Painted cushions

Try your hand at creating a luxury lookalike for a fraction of the cost

Give a plain cushion cover a modern twist with gold fabric paint and a funky geometric finish, inspired by the luxurious design from house of Fraser. as with most fabric paints, the inks may transfer so we recommend using these cushions decoratively in low-traffic areas of your home. TAKES 3HRS COST £24.49

Gurli cushion cover in grey, £2, Ikea 3 x Marabu Textil Design spray, £6.13 each, Fred Aldous Masking tape Paintbrush Seta opaque black fabric paint, £4.10, Fred Aldous Iron your cushion cover to remove any creases. Working outside on a dustsheet, spray one side with the gold spray paint and leave to dry. Spray in slow, steady lines across the fabric for even coverage. Once dry, apply a second coat and repeat on the reverse side. Follow sealing and treatment instructions on the can.

Once the gold paint is completely dry, use tape to mark out a geometric pattern on the cushion cover (or use a stencil, like our star design). Use a paintbrush and the black fabric paint to cover the lines in between the masking tape. Remove the masking tape then leave to dry.

Make sure the masking tape is firmly stuck down onto the fabric to keep your lines clean and crisp