Make Your Home a Comfort Zone

Switching out soft furnishings is one of the simplest—and most affordable—ways to give a room a seasonal change of scene. And if you make a new pillow, slipcover or curtain yourself, you can give a room a custom look for a fraction of a workroom’s price. The DIY fabric projects shown here offer simple, quick ways to brighten a space with fresh bursts of color and pattern. Not just pretty, they also make rooms more livable. Best of all, most use just a yard or two of fabric, so they’re easy on your budget, too.

Mix-and-match pillows in cool blue hues add a breezy splash of color to neutral furnishings. Framed by two pillows covered in a classic check, the long

Cushions with simple yet distinctive trims like these Flange-, Rickrack- and Twill-Edged Pillows enrich a room wi

Brighten a breakfast table and spare it from scratches, spills and rings with Quilted Coasters and Placemats that p

Super-simple Cafe Curtains let you control light and privacy without sacrificing style. These are made with lightweight quilting fab

Stylish Slipcovers allow you to change the look of kitchen barstools from season to season. They also prolong the life of the s

Whether it's extra seating you need or a plush spot to put your feet up, this cozy circular Beanbag Pouf fits the bill. The playful d

When a window needs covering but a fuss-free style is what you crave, a classic Roman Shade in a neutral fabric is the perfect solutio

No need to discard your hand-me-down furniture favorites just because they've seen better days. The simple pattern of this lively gingham