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Floor cushions serve a practical function, providing extra seating in the living room. A special childĄŻs floor cushion, though, can become like a familiar friend. There are many options in floor cushions and pillows on the market these days, so it is worth it to shop around. A well-chosen cushion can be a much loved, comfortable spot for your child that is also portable.
A basic floor pillow can be from 27 to 36 inches square or round. They can be made of denim, vinyl, fake fur, or cotton twill. Fillings can include polystyrene beads, polyester fiberfill, or foam rubber to various thicknesses. Look for one about 8 inches thick, filled with lightweight stuffing, for the utmost of luxury. A variation of the floor pillow is the floor cushion, which is shaped like a square couch cushion. These can be stacked when not in use, and often are equipped with a handle on one side. Look for a washable, removable cover with a high quality zipper for ease of care. Seams should be sturdy and double sewn so the filling wonĄŻt leak out.
Floor pillows and cushions are often available in printed cotton fabric that accents childrenĄŻs room d¨Ścor themes. Some of the more popular themes for bedroom d¨Ścor now are safari, ballerina, construction, princess, boats, farm, sports, and cowboy. There is a style to suit every child, no matter how unique. Floor cushions are also available in shapes, such as flowers or stars. Some floor pillows are trimmed to look like a soccer ball, baseball or football. Floor cushions and pillows can also be purchased personalized with your childĄŻs name. When choosing a floor cushion, remember that it will probably be used in more than one room of the house, such as the bedroom and the living room. You may wish to choose a color and design that will harmonize with the d¨Ścor in each room, or provide a separate cushion for each room.
Some floor cushions are similar to plush toys but lay flat on the floor. You can get a fuzzy bear cushion looks more like a bearskin rug than a teddy bear. If unable to find the animal your child likes, there are also sewing patterns available to create a fake fur pillow sham that resembles an animal skin rug with a happy face. The sham fits a standard pillow and has stuffed legs and head attached.
For durable, easy-care floor cushions and seating for small children, check out pre-school supply stores. These specialized merchants carry a wide array of colors and creative styles of cushions, including squares, circles, wedges and loungers.
For bigger kids, try floor cushions and a low wide coffee table for a family room where kids can hang out. The table makes a great surface for snacking or doing homework, and the cushions are perfect for relaxing and watching videos. Kids enjoy sitting on the floor with their friends. A beanbag chair or a fluffy rug can provide an alternative to the cushions.
Another decorating idea is to create a reading corner for your children. Include a soft rug, a floor cushion or two, a basket or small bookcase of appropriate books, and safe, adequate lighting. Such a comfy nook can encourage even reluctant readers to curl up with a book.
A multipurpose pillow designed for parents and babies is a plump U-shaped pillow that has a fastener at the ends so that it can become a donut shape. As a U-shape, it makes a nice backrest for sitting up in bed or on the floor. It is comfortable to use during pregnancy and nursing. Later, the ends of the cushion can be attached to create a support to be used when the baby is learning to sit up.
Children and floor cushions are a natural combination. Pets and adults enjoy them, too. With a little time and care, you can choose the perfect floor cushion for your child.
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