In 1968, Italian designers Francisco Teodoro, Cesare Paolini and Piero Gatti inspired new life in a mattress - a bag filled with hay or leaves. Sacco (bag translated from Italian) was the same mattress stuffed with foam balls. Since then, frameless furniture has gained popularity in many countries.
A frameless bean bag chair is a fabric cover, 2/3 of the volume of which is filled with foam balls. When a person sits in it, grains under pressure flow into the free parts of the form. Thus, the frameless chair takes every time new uniform perfectly matching the curves of the body. In addition to the classic version - “pears” - there are many other models, each of which dictates certain poses.
Manufacturing technology frameless furniture quite simple and available at home. Before starting work, you should decide on the following points:
- How many covers will a frameless chair consist of? Ideally, the inner case, which is a container for the filler, is duplicated by an external removable case. It is sewn from beautiful decorative fabric, it can be removed and washed without adding filler.
- What fabric will the frameless chair be made from? The inner cover will take on most of the load. It is recommended to use dense natural blended fabric or Oxford 400 polyester material. It is durable (will not rip apart at the seams), lightweight (will not weigh down the chair) and is impregnated with water-repellent substances. Thick, non-stretchy fabrics are suitable for the outer cover. It should be remembered that lint materials will collect dust particles and pet hair and will have to be cleaned more often. It is better to give preference to special furniture fabrics that have dirt- and water-repellent impregnations. Such materials can be cleaned with a brush or machine washed.
- Children will be comfortable in a chair of any size. But if you make it small, then no one except the child will be able to use it. For a large man, on the contrary, it is necessary to increase the patterns.
In this article we will tell you how to make a bean bag chair with your own hands with a low seat and a backrest of medium height - up to the middle of the shoulder blades. It will consist of one cover made of dense Oxford fabric 600. It has a dense, durable weave that allows it to be used for sports equipment. The reverse side is rubberized, which will protect the filler from water penetration and allow you to clean the chair without resorting to washing.
Necessary materials
- Oxford fabric 600 - 2.5 m.p.
- Durable reinforced threads No. 70ll
- Tractor or spiral zipper No. 5, 30 cm long
- Sewing machine and needles for heavy fabrics No. 100
- Tailor's scissors
- Wax chalk
- Expanded polystyrene granules 3 kg (or 250 - 300 liters)
- Plastic bottle
- Scotch.
DIY bean bag chair. Stages of work
Cut the material according to the following pattern, adding 1.5 centimeters on each side to the indicated dimensions for seam allowances. It is better to cut out the side parts according to a pattern previously drawn on paper, then the parts will be symmetrical.
Pin the back and bottom part facing inward and stitch to the place where the zipper will be located, i.e. leave 30 cm of seam unstitched. Baste with a temporary hand stitch, straighten the seam allowances, baste and sew on the zipper. Open the temporary seams.
Pin facing inwards and stitch the front part and back parts. Pin and baste them with the bottom and back pieces.
All seams can be processed with an overlocker or a seam - an imitation of an overlocker, which is found on modern machines. Or, to reinforce the seams, you can fold the seam allowance in half and stitch over it.
Baste and stitch the front part. This seam should not be reinforced additionally. Turn the product inside out. Place a stitch along the perimeter of the front part, securing it with a fold 0.7 cm high. The resulting edging will strengthen the seam and give visual rigidity to the product.
Fill the case with foam balls. To do this you need to take plastic bottle 1.5 l, cut off the neck and bottom so that you get a pipe. If the bottle has a "waist" - even better. Open the bag with the filler, insert the bottle into it and secure the bag with tape. Make sure that the neck of the bag is completely secured with tape and the balls will only spill out through the bottle. Unzip the chair and put the cover on the bottle. Close the zipper, fixing it at the “waist” of the bottle. Hold this area with your hand and turn the bag of filler over. Fill the chair to about 2/3 of its volume. If there is too much filling, the chair will not “hugg” and will be uncomfortable. If it's too small, it will sit too low.
All materials for the chair can be purchased at regular sewing stores. The only difficulty may arise with the purchase of filler. It is sold by companies engaged in the production of frameless furniture or manufacturers thermal insulation materials. An important point is the quality of the filler. Ideally, polystyrene foam granules should be the same size - 4 - 5 mm. If the balls are too small, the chair will be heavy. If they are too large or of different sizes, then the fluidity of the filler will be lost, and you will have to distribute it inside the chair with your hands. Also, sometimes the so-called “crushed material” is used to stuff frameless bean bags. This is recyclable material, which is made from defective foam boards. This kind of filler does not flow at all, but only squats under the weight of the person sitting and makes an unpleasant squeaking sound. If the filler has a strong chemical smell, it should be ventilated for several days in the open air, for example, leaving a bag of balls open on the balcony, or even pouring them into a fabric bag.
- If you choose a chair with a double cover, then the zipper on the outer one should be long enough so that you can get through it the inner cover with filling.
- It is better to buy filler with a small reserve, because during active use it will shrink up to 25%.
- The finished chair should not be placed near heat sources or bathed in a pool.
- If you have children, then it is better to sew an additional flap in the place where the closed zipper will be located.
- Several small grommets can be installed on the outer faux leather cover to allow air to escape between the outer and inner cover.
- So that the chair is lush and does not lose its appearance even when no one is sitting on it, the outer cover can be duplicated with a layer of padding polyester.
In recent decades, frameless furniture has gained popularity due to its light weight, ability to retain body heat, ergonomics and benefits for the spine. Another feature of this interior solution is the ease of its manufacture. Even people inexperienced in tailoring will be able to do this. If you choose the right materials and filling, you can make a bean bag chair with your own hands in one day. Such an experiment will reward the owner with several bonuses at once: a new design object will appear in the house, the problem with a comfortable stay in a sitting position will be solved, the owner will gain experience and a sense of satisfaction from a useful thing he created with his own hands.
Creative people who value comfort and individuality have come up with many design options for making a bean bag chair with their own hands. For example, there is original solution, When easy chair sewn in the form of an open glove, where the seat is the palm, and the role of the back is performed by 5 fingers. But four forms became the leaders of frameless seats:
- Pear - reproduces the classic configuration options for upholstered furniture as much as possible. The pear chair consists of 6 side elements, shaped like this fruit, and two more parts - for the base and the top with a hexagon outline. This model allows you to comfortably recline in a chair with good support for your head.
- The ball is most in demand among young men and sports fans. A bean bag chair for a boy can have the same shape, which you can simply make with your own hands from black and white pentagons sewn together. If you choose leatherette as the outer cover, the soft ottoman will look like a large football attribute. Basketball fans construct a seat from two semicircular orange spheres with a dark stripe. Moreover, fans can decorate their accessory with stickers or embroidery of the team name.
- Drop - an option similar to a pear chair, but looks more futuristic. The side walls can be made of four or six pieces, resembling a teardrop but with a flat base. The bottom, accordingly, is made in the shape of a square or hexagon. Due to the absence of the upper part (lid), the back of the soft chair looks like a cone, which is easy to hold on to and move the seat to another place.
- Oval is the latest fashionable solution, classic in shape, offered by factory designers. This chair is a bit like a bed, as you can sit on it in any position, even lying on your back. The shape corresponds to the name and consists of two large oval parts. A wide ribbon is sewn between them, which regulates the selected height for the pouffe chair.
Configuration frameless chair may be fancy (in the form of an open flower, a crown or a funny animal - a penguin or kangaroo), but the most important criterion will be ease of use. The soft seat should not have hard folds, buttons or decorative elements which will create discomfort.
Materials and tools
To sew a bean bag chair yourself, you need to decide on the choice of materials and filling. In addition, you will have to choose strong threads, and also decide which fastener is suitable for easy removal of the cover.
It is better to sew an outer cover for a bean bag chair with your own hands from a practical material. After all, it will be subject to regular pressure from body weight and will often come into contact with clothing. This is why it is necessary to make two covers. The top must be wear-resistant so that it can be washed and cleaned without damaging internal filling. In addition, the material should not fade, stretch, fade or shrink when washed. You can determine how much fabric you need from the drawing after choosing the configuration. The inner cover is usually made of cotton or cheaper but durable synthetics, since its function is to reliably hold its shape. The ideal option would be polyester with water-repellent impregnation.
The most common filler is polystyrene foam (foam balls), which is incredibly lightweight, which makes it possible to sew a lightweight ottoman for a small child. The child will be able to rearrange such furniture independently. A more budget-friendly option would be foam rubber or old things that can be cut into shreds. The cleanest option, from an environmental point of view, is to fill it with legumes (peas, beans) or buckwheat. Small round seeds adapt perfectly to the shape of the body, but such furniture will be much heavier and stiffer.
When filling a chair with polystyrene foam balls, it is worth considering that over time this filler will wrinkle, so it will need to be added periodically. The service life of expanded polystyrene depends on its density.
Artificial and natural leather
Faux or real fur
Synthetic materials
Sintepon
Styrofoam balls
Zipper, buttons, fasteners
Sequence of work
To successfully complete the project of creating a bean bag ottoman with your own hands, the sequence of actions is important, which is almost the same for any shape. The pattern for a ball or drop chair differs only in the size and configuration of the parts. As an example, we will describe step-by-step instructions for a do-it-yourself chair, which will reveal the process of making a pear-shaped version.
Preparation of materials and tools:
- selection of pear chair patterns optimal size(maximum XL);
- sewing machine, scissors, threads matching the color of the fabric of the upper cover;
- working surface for cutting (large table or part of the floor without carpet);
- ruler, pencil, graph paper, compass to create a pattern with dimensions;
- two types of fabric with a width of at least 150 cm, the density of the material should be medium so that the machine can sew 2-3 layers at the same time;
- zipper according to the color of the fabric with a length of at least 0.5 m;
- filler.
The list and quantity of tools and materials may vary depending on the selected product model.
Bean bag chair diagram
Size selection
For experienced craftsmen who often sew, a pattern for a bean bag chair can be made directly on the material. The most economical option is to use fabrics 1.5 m wide and 3 m long. This area can easily accommodate 6 wedges, which will be the sides of the furniture, and two hexagons (bottom and top).
The dimensions of the parts will be as follows:
- the small upper hexagon has identical sides of all ribs - 20 cm each;
- large bottom - equal sides 40 cm;
- each side wedge has a height of 130 cm, the upper and lower platforms are 20 and 40 cm, respectively (coinciding with the edges of the hexagons), at the widest point the width should be 50 cm.
Beginners will need step-by-step instructions and a pattern for a bean bag chair on graph paper.
The layout of parts on canvases, where the height of the fabric is 1.5 m and the width is 3 m, is as follows:
- starting from the upper right corner, 2 wedges are laid out sequentially on the fabric (bottom on the right, top on the left), the first block is completed with a small hexagon;
- the next strip also consists of two wedges, but they are inverted (top on the right, bottom on the left), the second block is completed by half of a large hexagon, which is divided into equal parts with an acute angle at the top;
- in the last row, the side parts are laid out similarly to the first, and the second half of the hexagon is placed at the end.
When drawing constituent elements On the material, an allowance of 1.5 cm is required for the seams around each part. If the fabric is dark, then it is convenient to draw the drawing with a thin piece of soap. When using pencils or markers, it is important to remember that the bright color may show on the light fabric outer cover.
Pattern
Seat sizes for children and adults
Cut out parts
Fasten the wedge blanks with pins
Sewing the product
A sewing machine will allow you to sew a bean bag chair according to the pattern as accurately as possible. Hand stitching is very labor-intensive and can only look good when done by real craftsmen. To make working with covers convenient, it is important to follow the sequence of connecting parts. In this case, a detailed pattern with the correct dimensions will be indispensable.
The work consists of the following steps:
- First, two parts of a large hexagon are connected. It is important to sew the halves so that the total length is 40 cm and is also equal to the other sides.
- 6 side edges are sewn sequentially without connecting the extreme sides.
- Large and small hexagons are attached to the top and bottom.
- A zipper is sewn into the open side wedges, which will allow you to remove the top cover or open the inner one to fill the pouf. Inserting the lock requires a lot of attention, since its ends must be hidden inside the case.
For beginning needlewomen, it would be best to start working from the bottom shell to take into account possible mistakes and do not repeat them on the outside.
Join the seams by hand or with a sewing machine
Sew in a zipper
Filling
If a hand-sewn pear chair is ready to be filled, then the filling process will depend on the material chosen. If you choose lightweight polystyrene foam, soft bean bags will require at least 450 liters of raw materials, as they are designed for a maximum size of XL. When filling a pouffe bag with foam granules, you will have to be very careful, since the weightless balls often fall apart.
To avoid unnecessary debris, it is better to connect the neck of the bag with the bulk contents and the hole in the inner case, which should fit tightly to the package. It is also recommended to spray the fabric with water to reduce the electrostatic effect of the foam. The best solution There will be stuffing with filler in four hands.
The same method of connecting containers is suitable for bulk biological bases (legumes and buckwheat). When using old things, they are not just cut into small shreds, but also the method of laying them in layers is used so that the lumps do not puff up on the sides and do not protrude as irregularities under the cover. The most comfortable simple filler is synthetic padding polyester, as it is light in weight and laid in even layers.
Outer case
Fill the bean bag chair with filler
Decoration
If you managed to sew a bean bag chair, then it is important to pay attention not only to convenience, but also to the aesthetic part of the new piece of furniture. You can make a bag with your own hands at home into a real designer art object. For example, if old jeans are chosen as external protection, then in addition to the original pockets, you can sew several additional ones - from bright fabrics.
A simple way to sew a pear ottoman and make it an individual personal gift is to sew a “photo print” of a family member onto the back of a plain chair and make each resident their own bean bag ottoman with your own hands.
For bourgeois oval large pillows in the Empire style, made of plush or velvet, adding luxurious fringe would be appropriate. Colorful pastel armchairs with a hint of Provence are perfect with bows and ruffles. For a children's frameless product, you can sew an “educational” case with multi-colored letters of the alphabet and numbers. The preschooler will visually remember the symbols, which will facilitate the learning process.
With print
With bright insert
Denim
Caring for frameless furniture is easy. A chair cushion filled with polystyrene foam may decrease in volume over time as the foam filling gradually loses air due to stress. The problem can be solved by simply adding padding. It is better to place frameless furniture filled with bulk materials away from heating devices, and also not to keep it in the sun for a long time, since due to the gradual evaporation of moisture, the filling will decrease in volume and the contours will be deformed.
If you decide to sew a bean bag chair for your children as a comfortable high chair, then it is important to wash the outer cover correctly, especially if it is multi-colored. For regular cleaning of the surface, you can use special wet wipes. Gentle substances without chlorine are used as laundry detergents, preferably with a liquid consistency.
A variety of options and shapes of a bean bag chair can bring comfort and mood into everyday life. Those who love new experiences just need to sew several outer covers for one pouf and change them according to their mood. Frameless furniture is a great way to decorate your interior.
Place away from heating appliances
Wash with gentle powders
Wet wipes for furniture
Enough a large number of owners of modern houses and apartments prefer minimalism in interior design. Excess furniture and its enormous size are now considered almost a sign of bad taste and old-fashionedness. That is why frameless furniture has entered our lives with great success.
An upholstered beanbag chair, being an excellent alternative to bulky armchairs and sofas, can decorate any room, organically fitting into its interior. This embodiment of convenience, originality and coziness can rightfully be called a breakthrough in modern furniture design. A practical and functional ottoman bag will not only become a bright accent in the room, but will also help you relax and relieve stress after a long day of work.
The bean bag chair is suitable option for almost any interior Red bean bag chair in an eclectic living room
One of the main advantages of this amazing piece of furniture is the ability to sew a beanbag chair with your own hands. And almost anyone who has even the slightest knowledge in the field of cutting and sewing can do this. Today you have the opportunity to verify this by reading in our article about how to make a bean bag chair with your own hands.
The modern market offers many models of frameless chairs, presented in a wide range of colors, different forms and sizes. But among such huge selection It’s not always possible to choose exactly what you need. After all, everyone wants to arrange their home in such a way that it is unlike anyone else’s - through non-standard furniture, unusual decorative elements, and so on. In addition, when making something with his own hands, the master puts his soul and positive emotions into it. Such a thing will not only add originality and comfort to your home, but will also bring favorable energy into its atmosphere. Our master class will show you a fairly simple way of how to special effort and the difficulties of sewing an ottoman yourself.
Armchair with fabric cover
Before you start making a pear, you need to solve a number of questions for yourself:
- Having decided for which room we are sewing a pouf, choose the most optimal sizes for it.
- Depending on the design style of the room, decide on the texture and color scheme for upholstery fabric.
- Choose a filler.
- Prepare all the tools and auxiliary materials necessary for the work.
What size should it be
The dimensions of the future bean bag chair are selected depending on the availability of free space in the room and the height of the person, be it an adult or a child:
- for people up to 150 cm tall, a chair with a diameter of up to 70 cm is suitable;
- for a person with a height of 150 to 170 centimeters, a pouf with dimensions of at least 80 cm in diameter will be optimal;
- when the height is above 170 cm, the diameter of the chair should be more than 90 cm.
Wrong size
The size is just right!
We have given an example of approximate sizes that a beanbag chair should have; you decide for yourself what will be best for you. But, most importantly, remember that there is no such thing as too big a chair for coziness and comfort. The larger it is, the more accurately it takes shape. human body, thereby ensuring maximum convenience. Therefore, you should not skimp on fabric and fillings, especially when the free space of the room allows it.
Decorating a frameless chair
If the tailoring of the chair is intended for furnishing a children's room, its design can be made in different bright and cheerful colors - with prints, polka dots, flowers, etc. A soft pear ottoman can also be decorated with decor in the form of favorite children's cartoon characters.
A beanbag chair made by yourself will be an excellent and convenient accessory for a nursery, and thanks to its lightness and safety due to the absence of sharp corners, your child can easily move it around the room. Sewing a chair from vinyl or eco-leather for a child's room will make caring for it much easier, since you can wipe the furniture with a sponge or soft brush.
Eco-leather ball chair
For a living room or bedroom, the pear chair design should be chosen in accordance with the interior of the room. For example, for a country-style interior, chairs upholstered in natural fabrics - linen or cotton - are perfect.
You can use chenille fabric to sew a beanbag chair
If the interior of the room is made in fusion style, you have many ways to decorate bean bag chairs - they can be bright accents of the room or, conversely, merge with the overall palette of the interior.
Fusion style bean bag chair
The cover is sewn in various colors and textures; it can be knitted from yarn, have long pile or a plain, smooth surface - when you make ottomans and bags with your own hands, there is no limit to the flight of your imagination.
Whatever style the room is decorated in, the presence of a beanbag pouf will add sophistication, individuality and modernity to it, and will also emphasize the good taste of the owners of the house.
Filler - the secrets of choosing the right one
Despite the fact that at first glance the choice of filling for chairs may seem quite simple, in reality it is a little different. In the vastness of the RuNet you can find various videos, in which you will be offered recycled polystyrene foam, obtained by processing defective or used foam products, to fill the pear chair. Such expanded polystyrene is categorically not suitable for filling poufs, since it has soft granules with a broken circumference, which quickly shrink and crush.
For furniture stuffing, it is better to use virgin polystyrene foam - its granules have an ideal round shape and have greater resistance to loads and deformations. The size of primary polystyrene foam balls comes in different sizes, but in our case it is better to use a diameter from 2 to 6 mm.
Granules with a diameter of 5-6 mm
Polystyrene foam granules help the chair keep its shape, adding stability. And in order not only to sew a bag for the chair, but also to provide it with the necessary softness, softening materials should be added to the filler - foam rubber crumbs or holofiber. Foam rubber has low cost and availability, but at the same time it ages quite quickly and turns into dust.
Foam crumbs
As for artificial down (holofiber), its quality characteristics are much higher. It allows air to pass through well, does not absorb odors, is hypoallergenic, does not accumulate dust, and is durable.
Furniture, the filling of which consists of a combined composition, including polystyrene foam and holofiber, will be much softer, more practical and more comfortable.
Saggy chair without artificial down
This is what a chair looks like, complemented with artificial down.
Tools and other materials
So, to sew a comfortable and stylish ottoman bag for one adult, with a diameter of about 85 cm, we will need:
- Fabric of dense texture (linen, tapestry, velor, eco-leather, faux fur, etc.) for sewing an external removable cover with a width of 150 cm and a cut length of 320 cm.
- Filler - volume minimum 0.5 - 1 cubic meter.
- Smooth, slippery, plain synthetic fabric for the inner bag 150x300 cm.
- Pattern paper – ideal option will become tracing paper.
- Two zippers of 40 cm and 60 cm.
- Sewing machine.
- Reinforced threads.
Stages of work
The step-by-step instructions with photos we presented will show you how to make an ottoman with your own hands at home. The proposed diagram contains all the exact dimensions of the patterns.
Cutting parts
Before you start sewing the pear chair, you need to cut out the parts of the pouf (one small lower part for the base and six wedges for the chair itself) - draw them on paper, and then transfer them to the fabric for the inner bag and outer upholstery.
Arrangement of parts on the fabric
Don't forget to mark the seam allowances - about 1.5 cm. Before you start sewing patterns, you should process their inner edges.
Bean bag chair pattern
Assembly
Sewing a frameless chair begins with alternately sewing all the wedges of the inner bag to each other, leaving areas for the zipper. First, the six main parts are alternately folded with their front sides facing each other and pinned together so that the fabric does not move in different directions and the sewing is even, after which they are stitched on a sewing machine. The bottom of the bag is sewn last. A zipper is stitched into one of the wedges for easy filling of filler and its renewal. Using a similar principle, we sew the outer cover.
Pattern for a large pear chair 
An example of a large pear chair 
Pattern for a ball chair 
Ball chair example
Tip: sew the inner bag first, and then start sewing the outer bag. This way, even if you make mistakes that are not so critical for the interior, you can avoid them when doing the exterior upholstery, because it must be perfect.
Once the covers are ready, you can start filling them. Two-thirds of the filling is poured into the inner bag, as if in a bag, then the zipper is tightly closed and the outer cover is put on top.
Dimensions for patterns of adult and child chairs
The mattress that everyone knows today is the idea of talented Italian designers Francisco Teodoro, Cesare Paolini and Piero Gatti. Now this designer chair has become widely known in all corners of the world. Until now, it does not have an exact name - bean bag chair, pear chair, pouf, bean bag. Nevertheless, the essence remains the same - this is comfortable frameless furniture with soft filling, which even a novice seamstress can easily make with her own hands.
What are the benefits of frameless furniture?
A feature of this type of furniture is the absence of a rigid frame. The classic variation has the shape of a drop (pear). The chair is a bag with soft loose filling that imitates liquid. An effect is created similar to that if the inner cover was filled with water - the chair takes the shape of the human body and evenly distributes its weight.
After just two minutes of rest in such a chair, you can feel the relaxation of the back muscles and the removal of stress from the spine.
Due to the low thermal conductivity of the filler - foam balls - an additional warming effect begins to be felt very quickly. Polystyrene foam works as a heat reflector and warms the person sitting with the energy of his own body.
The traditional frameless chair is pear-shaped Today, frameless furniture designers are constantly searching for new solutions. There are already models on sale not only of the most different sizes
(for a child, for one or more adults), but also in shapes (drop-shaped, round, rectangular, in the form of fantasy figures). The most active child can easily warm up and fall asleep in a bean bag chair, not to mention a mother who is tired of everyday chores. Therefore, the desire to have such an accessory for relaxation at home is quite understandable. However, there is no need to rush to the store to buy it. Even novice craftswomen can sew a bean bag chair.
- The main advantages of a bean bag chair include the following aspects:
- Loose filler increases the level of rest comfort.
- Frameless furniture is safe because it does not have sharp corners, which allows it to be used in children's rooms. And environmentally friendly materials reduce the likelihood of allergies to zero.
- The chair is very practical; thanks to its light weight, it can be easily moved during cleaning. Periodic washing is sufficient to maintain cleanliness..
- removable cover
A bean bag will fit into any interior; all you need to do is choose the right design.
Important! If you are planning a renovation and a change of design, do not rush to throw away your old bean bag chair - just add some filling to it, sew a suitable cover, and it will become the highlight of the new interior.
Photo gallery: options for frameless chairs
Contrasting covers will make the interior bright A cozy bean bag chair in a fur cover will fit perfectly into the interior in
Scandinavian style
Round bean bag with foot pouf
Large bean bag chair
Rectangular version of the bean bag chair
This type of furniture will add a bright touch to a classic interior.
Tools and materials Footage required material
and the amount of filler varies depending on the dimensions of the intended bean bag.
1. Paper for making patterns, tracing paper or graph paper is best.
2. Fabric for sewing the inner cover - smooth synthetic. The length of the cut is 3 meters with a width of 150 cm. It is better to take light material without a print so that it does not show through the outer cover.
It is better to choose a sliding fabric so that the chair better takes the shape of the person sitting.
3. Thick (preferably furniture) fabric for the outer removable cover. The length of the cut is 320 cm with a width of 150 cm. It should be a little larger so that the inner bag with filling fits easily into it.
When choosing a material, give preference to durable canvases. It is better to choose materials that are dense, resistant to abrasion and frequent washing. It can be linen, denim, tapestry, velor, phlox, faux fur and even eco leather. Select colors in accordance with the overall color scheme interior
4. Two zippers 40 cm and 60 cm long (for the inner and outer cover, respectively).
5. Filler. IN in this case We take 0.5 cubic meters of foam plastic with a crumb fraction of approximately 0.5 cm. You can buy it online or at any specialized hardware store.
The minimum packaging of polystyrene foam is usually the 0.5 cubic meters we need. m.
6. Sewing machine, reinforced threads.
7. Chalk or pencil, ruler, pins.
Filler selection
Most often, frameless furniture manufacturers use polystyrene foam granules as filler. Foam balls are considered the most hygienic filler, as they do not absorb dirt, sweat and odors. This is especially true when the bean bag chair is used in in public places
(cafes, show rooms, lounge areas). Expanded polystyrene is non-hygroscopic, and insects will not grow in it. In addition, this filler is the most affordable. Expanded polystyrene - best filler
for frameless chair
- For those who are looking for an environmentally friendly and natural alternative to polystyrene foam, we can advise choosing materials such as:
- horsehair;
- wood shavings;
- seeds, herbs, buckwheat husks;
- peas, beans and beans, rice, millet;
wool, feathers or down.
However, when choosing an organic filler, it is worth considering that such a chair can only be used in a room with moderate humidity. Otherwise, molding may begin.
Important! Feathers and down can cause allergies. If you decide to use, pay attention to their quality. Before filling the bag, be sure to inspect the shavings and remove any chips, otherwise you risk getting splinters or scratches. It is better to use cedar shavings. It has a pleasant smell, which is famous healing properties and will repel insects.
It is also necessary to take into account that over time you will need to completely replace or add an additional portion of filler, as it tends to wrinkle.
Pattern and step-by-step sewing instructions with photos
On the given pattern there are two options for cutting the lower circle of the chair. The first option involves sewing the bottom from two semicircular parts, and the second - from four. You will need to cut out 6 side wedges, 1 top piece (hexagon), 1 handle piece, 2 or 4 bottom pieces from fabric.
We will sew the inner and outer covers at the same time.
Pattern for a bean bag chair in the shape of a pear with a handle on top, dimensions are given in millimeters
Sewing order
1. Transfer the pattern details onto paper and cut out.
2. Spread the fabric for sewing the inner cover on the floor (wrong side up). Attach the pattern pieces to the fabric, trace and cut out, leaving a seam allowance of about 1.5 cm.
Try to place the parts as compactly as possible so that there is enough fabric. To do this, first think over the optimal layout option.
3. Cut the fabric for the outer cover in the same way, leaving an allowance of 3.5 cm.
Place the pattern pieces for the product on the fabric and cut it out sparingly so that you have enough cut 4. Then you need to pin or baste the side seams on the gussets of the inner and outer products, all except the last one. You will get two.
flat workpieces
5. Sew the side seams of both covers using a machine and iron them using a steam iron.
6. Turn the outer cover over and topstitch all side seams to the right side.
You can use contrasting threads and decorative stitches for this.
Sew the side seams from the wrong side, and then on the outer cover, additionally stitch them from the front side
8. Baste or pin zippers to the remaining unstitched sections on the blanks. The center of the zipper should coincide with the center of the pressed seam; the excess length of the zippers can be freely located at the bottom of the future chair. Sew in zippers. Now both of our products externally resemble a pipe, not correct form, tapering upward.
Scheme for sewing a zipper to an ironed seam
9. Sew the arm of the chair. Fold the piece in half lengthwise, wrong side out, stitch along the long edge and then turn it inside out. front side. Iron.
10. Turn the cover blanks inside out and sew on the tops (hexagons). When basting the top to the outer “pipe”, do not forget to insert the handle.
11. Sew the bottom parts of both covers. Sew the resulting circles. Keep the zippers open to make it comfortable to work with. Turn the finished covers right side out.
The outer cover for a bean bag chair will differ from the inner one in that it has a longer zipper and the presence of a handle.
Filling the filler
- Place one product inside another, trying to match all the parts.
- Cut off the top and bottom of any plastic bottle to create a wide funnel.
- Cut off the corner of the bag with the filling and tape the top edge of the funnel to the resulting hole with tape.
- Place the lower part of the funnel in the slightly open inner case and pour polystyrene foam granules into it. Close both zippers.
The funnel method will allow you to quickly and accurately fill the chair with filler.
Important! The filler should occupy approximately 2/3 of the volume of the inner case.
Other popular models
Ball chair
This type of frameless chair is one of the most common. He was especially loved by football fans. Armchairs of this type can often be seen in sports bars and fan zones, as well as in the apartments of those who love creative details in the interior.
The ball chair will delight real fans, big and small.
The size of the ball chair can be different: from very small (no more than 35 cm in diameter) to huge (diameter more than 110 cm). To sew such a chair, you need an accurate pattern. It should consist of polyhedra of regular shape.
Pattern of parts for a ball-shaped chair, dimensions are given in millimeters
To sew such a chair you will need:
- 20 large white hexagons (item 1);
- 12 black pentagons (item 2);
- two zippers 25 cm long.
Don't let the dimensions of the parts fool you: the length of each seam will be 22 cm.
The working methodology is generally the same as in the previous description: first, the pattern details are transferred to paper, then the fabric is cut and the parts are sewn along all the basting lines. Follow the pattern: 3 pentagons are stitched to 1 hexagon “across the edge”.
All seams of the ball chair should be as clear and even as possible. Otherwise, it may turn out asymmetrical and unsightly.
Baby chair
The bean bag chair for children differs only in its reduced size and more cheerful colors. Its height usually does not exceed 60 cm. When making a child seat, it is necessary to provide a cover strip for the zipper. This will protect both mother and inquisitive baby from possible problems.
The children's version of the chair is best done in bright colors
You can decorate the chair with a funny applique, for example, an image of your favorite cartoon character.
The simplest option: a rectangular chair made from old jeans
There is nothing more pleasant when a favorite thing takes on a “new life” and continues to delight us. You can sew a bean bag chair using old denim as the material for the top cover. This easy to do design idea has already been happily picked up by many handmade lovers. There is no need for a pattern for this chair. It is sewn from a square of fabric folded in half.
To make a chair from jeans, you will have to remember original technology patchwork- “patchwork”.
Old jeans are a great option for new furniture
So, the sewing process includes a number of simple manipulations:
1. Prepare old jeans (at least 8-10 pairs of trousers for one medium-sized product), fabric for the inner cover and 2 zippers 20 and 40 cm long. Cut the trousers into more or less rectangular flaps, removing the factory seams.
Cut the legs lengthwise, cutting off the seams
2. Then arrange the scraps by color or texture to your liking and iron.
Sort your scraps by color
3. After this, the edges of the parts can be processed using an overlocker, or you can simply stitch them, leaving them to fray in style.
4. Select a plan for connecting the blanks into a square fabric in random order and sew them together. Make sure that decorative details in the form of pockets and factory stitching remain on the front side. Prepare a canvas of the same size for the inner cover.
Sew a whole fabric according to the planned plan
5. Fold the square of fabric in half with the right side facing inward. Place a straight stitch along the long edge, leaving a 35 cm long section approximately in the middle of the future chair unstitched.
6. Sew a zipper (40 cm) into this section, through which the filler will be poured. Leave the zipper open.
7. With the side seam of the “pipe” on the right, stitch the top edge of the fabric.
8. Now place the side seam in the middle of the “pipe” and stitch the bottom edge. Turn the denim cover right side out through the open zipper.
9. Sew the inner cover with a zipper (20 cm) in the middle using the same principle.
10. Place the inner cover into the outer one and fill the chair with polystyrene foam granules, focusing on the feeling of comfort.
Thanks to the sewn-in zipper, you can reduce or add balls to a comfortable level.
This hand-sewn denim bean bag chair will undoubtedly please all denim lovers.
An excellent option would be to use jeans with embroidery or patterns. In this case, your chair will turn out to be very bright and original.
Video: master class on sewing a frameless chair with your own hands (part 1)
Video: master class on sewing a frameless chair with your own hands (part 2)
A bean bag chair, sewn with your own hands, does not force you to limit yourself to store offers in design and shape, it protects family budget and gives unlimited possibilities for creativity in any style. Such cushioned furniture It will definitely become a favorite vacation spot for all family members.
Making a bean bag chair with your own hands is quite simple. This piece of furniture provides many advantages, which is why today the product is considered one of the most popular and stylish elements interior
The structural diversity of frameless furniture allows you to adapt the item to individual requirements. You can create an impressive and comfortable seat for yourself or your children, leaning step by step instructions manufacturing described in this article.
Beanbags are the optimal furniture product, as they provide practicality and ease of use. Contrary to the belief that they are a “dust collector,” bean bags are much easier to clean, since the removable covers can be easily machine washed. Simple maintenance and safety make the product popular and relevant. Over time, the filler can be added to the required volume of the chair.
Among the most significant advantages of furniture without a frame are:
- Mobility. Frameless furniture is light in weight compared to armchairs and sofas with a wooden frame.
- Environmental friendliness. Natural fabrics and hypoallergenic filling make this furniture environmentally friendly.
- Safety. The elements do not have corners, which makes the space safe for children.
- Easy to maintain. The product allows for quick cleaning.
- Durability. High-quality filler does not absorb moisture, dust, and keeps its shape.
- Convenience, comfort. Frameless furniture adapts to the curves of the body and spine, creating comfortable conditions for relaxation.
This type of product will help you relax after a hard day at work and will serve perfectly as children's furniture.
What you need to make a bean bag chair
Before making a beanbag chair, you need to prepare the materials.
You need to understand that to create a large-scale product you will need many components:
- fabric for creating internal and external covers;
- two large zippers for convenient use and maintenance of the chair;
- scissors;
- threads;
- filler;
- A sewing machine will simplify the work process, providing a neat seam.
The volume of materials is determined by the desired dimensions of the product.
How to sew a bean bag chair - a step-by-step description of the process
When deciding to make a furniture element yourself, you need to competently approach preparatory work. It is important to make a pattern and calculate the amount of materials for sewing the product. We will look at every point that will help in creating a bean bag chair. There are many types of product design, which will allow you to create a stylish piece of furniture that matches the interior.
Creating a pattern + ready-made diagrams
A bag pattern will help you make a flat chair. You can draw the diagram yourself by calculating the size of the chair. Initially, it is necessary to determine the type of beanbag, and then select the appropriate drawings. Various designs involve different basic components.
The design of a drop chair mainly consists of a common main part (back, side elements), a seating area and the bottom of the product.
A round product, as well as a pear chair, is formed from wedges. Their number is determined by the required seat dimensions. In addition to the side elements, there are two circles for the upper and lower parts of the chair. We must not forget about the allowance for sewing components together.
Filler selection
Expanded polystyrene is most often used as a filler. Round granules make it possible to create a lightweight, comfortable product that will not be susceptible to liquid absorption and will become a breathable, hypoallergenic interior component. The balls do not absorb odors and dust does not settle on them. At the same time, polystyrene foam has excellent thermal insulation.
Over time, foam balls may lose their shape. You can update the chair by adding polystyrene foam.
In addition to it, the following are used in the production of bean bags:
- horsehair;
- cereals;
- fluff, feathers;
- holofiber, synthetic winterizer.
When choosing natural materials it is necessary to take into account allergenicity, the ability to absorb moisture and dust. Hollow fiber, padding polyester, and foam roll off faster. Cereals and shavings do not withstand wet exposure. Down and feather fillings provide a risk of allergies and are not very convenient to use.
Selecting material for the case
There are many options for using fabric for an outer cover. It is desirable that it be dense and easy to clean.
Often the products are made from a material called Oxford, which is similar to jacket fabric. Tents are also made from it. The advantage is that it is waterproof.
When choosing a more “cozy” fabric, you can pay attention to dense textiles - flock, chenille, microcorduroy, eco-leather is used. Gabardine, twill, and denim are suitable.
It is advisable to select a material that will not stretch.
Thick spunbond is used for the inner cover. It provides holes for ventilation and does not absorb liquid. But you can also buy a regular one thick fabric, while being breathable. If there is no air flow, the polystyrene balls will crumple.
Sewing a cover
A pouffe chair is made with your own hands based on a pattern or drawing.
To sew the components of the cover you need:
- Transfer the pattern elements onto paper and then cut them out.
- On a flat surface, spread the material for making the inner cover.
- Attach the pattern components to the fabric and trace with chalk using an allowance of approximately 2 cm.
- Using this method, the elements of the outer cover are created, only the allowance is taken about 4 cm.
- Cut, stitch, or pin the gusset pieces.
- Sew them on the machine and on the wrong side for the inner cover. Then reinforce the seams on the outside for the outer bag.
- Side seams must be ironed.
- We must not forget about the place for the zipper. Leave approximately 40 cm for sewing in the lock on the upper back of the product.
- Baste and then stitch the zipper.
- Sew the bottom of the product to the workpiece.
It is better to make the outer cover a few centimeters larger than the volume of the inner bag. After filling, the product can be stitched top part beanbag.
Filling with expanded polystyrene is done by pouring elements through a lock. For convenience, you can cut off the sides of a half-liter bottle, place it in a case, and pour in foam balls. The edges of the bag can be sprayed with antistatic agent.
Other popular models and techniques for sewing bean bags
We have reviewed the most popular and simple methods assembling parts for making beanbags. Round frameless poufs are becoming convenient products for children's rooms and gardens, since their dimensions can be varied, children can easily move them, and they provide maximum safety.
Drop chair
Drop-type chairs are often used as a comfortable place to relax at home and in the office. They provide a more rounded shape. Such products are relevant not only for use by adults, but also by children, therefore frameless furniture is considered universal for creating a comfortable interior arrangement. They provide a compact and neat design.
Stylish teardrop chairs are made according to the principle of stitching together the main element, including the back, sides, seats, and lower component. There is no need to prepare a large number of wedges.
Pear chair
This type of beanbag provides larger dimensions. It contains a high backrest. The peculiarities of sewing are the need to prepare several wedges, the upper and lower parts. Comfort and convenience is guaranteed by the presence of a backrest. The pear chair is actively used by children, young people, and the elderly.
The shapeless design makes the element comfortable for relaxation, as it adapts to the contours of the body as much as possible. It is often used by pregnant women, as it allows you to fully relax.
Bean bag chair made from old jeans
Budget-friendly, but at the same time effective, interesting option is the use of old materials to create a stylish case. Jeans is the most suitable type of fabric, as it has excellent durability, fits any interior design, looks stylish, and is resistant to damage.
The difficulty in making such a chair is that it requires more time to prepare the pattern and stitch the elements. Since denim clothing often does not have sufficient dimensions to make up large chairs, it is necessary to sew wedges from small fabric components. It would be optimal to make drops and round seats and poufs. They require less material, but at the same time look quite stylish and are practical to use.
Video with master class
You can make an ottoman bag with your own hands using various materials. A variety of drawings and designs allows you to implement interesting projects, adapting the parameters of the chair to the requirements. We provide the most simple instructions for the preparation of such products. Watch the video tutorial on assembling frameless furniture to understand the rules and create your own masterpiece.
The production of beanbags is considered not a very difficult job, but it allows you to make practical, functional furniture for the home, which will be comfortable for children and adults to use. The basis of successful design is the presence of a good drawing and the correct selection of materials.
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