Measure the inside bottom of the coil to the inside top (Image 1). Cut four pieces of 2x4 to fit snugly inside the power reel. Pick up the 2x4s near the edge and screw them into place (Image 2).
To create a smooth top surface, place a few pieces of masking tape over all the nuts and bolts on the bottom of the spool (Image 1). Place the foam on top of the spool, measure and cut to size (we used two half circles). Use hot glue to adhere the foam in place (Image 2).
Lay the batting over the top of the spool and wrap around the sides (Image 1). Cut to size and leave plenty of extra batting to fit under the spool. Turn the spool over and staple the batting down and to the sides (all 2x4s). If necessary, use a hammer to make sure the staples are fully recessed. Trim excess batting and glue down edges if needed (Image 2).
Measure the spool from top to bottom. Cut a piece of the blanket to that size, use the finished edge of the blanket as the finished bottom edge of the ottoman. Pin the sides to hold them in place.
Lay the ottoman on top of the rest of the blanket and cut out the top circle. Leave enough edge for the seam (whip).
Whip stitch the side and top of the blanket.
Attach four furniture pads to the bottom of the spool (Image 1). Now you have the versatile accent that can be used as an ottoman, side table, or additional seating (Image 2).
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Now you have the versatile accent that can be used as an ottoman, side table, or extra seat.
