The pouf ottoman is simply among the most versatile and comfortable workhorse furniture pieces you can add to your home.

Isn’t it nice to sit back on the couch, relax, and put up your feet after a long day at work? But wait, something’s missing! You have nothing on which to rest your weary feet. That’s why you need a pouf ottoman, which is simply the greatest piece of furniture ever invented. Not only can it serve as a pedestal on which to rest your tired toes, but it works great as extra seating for guests, adds some comfortable fun in the nursery, and can even be used on which to prop drinks and snacks when entertaining or just watching TV.  Cats love them too.

Perfect Pouf Ottomans

Bubble Knit Ottoman – Who wouldn’t love a soft and squishy knit ottoman? Plus, the neutral color is a great fit for any room. Rest your feet or use them as extra seating that can be stacked in the corner until needed. They can also be tucked under a console or high sofa table when not in use.

Madison Park Crosby Ottoman – And for something completely different, try this mid-century, button tufted ottoman that features a hidden storage compartment. It’s made with high density foam, so it’s sure to be soft, yet sturdy enough to sit on.

Everett Pouf  – This exotic-influenced quatrefoil pouf ottoman in green and white is a delicious way to add pattern to your spaces. It’s made with a durable dhurrie wool cover that would hold up well to regular use as well.

Recycled Rag Pouf – Try a recycled colorful pouf ottoman like this lovely example. It’s made from strips of recycled cotton and polyester that have been handwoven into a chunky weave. It’s densely filled too, so it can also double as seating or as a snack table.

Indoor/Outdoor Striped Pouf – And because you may want to put your feet up while sitting on the deck, here’s a practical choice that can be used inside or outside. It comes in many different colorways to match your decor.

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Fab floor pillows you can buy or DIY!

Floor pillows and poufs are in. Okay, they have been in, but I’m slow to catch on. They make perfect alternative seating for informal dinner parties, game nights, patio garden parties, or just kicking back to watch the latest on Netflix. Lots of home decor shops from West Elm, One Kings Lane, IKEA, and many others, are offering up plenty of options to suit your style and budget. There’s also a plethora of DIY pillow tutorials around the Interwebs if you are the type who likes to get your hands crafty.

Back in my day, floor pillows were just for kids. It was my parents way of not feeling so badly about the fact that they got to hog the couch on TV nights. Fast forward to the present day, and floor pillows aren’t just for kids. Many discerning grownups are choosing to get lower to the ground. And I say, why not be more informal? It’s what we all really want anyway.

Whether to have extra “seating” on hand for entertaining, or just for hanging out, choose from this roundup of our favorite floor pillows.

Floor Pillows and Poufs to Buy

Cowhide Pouf from West Elm – This geometric patterned pouf is made in Argentina from patched pieces of cowhide leather using hand-guided sewing machines.

Herringbone Pillow from Wayfair – Here’s another stylish and versatile geometric print pillow to add a bit of pattern.

Corduroy Tufted Pillow from Urban Outfitters – Love this soft corduroy tufted pillow. It comes in four different colorways and stacks perfectly for storage.

Black and Pink Pouf from World Market – This is embroidered vibrant pouf in black and pink is a pretty and exotic choice.

Moroccan Style from One Kings Lane – Choose this Moroccan-style floor pillow to recreate the form and function of the Moroccan floor pillows.

Floor Pillows and Poufs to DIY

• Giant Chevron Pillows – Bring color and pattern into your living room by making your own brightly-colored chevron floor pillows.
• DIY Floor Cushions – Turn two bed pillows into an easy to make and inexpensive floor cushion with this project.
• Quilted Floor Cushions – If you like a more traditional look, consider making your own gusseted and quilted floor cushions.
• Jelly Roll Cushion – This floor pillow project for a jelly roll cushion involves a little more advanced sewing skills than the other projects.
• Floor Pillow Pouf  – Finally, make your own pouf, which can double as a ottoman.

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