This furniture makeover has been a long time coming, and I’m excited to finally share it with you today! Click through to see how to make a basic ottoman look custom and high-end.
Choosing a Basic Ottoman
Setup Your Workspace
The first thing I did was search for secondhand and vintage ottomans. It’s an affordable and easy way to reuse an existing piece of furniture- giving it new life.
Choosing Fabrics & Trim at Calico
My next step was to visit my local Calico for upholstery fabric. I went in with two totally different fabric ideas… brown leather or velvet.
Details & Tips for a Designer Look
Setup Your Workspace
I measured and specified the placement of the box trim, the size of the welt, and discussed areas that needed additional padding .
Styled Ottoman
Setup Your Workspace
The last step was to style the ottoman in our basement media room. The new look beautifully fits our aesthetic.
I hope you enjoyed this one! I think it’s a nice reminder to think outside the box when it comes to standard, boring, or basic furniture.