The Cutting Table
The Cutting Table, page 11
Each answer starts from one question buyers ask again and again, then gives the short version, the workshop's reasoning, other ways the question is put and the follow-ups buyers ask next.
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Floor sofas & modular seating (continued) 49
What size floor sofa should I get for my kids' reading nook?
Choose the largest size if you will lie down and read with your child, because kids' floor sofas are child-scaled; the large kids corner sofa is 47 in (119 cm).
Can I get the floor sofa metal bars in gold, black or another color?
No, the floor sofa's metal support bars come in one finish only: chrome-finish silver steel, whatever color the cushions are.
Poufs & floor cushions 8
Can I buy the corduroy bean bag chair without the ottoman, or just the pouf?
The corduroy bean bag chair and its round pouf ottoman can each be bought alone, even though they normally come as a set.
Can you make a tufted floor cushion in a custom size, round or really big?
A tufted floor cushion can be made in almost any size or shape on request, round included: send your size and the workshop sends a purchase link.
Does the floor cushion set come with the backrest and the two round armrests?
Yes: the floor cushion set price covers the seat cushion, the backrest and two round bolster armrests, so nothing has to be bought separately.
How big and heavy is the corduroy bean bag chair, and does it come smaller?
The round corduroy bean bag chair is about 43 in (109 cm) across and weighs about 22 lb (10 kg).
What size corner floor cushion should I get, and can it be bigger or thicker?
Choose a corner floor cushion by the length of its two straight sides: 40 x 40 in (102 x 102 cm) suits two toddlers around 3, and 48 x 48 in (122 x 122 cm) makes a roomier nook.
Can you make a floor cushion to fit a specific spot, like a play tent, pallets or an L-shaped majlis?
A made to measure floor cushion can be built for a kids' play tent, a pallet platform or L-shaped majlis seating, straight from your measurements.
How thick is a tufted floor cushion, and can I get it 8 inches thick?
A standard tufted floor cushion is 4 in (10 cm) thick, while the plush corner cushion is 8 in (20 cm).
Is the corduroy bean bag chair firm like a real chair, and what's it filled with?
The corduroy bean bag chair sits like a bean bag, not a rigid chair: soft and giving, so it won't suit anyone who needs a firm, stable seat.
Bolsters & pillows 12
Can you make bolster pillows to match my bench cushion?
Yes, bolster pillows are made to match a bench or window seat cushion in the same fabric and piping, at any diameter and length.
How do I order bolsters if there's no listing for them?
Custom bolster pillows have no listing of their own: order your seat or window seat cushion first, then message the bolster sizes and the shop sends a custom payment link.
Will a bolster stay in place, or can it be attached?
A bolster ships loose, with no strap, unless you ask for one on the order.
Can I buy just a bolster, or only a bolster cover?
Yes, you can order a single bolster or just a custom bolster cover.
Can I get bolster pillows with piping or contrast piping?
Yes, bolster pillows can have piping in the same fabric as the body or contrast piping in a second fabric, and a bolster can also be made entirely in a contrast or stripe fabric.
What diameter should a bolster pillow be?
A bolster pillow should be 8 in (20 cm) in diameter for most seats; that is the workshop standard and the size the craftsmen say looks best on a bolster about 20 in (50 cm) long.
Can you make a bolster or neck roll for my daybed?
Yes, daybed bolsters and neck rolls are made to any length and diameter, in the same fabric as the mattress cover, with filling included.
Can I get round bolsters as armrests at each end of my window seat?
Yes, bolster armrests for a window seat are made to match the seat's fabric and piping, one for each end, usually as long as the seat is deep.
Can you make matching throw pillows in the same fabric as my cushion?
Yes, matching throw pillows can be made in the same fabric as your cushion, in any color and any size, as covers only or filled.
Can you make a seat cushion set with matching bolsters and back pillows?
Yes, a seat cushion can be made as a set with matching bolsters, back pillows and lumbar pillows.
Can I order matching bolsters later for a cushion I already bought?
Yes, a matching bolster for an existing cushion can be made later, because the workshop keeps fabric stock and can cut the same fabric and color as your original order, even a year on.
Can a long bolster work as the backrest on my bench or banquette?
Yes, a long bolster makes a good bench or banquette backrest: it is sewn as a cylinder with rounded ends, cut to the length of the seat and covered in the same fabric.
Personalization & fabric codes 8
Can you embroider a name or text on my cushion?
No, the workshop doesn't embroider, print or letter anything on cushions or covers, so names, custom words or phrases like 'Do Not Sit' can't be added.
The dropdown only has sizes. Where do I put my fabric color and piping code?
Type your fabric color and piping code in the Add Personalization box or the note to seller before adding to cart, for example Main: L09, Piping: L24.
Checkout makes me fill in personalization. What do I write, and will it be printed on the item?
On listings where you choose size and color from dropdowns, write your phone number in the required personalization box; it goes only to the shipping company so the courier can reach you before…
I saw a fabric code in a photo that isn't on the color chart. Can I still order it?
A fabric code seen in a photo but missing from the color chart can often still be ordered, because the chart isn't the full stock list.
If the size dropdown and my typed size differ, which one do you make?
The exact size you type is the one that gets made; the size dropdown only picks the range and sets the price.
What happens if I forget the fabric code, or write one that's wrong?
Every custom cushion order is checked against the fabric charts before cutting, so a missing, non-existent or ambiguous code gets a message and production waits for your reply.
What should I write in the personalization box when I order a custom cushion?
In the personalization box, write your exact size (width x length), thickness, main fabric code and piping code, or 'same piping' or 'no piping', plus extras such as ties or 'backrest'.
What do I write in the personalization box for the modular sofa?
Write 'standard size' if the default 79 x 39 in (200 x 100 cm) suits you; otherwise type your custom measurements in the same personalization box.
Prices & quotes 60
My cushion is bigger than the largest size option. Can I still order it?
Yes, a cushion bigger than the largest size option can still be ordered, through a custom purchase link.
How much is a custom tufted floor cushion?
A custom tufted floor cushion is priced by its size and fabric color, so send exact measurements for a quote and the workshop adds that size to the listing or sends a purchase link.
How much is an L-shaped or corner bench cushion?
An L-shaped bench cushion is quoted from both side lengths and the seat depth, so send all three before asking for a price.
How much is a small square floor or meditation cushion?
A small square floor or meditation cushion is priced by size: the 20 x 20 in (50 x 50 cm) square is a listed option, while sizes like 28 x 28 in or 20 x 27.5 in are quoted to order.
Why did the cushion price suddenly go up, or even double?
If the price went up overnight, a limited-time sale has most likely just ended: the regular price comes back, and after a deep sale it can look almost twice the sale price.
Will there be a bigger Black Friday discount on custom cushions?
No, not when past buyers asked: there was no extra Black Friday discount on custom cushions and floor sofas, because the running sale was already as low as the workshop went.
How much does a custom window seat cushion cost?
A custom window seat cushion is priced by its size: send the length, depth and thickness, and the workshop sends a quote that shows the shipping cost.
Why does a tufted cushion cost more than a plain foam one?
A tufted cushion costs more because every tuft is set by hand, and in three past quotes that added about a third to a half over the same size in plain foam.
Is your website the same shop as the marketplace, and why is it cheaper?
Yes, the website is the same shop, with the same name, team and products, and it is often cheaper than the marketplace listing for the same sofa because there's no marketplace commission.
Why won't my discount code work, and why did it remove the sale price?
Your discount code most likely won't work because the store sale is already built into the listing price, and the marketplace doesn't let a code stack on a running sale.
How much extra is a backrest and armrests with the seat cushion?
A full set with one back cushion and two armrests costs about 1.8 times the seat cushion alone, the workshop's rule of thumb.
Can you make a round tufted floor cushion in a custom size?
Yes, round tufted French floor cushions are made in custom diameters; 38 in (97 cm) and 43¼ in (110 cm) rounds are on record.
Do you accept offers on floor cushions and custom sets?
Yes, within limits: the workshop has met buyers in the middle on floor seating sets and taken small amounts off through the Make an Offer button.
Does the cushion price include shipping and the foam insert?
The listing price for your size covers the foam insert and the cover.
How much is a zippered cover only for a daybed mattress?
A zippered daybed mattress cover can be ordered on its own, priced by its size: choose the 'cover' or 'mattress cover' option on the daybed listing, then write the exact size, such as 75 x 39 x 5…
Can you give me the cushion price in pounds or euros?
Yes, a cushion quote can be given in pounds or euros on request, though quotes are normally written in US dollars.
Is one long cushion cheaper than several separate pieces?
One long cushion and several separate pieces usually cost about the same, because price follows the total surface.
Are your cushion prices in US dollars or my local currency?
Every cushion price and custom quote is set in US dollars, and if your marketplace account uses another currency, the marketplace converts the price at checkout at its own daily rate, which the shop…
How much do custom chair seat cushions cost, and why are small ones still pricey?
Custom chair seat cushions are quoted by size and thickness, and even a small pad carries a baseline price.
Do you give a discount if I order a lot of cushions?
Often, yes: bigger orders have been quoted as one package below the itemized total, sent as a custom link or as a partial refund after ordering.
Buyer questions
- A common question
What size should I get so I can lie down and read with my toddler?
The workshop's answerThe largest size offered. These cushions are designed for children and aren't very large, so for an adult lying down too, the workshop recommends the large kids corner sofa, 47 in (119 cm).
The full answer: What size floor sofa should I get for my kids' reading nook?
- A common question
Can you make a cushion to fit inside my kids' play tent?
The workshop's answerYes. A 30 x 30 in (76 x 76 cm) cushion was made for a tent 30½ in (77.5 cm) across, and the first quote was followed by a lower final offer.
- A common question
Can you make bolsters to my own length and diameter, with contrast piping?
The workshop's answerYes. Two 31.5 in (80 cm) and two 15.75 in (40 cm) bolsters, all 6 in (15 cm) across, were made in L19 with L23 piping through a private order link. Production started as soon as the order was placed.
The full answer: Can I get bolster pillows with piping or contrast piping?