Can we talk about throw pillows?

11 years ago

I'm puzzled about throw pillows on sofas, loveseats and chairs.

My new sofa and loveseat each came with two lovely 22" throw pillows. When I'm not using the furniture, I have them nicely arranged (no... no "chopped" look for me, thank you.) But when I'm using the furniture, I'm at a loss. The sofa cushions are a bit too deep for me to sit comfortably (I'm "vertically challenged") so having a pillow behind me is a good idea. But these pillows are so fluffy, they push me too far forward on the seat. I suppose I can buy other coordinating pillows that are smaller and not as posh. But then, that begs the question: what do you do with the pretty pillows if you're not using them while you're seated? Toss them on the floor? Keep them in a nearby basket? Something else?

How do you deal with YOUR throw pillows? Please, can someone give me a lesson in Pillows 101? Thanks!

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OllieJane
11 years ago
pocopson, I have been dealing with this and my solution is: I have a sofa table behind my couch, and when I have guests over, the pillows go underneath the sofa table. I am trying DESPERATLEY to find a huge rattan basket to fit underneath the sofa table, but haven't yet! The area beneath my sofa table is unused, so that is my plan. I will even buy two to sit next to each other if I could find them. My problem is they are either too wide (depth-wise) or too deep. Maybe I need a new sofa table LOL!
pocopson
Original Author
11 years ago
I've also been looking for a large basket to keep pillows and throw blankets in. This one is a contender (even though it's sold out now): https://www.onekingslane.com/product/50152/1000725 So is this one: http://www.westelm.com/products/modern-weave-oversized-storage-bin-c469/?cm_src=AutoRel
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OllieJane
11 years ago
Nice to know! Two of the West Elm one's might work for me. We just got a West Elm a few months ago, and I haven't made it in there yet-I need to make a trip up there.
carolb_w_fl_coastal_9/10
11 years ago
I have a floor cushion near the sofa & they get stacked on there - only have 2 right now. Hubby ALWAYS removes them as soon as I put them back on the sofa - he lives there, y'know...
pocopson
Original Author
11 years ago
Well, they really ARE in the way when you want to sit.
Fun2BHere
11 years ago
I suspect that your pillows are filled with polyester batting. If you replaced the existing fill with down or less expensive feathers, you should be able to use them to support your back when sitting which would give them more purpose.
pocopson
Original Author
11 years ago
Sounds like I have to choose between looks and functionality. :)
Kristine Byrnes
11 years ago
I am looking to make some new pillows for my couch , do the down pillows really last longer ? It seems the pillows I buy go flat every 6 months or so. I too am short, and need to use them behind my back to sit comfortably.