Skip the sewing machine, and grab a staple gun, fabric, and some easy-to-use materials to whip up a simple yet fashionable upholstered bench cushion.

Q: I was at a party last weekend and sat on a bench that was built into the deck. It was a clever idea, and it had handy armrests that were perfect to set plates or drinks on. I want to build bench ...

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