It also can be used as a footstool or even as extra seating.
Most of these DIY ottoman plans are beginner-friendly and great for the budget.
Old Table Ottoman
With this DIY ottoman, the base is a table.
Make It & Love It
Choose whatever fabric and table legs you like to reflect your style.
It’s a great upcycling project that takes something you already have and puts it to another use.
This ottoman has the advantage of having wheels, making it easy to move around.
DIY Beautify
It’s a classic look that won’t soon go out of style.
It looks stunning in a living room or bedroom.
This is an easy project that a beginner can find success in.
Make It & Love It
You’ll need to build the wooden part of the ottoman and then add upholstery fabric.
This project takes a little more time than the others but is well worth it.
Side Table Ottoman
A Beautiful Mess
Consider making a side table ottoman.
Lovely Indeed
It’s just big enough to store a tray and some accessories.
Canvas fabric, which resists tears better than cotton fabric, is used here.
Modern Farmhouse Ottoman
Amber Simmons
Go modern farmhouse by fusing design with function.
Pillar Box Blue
Here, this ottoman features a wooden base with a bit of storage room underneath.
The top has been upholstered and then tufted.
This builds a square ottoman that may fit just the right space in your home.
Dream Green DIY
This ottoman starts out with a surprising base: a bucket.
It’s covered up with foam, batting, and finally some fabric.
A glue gun is used so you don’t need to worry about having to sew.
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Old Storage Cube Makeover
The Inspired Hive
Take an old leatherstorage cubeand give it a much-needed update.
There’s a little woodworking here and you’ll need to break out the power tools.
Tire Ottoman
Frugal Mom Eh!
A Beautiful Mess
Repurpose a tire and wrap it with rope for a natural look that would look great in your home.
This is a pretty easy project that uses only just a few materials and supplies.
This ottoman is actually a concrete form that’s been covered with some stuffing and fabric.
Amber Simmons
The white fabric really makes it stand out.
Colorful yarn is made into tassels and then tied to the top.
Flip the lid over and you have a tray that you’re able to set your drink on.
At Home With Ashley
An existing wood crate is used and brightened up with some paint and rope handles.
Wheels are even added so they can easily be moved.
This project does require some power tools because you’ll need to build the wooden base.
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Faux Leather Ottoman
This is a simple project that begins with cutting a cube out of foam.
After, faux leather is used to cover the base, almost instantly creating a fun piece of furniture.
It’s built for extra storage, you’ll just need to remove the top.
Frugal Mom Eh!
After being assembled, the whole thing is covered with fabric.
A dresser drawer is used as the base and then the top is added.
It’s made to be removable so you’re free to store items inside.
Jen Woodhouse
The differences between a footstool and an ottoman are their sizes and function.
Footstools tend to be smaller and is used to rest your feet while you’re seated.
Ottomans are usually bigger and can be used for storage, seating, or as coffee tables.
A Piece of Rainbow
Before making your choice, consider factors like firmness, thickness, and durability.
Yes, ottomans are still in style because they are multifunctional, versatile, customizable, and timeless.
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