DIY Burlap Ottoman Slipcover

Several years ago I bought a ream of burlap, with intentions to use it for, well something. Whatever something was, didn’t happen, so I’ve still got a full ream of burlap. Fortunately, burlap is all the rage right now in design, so there are many uses for it.

I’m currently in the process of moving into a new home, so I’ve got a million decorating ideas running through my head. My son Jax is going on four and suddenly his bedroom is a pretty big deal. So I’ve put his room at the top of my decorating priorities. I’m hoping we’ll be able to avoid the Lightning McQueen comforter, but there are no guarantees.

I own an unattractive ottoman that has been following me for years. With each move, it always ends up in the garage, and somehow seems to inherit a new stain. I’ve almost thrown it out many times, but then I remind myself how cute it could look with a slipcover. And then it clicked – an ugly ottoman plus a ream burlap – Bingo! And perfect for Jax’s new room. So I made this darling slipcover with nothing more than a little hot glue and some yarn.

Materials:

Burlap (amount depends on size of ottoman)

Hot Glue Gun

Yarn & Needle

Instructions (see photos as well)

Measure the length and width of the top and sides of the ottoman. Keep track of measurements. When marking the burlap, give an extra inch for gluing and stitching. Cut burlap for the sides. Do exactly the same thing for the top of the ottoman. Lay burlap out on the floor in a cross pattern (see below). This will give you an idea of how the edges will be glued. Next, glue the edges as if you are going to turn it inside-out. After gluing, turn the burlap right-side-out. Thread need with the yarn and then stitch the edges from the outside of the fabric so that the stitching is very visible. Repeat on all four sides. Cinch with a stitch around the bottom of the cover. Slip over ottoman. It’s handcrafted, so imperfections are ok!