Make a DIY ottoman and you’ll have a new piece of accent furniture in the style of your choice, just for your space. An ottoman has a firm top so you can place a tray on top and use it as a coffee or side table. It also can be used as a footstool or even as extra seating. You’ll most see ottomans in living rooms but they can be an accent for any room from offices to guest rooms.

Most of these DIY ottoman plans are beginner-friendly and great for the budget. Since you’ll be making your own ottoman, you can customize it just for the size and look that you want.

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Tufted Ottoman

Sarah’s Big Idea

This DIY ottoman has you start with a piece of furniture, it’s a wooden chest in this case, and make a cushion to go on top. You can customize the size of the cushion to fit whatever size your base is. Instructions for the beautiful tufting are included as well.

Tufted Ottoman from Sarah’s Big Idea

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Leather Upholstered Ottoman

DIY Beautify

With this project, you’ll start with an existing ottoman and then use leather upholstery fabric to give it a whole new look. The finished ottoman looks wonderful and you can place it in any style of room, from modern to rustic.

Leather Upholstered Ottoman from DIY Beautify

03

Old Table Ottoman

Make It & Love It

With this DIY ottoman, the base is a table. The table has been transformed into an ottoman that looks so good it deserves to be front and center in your room. Choose whatever fabric and table legs you like to reflect your style.

Old Table Ottoman from Make It & Love It

04

Simple Floor Ottoman

Lovely Indeed

More of a floor pouf than an ottoman, this lovely creation has a sturdy enough top you can still sit items on top of it. The great thing is that you can choose whatever fabric you want for the outside. You’ll need to be able to sew a straight line for this project, but other than that, it’s perfect for a beginner.

Simple Floor Ottoman from Lovely Indeed

05

Denim Storage Ottoman

Pillar Box Blue

A crate and an old pair of jeans come together to make this rustic DIY ottoman. 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.

Denim Storage Ottoman from Pillar Box Blue

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Vintage Rug Ottoman

Dream Green DIY

Show off a vintage rug when you add it as the top for this ottoman. 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.

Vintage Rug Ottoman from Dream Green DIY

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Upholstered Storage Ottoman

Anika’s DIY Life

While you’re deciding which DIY ottoman project to tackle, you may want to consider if you want some extra storage. 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.

Upholstered Storage Ottoman from Anika’s DIY Life

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Side Table Ottoman

A Beautiful Mess

This ottoman is being used as a side table. It’s just big enough to set a tray and some accessories. Canvas fabric, which resists tears better than cotton fabric, is used here. This project is easier than it looks, using pre-cut wood so all you need as far as power tools is a drill.

Side Table Ottoman from A Beautiful Mess

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Modern Farmhouse Ottoman

Amber Simmons

This stunning modern farmhouse 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.

Modern Farmhouse Ottoman from Amber Simmons

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Bucket Ottoman

At Home With Ashley

Here’s a clever idea that’s very easy on the wallet. 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.

Bucket Ottoman from At Home With Ashley

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Old Storage Cube Makeover

The Inspired Hive

Take an old leather storage cube and give it a much-needed update. A new wooden base is created and then the top of the cube is used as the top of the new ottoman. There’s a little woodworking here and you’ll need to break out the power tools.

Old Storage Cube Makeover from The Inspired Hive

Tire Ottoman

Frugal Mom Eh!

This chic ottoman is actually made from a tire that’s been wrapped with rope. It has a natural boho style that would look great in your home. This is a pretty easy project that uses only just a few materials and supplies.

Tire Ottoman from Frugal Mom Eh!