Bedroom Makeover on a Budget

Seat Covering

A trio of inexpensive ottomans provides seating and storage at the end of the bed.

Using polyester suede in a buttery hue (to cover the original red) extended the palette into a complementary color scheme. All it took was 1 yard of fabric per ottoman and a staple gun. Casters picked up at the hardware store and anchored to the bottom offer mobility and a contemporary edge.

Vintage Suede Sunshine Fabric
$8.98 per yard
Available at Fabric.com

Ottoman
$25 each
Available at Wal-Mart

Tip: Like paint, never buy fabric without bringing home a swatch first. Local fabric stores gladly cut samples, and most online shops charge a small fee.