Originally Posted by
selm
I can't answer the original question but Moira could you explain "cushion" for us here in the US? I believe in the UK a "cushion" is what we call a pillow(meaning a decorative pillow. Pillows to us can also be bed pillows). What do you in the UK call a thing you seat on that we call a "cushion"? Thank you.
Here in the UK ‘pillow’ refers to the item you have in your bed to put your head on.
A ‘cushion’ is more decorative and could be placed on a sofa, chair or on top of a bed. It might be sat on, placed behind your back when sitting or just used for decoration.
They are also fun to make and make great gifts or charity donations!