How Do You Make An Ottoman Out Of A Table?
An ottoman is one of the most useful pieces of furniture in your home. It can serve as a place to put your feet up, a coffee table and even a bed for the dog. Upholstered ottomans can be expensive, but if you have an old table, you can turn it into a decorative ottoman in no time. You only need some basic sewing skills to accomplish a project you’ll be proud to say is your own. Find a table. You can use that old coffee table in your attic or just shop your local thrift store. Neighborhood garage sales usually yield fantastic furniture buys. A coffee table is the perfect size, but any low table will work. Mark with a pencil the places on the table top where you want your tufting buttons. There’s no hard and fast rule; just space them out evenly. Drill holes through to the bottom of the table. Cut a piece of thick foam to fit the top of the table. The foam can be as thick or as thin as you like, but to really get a luxurious look, use foam that is at least three inches thick. Glue the fo
