Embroidered Cushions – Your Design Options

Author: Dani Dechter

Embroidered cushions can create a specific mood or theme in any room. They are works of art that can make a plain room comfortable and inviting, and transform dull furniture into an attractive piece. Unlike printed or silk-screened cushion covers, embroidered cushions have a more lasting impact that can add a touch of opulence and unique style to a home. They come in a wide variety of unique and different designs, too. Because they are handmade, no two pieces of embroidered cushions are exactly alike.

Hand embroidered cushions are prized and considered more special than those that are stitched with computerized embroidery machines. This is because careful handiwork and unique designs that are taken in to consideration when making them. This way, craftsmen can create eye-catching details and attractive embroidered cushions. Indian craftsmen are some of the notable manufacturers of these products.

Embroidered cushions must be both functional and decorative. Choose a cushion in a design that can suit both your room's theme and the style of the furniture—such as the sofa or bed on which you intend to put them.

Embroidered floor cushions can serve as extra seating in your room, too, as they are large enough to sit on. Look for a floor cushion that is at least 22 inches in diameter. Go for multicolor designs, which are striking and easily draw attention to the area they occupy. Alternatively, you may consider colorful round embroidered cushion covers that you can customize with your cushion or filling. These cushions can usually be filled with scraps of fabric, cotton, and polystyrene or polyfiber beads like the ones used in bean bags. Look for a cushion cover that can be dry cleaned.

An embroidered floor cushion can provide extra comfortable seating to any room in your house. Some of the best floor cushions are made with colorful decorative embroidery that can add a pop of color to a room. Look for an embroidered cushion that is made of rich Bhagalpuri silk, which is typically used for making high-quality sarees in Bihar, India. The cushion's texture is visually unique and feels soft to touch. The backside is made of solid cotton, with a high-quality zipper enclosure. This way, you can take the cover off for easy cleaning. Consider a cushion with a rustic chic pattern to achieve a well-curated and casual look to your room.