just the scissors.. nothing else!

(1) Cut the t-shirt:

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

Lay the t-shirt down flat on the table and cut it just below the sleeve at the upper end. Also cut off the hemmed portion at the lower end.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

The t-shirt was sort of like a tube now, open at the top and bottom but closed on the 2 sides. I didn’t cut the sides because the cushion fit into this perfectly as is. If the t-shirt was larger I would have cut open the 2 sides too.

(2) Paint the t-shirts:

I slid a newspaper between the 2 layers to prevent the paint from going through to the bottom layer of the t-shirt.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

And painted a simple geometric pattern.. the easiest way to go!

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

One t-shirt done.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

I painted different geometrics on the others too.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

(3) Cut slits at the open ends:

The t-shirts were about 16″ long. I was going to use these for 12″ x 12″ cushions, so I marked 6″ from the centre to both the open ends. That left about 2″ extra on each end.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

I cut 2″ long slits of even width on both sides, leaving 12″ intact in the centre.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

(4) Tie knots using the slits:

Take the upper and lower layer of each slit and start tying knots.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

Continue till you have completely closed off one side.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

(5) Insert the cushion:

Then I slid the cushion into this cover from the open end.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

(6) Tie up the other end:

Close the cover around the cushion to complete the DIY cushion covers, by similarly tying up the other end.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

If you’re using a large t-shirt, first tie up 3 sides, then insert the cushion into the cover before tying up the last side.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

That’s it.. the non-sew DIY cushion covers are ready.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

I love how cute the little bows look at the ends. If they were longer they would make pretty tassels too!

I’m still trying to decide whether I like the cushions more…

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

… or the pretty edges!

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

Now that I realise how easy these are, I don’t think I’ll be throwing away old t-shirts in a hurry.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

I think these DIY cushion covers are especially good for kids’ and teen rooms.

DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

Here’s the synopsis of this post in a short video.

I hope you enjoyed this post. Try it out and share your pics and experience with us!

Until next time,

Rittika @ Ariyona Interior

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6 thoughts on “DIY Cushion Covers From Old T-Shirts

  • July 5, 2018 at 8:39 pm
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    Where can I get a strip curtain for my bedroom door? I have a lovely one which has seen better days. I need a replacement. Do you know any source. I would send you a picture of my old one, only I don’t know how to upload it..

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  • July 5, 2018 at 8:34 pm
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    Loved the cushion covers from old Tshirts. Jazzed up, they look really smart.

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    • July 6, 2018 at 9:40 am
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      Thank you.. glad you like it! 🙂

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  • June 26, 2018 at 10:26 am
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    Wow.. Good idea…

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