DIY Couch - No Major Power Tools

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6 жыл бұрын

I built a couch in my living room, without any major power tools! I only needed a hand once, to flip the couch over, lol. I did it, so you can too. You can find answers about dimensions and materials below.
Music by Mittensさん
/ @mittenssan
Dimensions
- Foam: same as a twin bed minus 2 inches to the width (0:08).
- Plywood: 1-2 inches smaller than the foam on each side to spare my shins.
Cost break-down... the goal was not to be cheap, it was to build a quality couch myself!
- Plywood $50 (Home Depot)
- Foam $0 (the gym I work at replaced their floors and I snagged some of the leftover NEW foam, with permission)
- Memory foam mattress topper $40 (Amazon)
- Fabric $110 (Hobby Lobby)
- Legs $108 (Amazon)
- Feather pillows $40 (IKEA)
Total cost: $348
Other tools
- Staple gun
- Sewing machine
- Power drill
- Sharp knife

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@nickasher7105 3 жыл бұрын

This is actual DIY . A lot of stuff is not DIY but rather done by professionals with whole workshops( Not throwing shade, they do pretty good work just saying thats not DIY) . This is real DIY. Thank you for making this video

@butterflyzcanfly 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!!! I don't have much power tools so I get discouraged thinking that I will not be able to do it just because I can't afford to buy it which is why I'm doing a DIY.

@Mel-qr5ob 2 жыл бұрын

Same. Lots of "DIY" tutorials now are using table saws, so you need to splash a bit of cash before you even pay for materials, plus dedicate a garage/shed space to your projects. It changes from "DIY" to "hobbyist" projects at that point in my opinion. You can get simple electric tools like drills or jigsaws at decent prices, but once you start getting into table saws, mitre saws and routers... nope.

@nZebco 2 жыл бұрын

DIY = do it yourself , don`t buy the final product. The process of doing it is diy, doesn`t matter what tools you use. There are a lot of Pro`s using only hand tools, does that qualify them as diyers?

@Foxy_rin Жыл бұрын

@@nZebco diy does mean do it yourself, yes. But it's meant for your average person that doesn't specify in that craft, tutorial would be a better word for it.

@makaylahsade3962 Жыл бұрын

Agreed ‼️

@mickstone7380 3 жыл бұрын

Someone told me once that when guys make a DIY video, they try to impress you with how clever they are. When women make a DIY video, they actually tell you how to f***ing do it! Nowhere is this more true than in couch videos!

@rtthomas3667 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! This one is the best I've watched by far.

@laurabrown493 3 жыл бұрын

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@HAL-dm1eh 3 жыл бұрын

Never noticed that. Kinda sexist.

@boertush 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching a lot of dit videos lately and the rule seems to be guys want to show of their massive workshop. Which is kind of annoying when they label their videos with "for beginners" or "simple furniture for little money"

@botticelli728 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen some videos by guys who are very self-effacing and do their best to make their instructions as clear and helpful as possible, but, yes, I've seen lots of wonderful videos by women as well. Thanks to all who genuinely want to share their knowledge!

@jessicakiran9346 4 жыл бұрын

I KNEW this was a way to do this. I’m dead set on building my furniture and all the other resources and tutorials are SO complicated. I can’t wait to build my couch!

@RosieN 3 жыл бұрын

Jessica Kiran Did you build your couch? How did it go?

@FrankieJeal 3 жыл бұрын

@@RosieN she is now sitting on the floor as we speak

@laurabrown493 3 жыл бұрын

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@teeyaramarie4071 2 ай бұрын

You’re my people 🙌🏾

@pixiemermaid 4 жыл бұрын

Who the heck pressed dislike button on this!?!?! ... this is awesome ambition/initiative!

@KaZyK 4 жыл бұрын

Haters thats who

@lovelyaddey9089 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you!

@lovelyaddey9089 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you!

@foziamobeen3276 3 жыл бұрын

@leathelandlady 3 жыл бұрын

Furniture salespeople, that's who.

@deliciawhittaker3880 3 жыл бұрын

2 years later..I hope you have the tools. The garage. The sewing room. The patience... This was very nice and simple..

@coleytoons 3 жыл бұрын

My father inlaw is an upholsterer which means my husband is basically also an upholsterer(4th generation). We both think you did an awesome job with the materials and tools and space you were working with. Well done chicky!

@fidopapoi7792 3 жыл бұрын

This has got to be the easiest and coolest diy couch video on KZfaq. Definitely gonna try this although I can't sew even if my life depended on it

@sylvibahr9834 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I like the speed of the video in that it gets to the point quickly. Also this is first good video I have seen about making furniture without power tools. The sofa turned out great. Excellent.

@CPR4THEBODYlivingaenrichedlife 4 жыл бұрын

I agree!!

@renatoantelo5822 4 жыл бұрын

Fact

@TheAlpine49 4 жыл бұрын

Can't let my wife see this video! Got a garage full of nice tools because I tell her I need them cause I'm going to build something some day. Great video!

@pamelagillham755 3 жыл бұрын

Lol, just like a man, some day!

@lyteyearz5810 3 жыл бұрын

@@pamelagillham755 I hate this comment but I respect it 🤣🤣🤣

@conchobar 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome job!!!! $350 is a great price for a custom sofa that is the exact length, depth, and height that you need. You definitely splurged on the legs, but spending $100 on the fabric was brilliant. Its the component you will see and touch most. Its worth every dime you invest in it. I'm planning to build two sofas this summer. Thanks for the inspiration.

@alemarie239 4 жыл бұрын

You made a good point for a custom piece that turn out the way she wanted job well done.

@gaylescovel7308 4 жыл бұрын

I sincerely hope you made a video too! If you did, I hope to find it! 🙂

@RealGlowup 4 жыл бұрын

Cake Batter hear hear!

@RealGlowup 4 жыл бұрын

Gayle Scovel me too! @cakebatter where is your follow up? I wanna see the finished products 🤩

@theeditor1149 3 жыл бұрын

I loved that this video was straightforward in its explanation. I also loved that it didn't require complicated instructions and the language was to the point. And most importantly, it turned out so well! It looks good and took into account basic ergonomics and human proportions. If I ever decide to make a sofa/couch I will turn to this video. Thank you for sharing❤

@kaitlyncollette 3 жыл бұрын

I’m getting ready to makeover my bedroom in my moms home that has been the same since elementary school and I am so happy that I found this video!! After watching all these guys go through and complete their couches really fast and with a ton of power tools, I got a bit disheartened. But now I know for sure that I can do this and make my room exactly the way I want it!! Thanks a million!!🙏🏾 😊

@v.v.6551 4 жыл бұрын

We are born with the tools we need just have to apply them. GREAT JOB.

@CPR4THEBODYlivingaenrichedlife 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!

@thriftyshadesofgreene5266 5 жыл бұрын

This was to the point ,simple ,affordable & doable by anyone.BEST DIY I have everrrrr seen on here. 👏🏾

@CadyMasterman 5 жыл бұрын

Thrifty Shades of Greene aw thank you! I appreciate that!

@rainbowcitizen4897 4 жыл бұрын

I dont need a couch. But loved this DIY. it really shows what ones imagination and skiddles one has within. Like the shades and glass table.

@MjayMuah 3 жыл бұрын

Just had to say my deepest thanks and echo what many have already said. As an apartment dweller, I greatly appreciate the simplicity of this.. and it came out looking so nice! On top of that, there are so many ways to customize this, so thank you!

@andreagarcia3934 4 жыл бұрын

Well damn, you made a whole couch/day bed in a small space. That is pretty awesome! Its one of a kind and made with your own 2 hands so thats the benefit of making something yourself. I think the end result is great because now it is a mutifunctional piece. Great work! 👏👍

@sherrystacyrn589 5 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best video's I've seen in weeks. Very well done and thank you for sharing. I'm wanting a cute small sofa with the look of a country cottage.....now I can have it.

@jamiebjorklund288 4 жыл бұрын

YOU ARE AMAZING! I am so going to do this thank you so much. I can't find a couch I like and I want a sizable on for my inlaws/extendeds on holidays. The couch I need would break the bank. Thank you again.❤

@xesyx 5 жыл бұрын

I love how perfectly it fit under your window! You did a fantastic job, I can't wait to try this out myself

@Haridas_108 4 жыл бұрын

Надо же! Какая вы мололец! Такую красоту сами слелали. Браво! Восхищение нет придела!!

@carmenmarialinne2650 4 жыл бұрын

You did an AMAZING job in both design and construction of your sofa! So impressed! Good Job!

@wricks66 4 жыл бұрын

I've been doing upholstery professionally longer than you have been alive & you are AMAZING!.....GREAT JOB!!!

@topcat4421 3 жыл бұрын

I'm three years late for the party, but you did a great job. The sofa looks fantastic.

@davondd 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry for saying this, but this is f#%!ing AWESOME 👏. Great job, I was thinking 🤔 of making my own furniture but wasn’t sure about it, you just may have motivated me, thank you ma’am 😃

@treasureman1198 4 жыл бұрын

I made my own out of pallets be cause it last longer and my14 year old twins boy and girl are tall 6ft and 6"6 I'm 5"9 it's hard to find furniture that fits so doing it yourself you get exactly what you want for way less all you do is change the outer material when you want a new look

@BaluRamsha 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant! Thanks for making this Cady!

@susanr5546 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I am impressed! I now think I can make something like this for a friend of mine who has no money, and her birthday is coming up. Thank you. I hope you are enjoying your couch still.

@trudiel7353 4 жыл бұрын

I am totally impressed you sewed and not hot glued!

@alternativeremedies9739 3 жыл бұрын

I seriously don't know why you don't have more subs. You made a whole couch by yourself! I give you your prop!🥰

@rimafannaf3066 3 жыл бұрын

Ooo my God it's so simple and looks sooo beautiful. Thanks for sharing this ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@amandachan3365 3 жыл бұрын

You are amazing and brilliant! I am moving into a small apartment soon and you have provided an awesome DIY, customizable, AND affordable solution. Thank you!!!!

@davidbourland8080 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting. This is very creative. I like your video style too. You balanced speed and information and gave just the right amount.

@CadyMasterman 5 жыл бұрын

David Bourland thank you!

@MsOlga1956 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I have a latex 10" twin mattress I wanted to convert to a sofa bed and didn't have a major tool for it I was thinking of using a hard peg broad with the hole so it can breathe all for an RV Travel Trailer. Great ideal.

@knopeace 4 жыл бұрын

This was exactly the kind of motivation I needed to save myself from shelling out 1500 bucks

@raevix5386 2 жыл бұрын

You are saving my life, I can't find a cheap enough sofa for my new place and doing this would safe me half of the price of a bought one, I'm getting ready to buy the materials

@Totallysamsays 5 жыл бұрын

This was amazing! Wow you are talented. Love the sofa. 🙂👍🏾

@franb56 4 жыл бұрын

A customized quality sofa that will last you for years! Great job!!!!

@leeannrorex1509 4 жыл бұрын

This is very cool and encouraging. Thank you. Actually makes me think I could do this.

@artbyedna9210 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this! Thank you for sharing💖

@francisculberson9453 5 жыл бұрын

That was very well executed. I got some inspiration from what you accomplished, thank you.

@mrscjdiaz 3 жыл бұрын

I know you may not see this but I needed a couch for my teenage son’s room! This was a tremendous HELP!!! Thank you 😁

@mirthfulthings 3 жыл бұрын

Never seen such video. You're so brave and determined lady Thanks for this. Love

@upaharjungshah8536 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Cady. I really enjoyed the video. This is the only video that gave me some courage to build my own DIY couch in the future.

@dillaritchellemae8211 3 жыл бұрын

This is literally what I've been looking for thanks for vlogging it

@CPR4THEBODYlivingaenrichedlife 4 жыл бұрын

You dud an awesome job! Very neat and unique. I would have never thought this was hand made. Looks like something you buy in a store!!

@walk2miles 3 жыл бұрын

You did an amazing job and made it look so simple. I LOVED watching the video but not sure I'm talented enough to pull it off. Thank you for sharing.

@phirophobia 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a great idea. I love how simple the video is. I also love the music

@MultiTaylorswift1234 3 жыл бұрын

So inspiring, thanks for the vid. I can't wait to make my own couch like you.

@FEARisCOLD 3 жыл бұрын

I have a really good twin size mattress I was going to throw out along with my old futon, but this gave me ideas!

@thomascrolius1862 3 жыл бұрын

This is EXACTLY the type of thing I was looking for. Thank you soooo much!

@patriafernandez 5 жыл бұрын

Love the sofa. thank you soo much.

@andmll01 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was looking for a easy tutorial like this

@summershines2037 3 жыл бұрын

That's so cute!! Ultimate DIY. I love it 😍

@oldschool6558 5 жыл бұрын

Nice custom couch. Looks quite comfy. Your video and instructions were well done.

@MsVikingPrincess 5 жыл бұрын

Great job! Thanks for the inspiration! Wasn't sure how to do a back until I saw this.

@user-vr6io5xb9e 4 жыл бұрын

And you’ve done it in such small place. Great job.

@carrie8582 4 жыл бұрын

Great job girl! Very impressive, I also liked the speed up editing🙌

@HolyPriestessChelsea-kd8vq 4 жыл бұрын

subbed thank you, I'm gonna do this when I move into my place in a couple of weeks. Thanks

@tommcfadden5232 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. 😮 Great job. Love your ingenuity.

@trinicebrown3300 4 жыл бұрын

This is amazing and extremely inspirational! Thx!

@aishanasim5245 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea, I will definitely try this out

@lavernmowatt2406 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for inspiring me, God bless you dear

@donnalauritzen 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent!! Great job! Your sewing skills are great - very hard to get such a big piece to fit so well!

@she_came_down_in_a_bubble_6160 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is an old video but I have been scouring KZfaq for a way to make a bed in my living room that doesn’t look like a bed. I gave up my room so my kids could have their own space but I still want a comfy bed. I can do this with a good mattress! Thank you!

@sarveshbhalerao 4 жыл бұрын

Really awesome and simple idea... Thank you so much for sharing the video

@klassyelegance687 4 жыл бұрын

Yes this is very helpful I have been wondering how I was going to do this and I’m so glad I ran across your channel thanks I can’t wait to start mine

@Zoe-nr6vv 3 жыл бұрын

Best easy one I’ve seen. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

@vprvsc91 4 жыл бұрын

Great video also gets straight to the point, thanks for sharing!

@nathardiaross8378 3 жыл бұрын

I am so very proud of you, keep up the good work. I feel so empowered, this video makes building things, seem possible.

@mommygarcia9137 3 жыл бұрын

Omg ! The couch is beautiful !! You are soooo creative !! Love the hairpin legs on it !!

@nicholemoody6166 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous! I absolutely love it!

@ranajitdey6715 4 жыл бұрын

This was so simple and a good looking project. Thanks for sharing. Alas...the part of India I live in, I don't have access to these metal stands that you used, but i guess something with plywood can be made instead to raise the sofa a bit. Thanks for sharing :)

@aniciapurcell 4 жыл бұрын

Waw 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾 I’m shook looks better than most couches .

@lotteleymoore-daigle9623 4 жыл бұрын

That was really really nice. Nice couch 🛋

@francesjolly5106 3 жыл бұрын

Moving and everything is in storage a long way. Wow talk about inspired. Thank you quite an amazing creation.

@russellborrego1689 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job! I hope more people see this and are inspired!

@juelkapr 4 жыл бұрын

It's beautiful!!! Good job

@kathymoore7137 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, and well done for tackling a job of this kind.

@BrookeaCookea 3 жыл бұрын

I love how this turned out!

@frankie2234 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice job, thanks for sharing.

@diginomad6016 2 жыл бұрын

Great work! Outcome is good as well

@simplyme7821 4 жыл бұрын

I was fascinated watching you work. Even though it was sped up, I could tell that you don't use unnecessary steps and use economy of energy. I think your couch turned out beautiful. I don't have a couch and I can't afford one and right now my husband sleeps in the living room in a hospital bed. I wish I had half of your talent. Then maybe I could make a chair so I could sit next to him. :-) Keep sharing your talents. It means a lot to people to see the ingenuity of people and even though I don't know you, I can feel your sense of pride of accomplishment. Sincerely, Carly

@jeffnogle5275 5 жыл бұрын

getting the foam for free helped the cost of the build. That slab of foam itself can cost up to 300-400 dollars. great video

@getoverthyself 4 жыл бұрын

Great job, and instructional video! Already made a chaise. This may nudge me into making a sofa. :)

@carabellofamily4782 4 жыл бұрын

Super cool. You've inspired me. Thank you 🙏

@NextGenerationHealth 5 жыл бұрын

That is really nice! Great job!

@jackulenehorn413 2 жыл бұрын

You did a great job on the sofa!

@karensaville913 3 жыл бұрын

Clear to the point affordable doable..and you got straigjt into it👍

@alexab2016 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, this video tutorial helped a lot...thanks 🤗

@retro.x 2 жыл бұрын

Gurrrl!!! I just love your homemade couch❣️ You did good 💜🧡💙

@stellav45 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! You Have Skills!!!! I am very impressed!

@Dru_Won 4 жыл бұрын

Wow this is exactly what I was looking for. Plus you got the non generic really dope lo fi hip hop beats :) Extremely well done thank you

@CadyMasterman 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@peggymahabir6108 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I am inspired. Thank you for sharing

@CadyMasterman 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Just1Tori 4 жыл бұрын

This is soooo awesome 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Extremely inspired!!

@Miriam-fk9wr 3 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic!! Great job 👍🏻 thank you for sharing.

@shidoshidragon3094 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and awesome finished couch, but I think my favorite part was when you vacuumed your feet! I laughed pretty good. ;) Your awesome.

@CadyMasterman 5 жыл бұрын

Shidoshi Dragon thanks 😂

@GiovannaAguilar 4 жыл бұрын

So much work, am exhausted but also inspired.

@4um360 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work, great explanation, and very good video editing, congratulations!

@cynthiarice5147 5 жыл бұрын

You did a great job! I wouldn't have known how to even begin😊😊😊

@avamooltrey 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love it without the legs.

@vitumbikokumwenda7476 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful and simple tutorial that i can make my own couch. Thanks for sharing.