As a college student, there are a lot of good reasons to buy a beanbag chair. They’re lightweight, they’re portable, they’re inexpensive, they’re somewhat comfortable, and they’re kind of fun. Let’s be real though— they are not cute. You might search high and low, but rest assured, it’s practically impossible to find an attractive beanbag chair. Oftentimes covered in a heinous vinyl fabric in an equally atrocious color, bean bag chairs —despite being fixtures in dorm rooms for decades— can be quite the eyesores. Luckily, this problem is remarkably easy to fix! With a few basic materials and supplies, you can convert any run-of-the-mill beanbag chair into a surprisingly stylish addition to your space. Continue after the jump to see how! border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */ 1) Find out how much fabric you will need by measuring the diameter of your beanbag chair. You can do this by grabbing two points in the middle of either side of the chair and pulling outwards until it’s stretched to its full extent.
Then, with a measuring tape, measure the distance between these two points. This is roughly the width your fabric cuts will need to be. 2) Using a canvas drop cloth that accommodates two circles with the diameter of your above measurement, fold your cloth in half and lay it flat on the floor. 3) Cut a length of string that is slightly longer than half of your beanbag’s width. Tie one end to the pin of a pushpin and the other to a marker. Push the pushpin into the floor in the center of your folded drop cloth. 4) With the market attached to the string, draw a circle on your drop cloth. 5) Once your circle is drawn, place sewing pins around the circle’s interior to hold the two layers of fabric in place. 6) Cut out the circle along your marker line. 6) With your sewing machine, sew along the circumference of your circle, leaving a hole large enough to insert the beanbag chair when you’re completed (for me, this was about 2 feet). Once finished, place your fabric onto another drop cloth or a few sheets of newspaper.
7) Take your potato and cut it in half lengthwise. With an X-Acto knife or a similar blade, cut out long vertical stripes. You can do this easily by making your cuts on either side of the stripe at 45-degree angles so that the pieces will come out as triangles. 8) Using a wall painting brush, paint black fabric paint onto the surface of your potato stamps. Then, stamp down onto your fabric in a cross-hatch pattern. You should be able to stamp 1-3 times before needing to reapply paint. Allow one side to dry before turning over and repeating on the other side of your fabric. 9) Once your fabric is dried, insert your beanbag chair carefully to avoid ripping your seams. 10) Sew the remaining hole closed with your sewing machine or, if it’s too difficult to do so at this point, by hand.Now marvel at your suddenly beautiful beanbag chair! Kids & Teens Chairs Sink into relaxation with a cozy bean bag chair Give your child a place to relax and add a splash of fun to their bedroom or games room with a cozy bean bag chair.
Don't know what to look for in a bean bag chair? Here are the most important things to consider when buying a chair for your kid or teen. Most bean bag chairs are filled with fire retardant polystyrene beads. These lightweight beads deliver superior support and comfort by moulding to your child's body when they plop down into their chair. Other bean bag chairs consist of polyurethane foam. The foam offers a softer feel while still conforming to the body. Unlike bead filled bags, foam filled bags should never need to be refilled. Children's bean bag chairs are usually 24-inches to 48-inches in diametre so your child can sit on them comfortably when reading or watching a movie. They are also lightweight so your kid can lift them up and move them around easily. Larger bean bag chairs are designed for teenagers or adults and feature extra filling to withstand additional weight. Vinyl or faux leather covers offer a shiny finish and are easy to wipe clean. Resilient polyester covers can resist UV rays and moisture so your child can use their bean bag outdoors.
Denim and cotton covers are extremely durable yet soft to the touch to provide a plush sitting experience. Some beanbags also feature removable covers to make spot cleaning easier. Bean bag chairs come in a variety of colours and prints so your kid or teenager can express their individual style. Shape is an important aesthetic aspect to consider as well. Traditional round bean bags continue to be a popular choice, while bean bag chairs are shaped like an actual chair and may come equipped with armrests. Bean bag loungers are longer in size and generally come with a foot rest so your child can kick their feet up and relax. Square bean bags resemble cushioned beds to provide the ultimate in comfort and can also be used as an ottoman or table. Want more info about kids and teens chairs? Check out some of our resources: Plug-in Blog - Summer means renovating: Upgrading your kids room Plug-in Blog - Best gifts for your gaming fanatic this holiday season Do you have feedback about this page?
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