Posted by Tomesh Dhongade
on December 23, 2025
blanki.in – where every thread tells a story
Let the sofa bend, let the fabric flow
Curved sofas demand textiles that can hug without warping. blanki.in’s 300-thread count cotton-ikon duvet is cut on the bias, giving 4 % natural stretch—enough to drape over a 96-inch radius sofa-back without puckering.
Let the sofa bend, let the fabric flow.
Heritage textiles India that echo arcs
Ikat diamonds and block-print grids soften when printed on 240 gsm slub cotton. The irregular weft mimics the gentle swell of curved headboards, turning regional fabric designs into upholstery that breathes.
Diamonds that bend, not break.
Rounded cushions, angular prints
Contrast is king. Pair a 50×50 cm bull-nose cushion stuffed with 750 gm cloud-fill and wrap it in a sharp ikat chevron—soft geometry loves a visual tug-of-war.
Round meets sharp—visual tug-of-war.
Installation – turn curve into canvas
Measure the magic
Measure curved sofa back arc length, seat depth, and radius. Write everything down – fairy godmothers love numbers.
Cut the canvas
Pick 54″ home-decor fabric. Cut on the bias for 4 % stretch. Cut one panel:
- Length: arc length + 2″ for hem
- Width: seat depth × 2 for fullness
Hem like a hotel
Turn up ½ inch on each side, iron, pin, sew. No raw edges allowed – this is architecture, not arts & crafts.
Anchor & align
Position so the fabric hugs the curve without puckering. Use concealed clips (5 kg rated) or recycled-PET sidewinder chain. Move attachment inward as you adjust the curve – fabric stays smooth, never bunches.
Fluff & forget
Give the hem a gentle shake, smooth the overlap, step back. The “curve” is up – no builder, no dust, just fabric doing masonry.
Measure twice, cut once, nap forever.
Cut sizes cheat-sheet
| Panel | Cut Size Formula (inches) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Curved sofa back | (Arc + 2) × (Depth × 2) | Arc = curved length, Depth = seat depth |
| Drum ottoman | 108 × 20 | Runner seamed into 20-inch diameter circle |
Care that keeps the curve
Cold wash, gentle spin, dry flat. Gravity relaxes the bias-cut back into shape—no ironing needed, because soft geometry should never look prison-straight.
Cold wash, not cold chisel—keep the curve.
The final fold
Let furniture flirt with form; let fabric tell its folk tale. blanki.in turns curved silhouettes into canvases for cultural décor—no hard edges, only easy conversation.
Flirt with form, talk in textile.
