DIY Couch - No Major Power Tools
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
- 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
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!
Jessica Kiran Did you build your couch? How did it go?
@@RosieN she is now sitting on the floor as we speak
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You’re my people 🙌🏾
It's honestly not as easy as it looks...I've tried and have succeeded with a couple, but it only works if you have the money for the right materials. Cutting up an old memory foam mattress is the easiest cheapest way to go. And it's only this simple if you have a good sewing machine and know how to sew, which I don't so I used lots of staples instead and stapled and glued my mattress foam to the plywood I had. That worked, but you need the space to do it too, which is more than you'd think. Just spreading out the fabric to measure took up my entire living room with the furniture I do have all shoved over to one side of the house. If you don't have the 5-10 yards of upholstery fabric laying around,(hahhaa) already, that can get very expensive, along with the draco batting material you need to upholster it all. Using my entire living room for even 2 days straight to do this project isnt easy. Even my decent size living room floor wasn't really enough space to do this sorta project. But when your broke and have least half these materials to use, it's definitely worth it to build yourself and can't afford to buy anything new and have a specific idea design you want.
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
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.
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.
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?
@@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.
Agreed ‼️
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!
Agreed! This one is the best I've watched by far.
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Never noticed that. Kinda sexist.
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"
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!
Who the heck pressed dislike button on this!?!?! ... this is awesome ambition/initiative!
Haters thats who
God bless you!
God bless you!
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Furniture salespeople, that's who.
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!
This has got to be the easiest and coolest diy couch video on TH-cam. Definitely gonna try this although I can't sew even if my life depended on it
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!
Lol, just like a man, some day!
@@pamelagillham755 I hate this comment but I respect it 🤣🤣🤣
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.
I agree!!
Fact
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❤
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!!🙏🏾 😊
So glad I found this one!!! I’m so set on making my own furniture. I’m sick of all the overpriced EVERYTHING! Thanks SIS 🥰
This was to the point ,simple ,affordable & doable by anyone.BEST DIY I have everrrrr seen on here. 👏🏾
Thrifty Shades of Greene aw thank you! I appreciate that!
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.
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.
You made a good point for a custom piece that turn out the way she wanted job well done.
I sincerely hope you made a video too! If you did, I hope to find it! 🙂
Cake Batter hear hear!
Gayle Scovel me too! @cakebatter where is your follow up? I wanna see the finished products 🤩
This is exactly the kind of tutorial I needed. Thank you so much.
I'm about to move to my first aparment, I'm broke but I need a couch and this is perfect for my budget, power tools and space to work. Seriously, thank you so much for this gem!
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!
We are born with the tools we need just have to apply them. GREAT JOB.
Absolutely!!
Very talented! Great couch i have an idea make a coffee table the same height as the couch base, then put the other piece on it. Looks like it would then make a full size bed for guests. 😊
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.
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! 👏👍
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.❤
I've been doing upholstery professionally longer than you have been alive & you are AMAZING!.....GREAT JOB!!!
I love how perfectly it fit under your window! You did a fantastic job, I can't wait to try this out myself
I seriously don't know why you don't have more subs. You made a whole couch by yourself! I give you your prop!🥰
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
“Where did you bought it?” “Oh, I made it” (Priceless)❤
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 😁
I am totally impressed you sewed and not hot glued!
Ooo my God it's so simple and looks sooo beautiful. Thanks for sharing this ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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.
2 years later..I hope you have the tools. The garage. The sewing room. The patience... This was very nice and simple..
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.
Gurrrl!!! I just love your homemade couch❣️ You did good 💜🧡💙
Надо же! Какая вы мололец! Такую красоту сами слелали. Браво! Восхищение нет придела!!
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.
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!!!!
You did an AMAZING job in both design and construction of your sofa! So impressed! Good Job!
I'm three years late for the party, but you did a great job. The sofa looks fantastic.
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
I know this is an old video but I have been scouring TH-cam 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!
Brilliant! Thanks for making this Cady!
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!!
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 😃
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
This is a brilliant video! Thanks from London England 👍❤️💪😎🏴🙏
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.
David Bourland thank you!
You did a great job on the sofa!
This is literally what I've been looking for thanks for vlogging it
This is best diy sofa I've seen this far :D
You are dedicated and I appreciate your creativity I knew it was possible and you just showed me how...God Bless.
This is such a great idea. I love how simple the video is. I also love the music
Moving and everything is in storage a long way. Wow talk about inspired. Thank you quite an amazing creation.
Nice custom couch. Looks quite comfy. Your video and instructions were well done.
Clear to the point affordable doable..and you got straigjt into it👍
This is very cool and encouraging. Thank you. Actually makes me think I could do this.
Omg ! The couch is beautiful !! You are soooo creative !! Love the hairpin legs on it !!
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
Glad you like it!
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.
Thank you for sharing this amazing diy couch idea, cant wait to try this project you are very talented great job.
I am so very proud of you, keep up the good work. I feel so empowered, this video makes building things, seem possible.
Your couch came out beautiful. You did an awesome job. 🤗🤗🤗
Great video and awesome finished couch, but I think my favorite part was when you vacuumed your feet! I laughed pretty good. ;) Your awesome.
Shidoshi Dragon thanks 😂
Excellent!! Great job! Your sewing skills are great - very hard to get such a big piece to fit so well!
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 :)
beautiful and simple tutorial that i can make my own couch. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent idea, I will definitely try this out
Never seen such video. You're so brave and determined lady
Thanks for this.
Love
Great video also gets straight to the point, thanks for sharing!
Waw 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾 I’m shook looks better than most couches .
A customized quality sofa that will last you for years! Great job!!!!
Super impressed by this. I feel inspired to make my own
Best DIY video on TH-cam. she deserves a gift or something. F it I'm subscribing...
Fantastic job! I hope more people see this and are inspired!
Really awesome and simple idea... Thank you so much for sharing the video
U are so cute crouching cutting fabric in fast motion. . Like little furry animal. The sofa w legs looks very professional. Ur diy looks easy . Thanks I feel confident to try make a custom chaise for my small house
That was really really nice. Nice couch 🛋
I have a really good twin size mattress I was going to throw out along with my old futon, but this gave me ideas!
This country needs more women like you. Great job....AND you videoed it!!
Great work! Outcome is good as well
That was very well executed. I got some inspiration from what you accomplished, thank you.
This was amazing! Wow you are talented. Love the sofa. 🙂👍🏾
Parabéns.muito criativa.adorei essa sua ideia
your a very talented cool & resourceful lady xxxx
Thank you!!!! Every other idea I've seen is wayyyyyyy more expensive and power tool heavy. Plus I think this looked nice too
I can do it! Wow!! I have big living room but I dont have sofa yet. I am far from the city I cannot buy nice sofa. I will do that instead. I just have to watch it again and again❤😍😁
I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this! Thank you for sharing💖
How cool! I could theoretically make an awesome custom sofa That wraps like a sectional under windows and stuff
Best easy one I’ve seen. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
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
That's so cute!! Ultimate DIY. I love it 😍
So much work, am exhausted but also inspired.
This was exactly the kind of motivation I needed to save myself from shelling out 1500 bucks
Yup so true
Awesome! I love it without the legs.
Great video, awesome idea and amazingly executed 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
And you’ve done it in such small place. Great job.
Wow!! Amazing 😮👌 Loved it ❤️ creative and simple 💯😊
Very beautiful. Add some colours to bright it up
Спасибо за видео. Вы молодец. Всё своими руками. Браво. Здоровья Вам.
Seriously.... Awesome work girl..
This is EXACTLY the type of thing I was looking for. Thank you soooo much!
(Looks around... stands up... slowly Claps and build momentum) 👏🏾. 👏🏾... 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
WHO ARE YOU!!!!!
Girl you did a damn good job👏👏👌👌