Simons Maison
Hot Sauce Velvety Knit Cushion 41 X 17 Cm
This decorative cushion, a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, is shaped like a hot sauce bottle featuring a red velvety knit body, an olive green cap, and a white label with green embroidered 'HOT' text. It is filled with recycled polyester and measures 16 x 6.75 inches (41 x 17 cm). Suitable as an accent pillow for sofas, chairs, or beds.
- Material
- Soft velvety knit, recycled polyester fill
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Throw Pillows
Color
Size
Specifications
A soft, whimsical cushion shaped like a hot sauce, made with velvety knit and recycled polyester fill.
Soft velvety knit with recycled polyester fill. Shaped like a hot sauce for a playful decor accent.
- Material
- Soft velvety knit, recycled polyester fill
- Occasion
- party, gift, everyday
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Throw Pillows
Additional Attributes
- Simons Maison exclusive
- Designed in Canada
- Shaped like a hot sauce
- Soft velvety knit
- Recycled polyester fill
- Dimensions: 41 x 17 cm
- Bold
- Playful
- Joyful
- Whimsical
Product Insights
As a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, the Hot Sauce Velvety Knit Cushion is a small-batch decorative accent with a velvety knit that feels smoother and softer than embroidered alternatives. Its 41x17 cm size fits the Solid+Textures+Pattern pillow recipe and suits accent chairs, kitchen stools, or layering for decorative leaning. The recycled polyester fill, made from post-consumer PET bottles, diverts plastic waste and reduces carbon emissions by 60-70% compared to virgin material while matching it in loft retention and softness. Over time, the fill may compress and soften the shape, but fluffing, brushing, or washing can restore it; pile compression reverses with brushing, and minor pilling is removable with a fabric shaver. It is designed as a playful accent, not for prolonged back support.
- Styling formula
Its velvety knit and shape fit the Solid+Textures+Pattern pillow recipe, as a Simons Maison exclusive.
Why this is supported
As a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, this cushion's velvety knit texture allows it to serve as the 'Texture' element in a classic pillow arrangement formula:
Solid + Textures + Pattern. It never fails!
guitarandlace.com. Its elongated shape also follows the interior-design rule to
VARY SIZES AND SHAPES: For visual interest you want your pillows to vary in shape and size (i.e. mix in round, lumbar, and square pillows in different sizes)
stylebyemilyhenderson.com. Unlike embroidered food cushions that emphasize graphic labels —
The vibrant colors and embroidered details capture the essence of a classic condiment
shopmy.us— the uniform velvety finish positions it as a pure texture piece that works well in interiors favoring texture over detailed graphics.
- Placement
Its 41x17 cm size suits accent chairs and kitchen stools as a compact décor accent, intended for decorative leaning.
Why this is supported
With its 41×17 cm footprint, the cushion falls within the recommended 12×20 to 14×20 inch range for accent-chair lumbar cushions:
On accent chairs, we prefer to use smaller lumbars typically in sizes 12×20 or 14×20
meganmolten.com. Its hot-sauce shape lends itself to kitchen color pops —
Cushions are the easiest way to upgrade your kitchen with color, pattern, and texture
tastingtable.com— and its compact scale prevents it from overwhelming small seats, unlike oversized food pillows described as having
a 47.24L x 10.24W inch length and width
thinkingreviews.com. The recycled polyester fill is
comfortable for decorative leaning but not a firm support cushion
How firm is the filling? Is it comfortable for leaning against, or purely decorative?and
Once the filling is sealed inside a soft toy, the difference between recycled and first-use polyester is essentially unnoticeable
lilyandgeorge.com.au, confirming its role as a decorative accent.
- Care
Velvety pile compression reverses with brushing; minor pilling is removable with a fabric shaver.
Why this is supported
Regular use may flatten the velvet pile, but
Most perceived “wear” on velvet is actually compression that responds to proper maintenance
hnleading.com, and the plushness returns with gentle brushing. Should pilling occur,
Fabric shavers safely remove pills
hnleading.comwithout damaging the knit surface.
- Sustainability
Recycled polyester fill diverts PET bottles from landfills and reduces carbon emissions by 60-70% vs virgin.
Why this is supported
The filling is 100% recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic:
Recycled polyester, made by processing existing plastic — most commonly PET bottles — into new fibre
lilyandgeorge.com.au. This process reduces carbon emissions:
~1.5–2.5 kg CO₂e per kg—60–70% lower than virgin
vnpolyfiber.comThe cushion's velvety knit cover allows it to serve as the 'textures' element in a 'Solid + Textures + Pattern' pillow arrangement:
Now, I have a method to my throw pillow madness: Solid + Textures + Pattern. It never fails!
guitarandlace.comCompared to some competing hot sauce pillows with embroidered detailing, this version offers a uniform smooth hand-feel; one review of an embroidered competitor notes:
The vibrant colors and embroidered details capture the essence of a classic condiment.
shopmy.usThe recycled polyester fill is lightweight and functionally equivalent to virgin fill, easing repositioning:
Once the filling is sealed inside a soft toy, the difference between recycled and first-use polyester is essentially unnoticeable.
lilyandgeorge.com.au- Carbon footprint
Recycled fill emits 60-70% less CO2e than virgin.
Why this is supported
A leading recycled-fiber manufacturer reports that recycled polyester fill has a carbon footprint of
~1.5–2.5 kg CO₂e per kg—60–70% lower than virgin
vnpolyfiber.com, confirming a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
- Waste diversion
Fill is made from post-consumer PET bottles, diverting plastic from landfills.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester fill originates from post-consumer PET bottles, as explained by a sustainable-textile resource:
Recycled polyester, made by processing existing plastic — most commonly PET bottles — into new fibre
lilyandgeorge.com.au, meaning each cushion keeps plastic waste out of landfills.
- Performance equivalence
Recycled fill matches virgin in loft retention after washing and overall softness.
Why this is supported
Technical analysis shows recycled polyester fill performs equivalently to virgin:
Equivalent—no measurable difference in pillow fill loft retention after laundering
vnpolyfiber.com, and
Once the filling is sealed inside a soft toy, the difference between recycled and first-use polyester is essentially unnoticeable.
lilyandgeorge.com.auThese sources confirm no compromise in softness or resilience.
- Shape retention
Fill compresses over time, softening the shape; designed as playful accent.
Why this is supported
The recycled polyester fill starts with the same performance as virgin:
Once the filling is sealed inside a soft toy, the difference between recycled and first-use polyester is essentially unnoticeable.
lilyandgeorge.com.auHowever, with regular use, the fill compresses, as the Q&A warns:
The recycled polyester fill will compress with regular use and may cause the shape to soften over time
Will the hot sauce shape hold its structure over time with regular use, or does it tend to sag?The velvety knit exterior helps maintain the outline, but
some flattening is expected
Will the hot sauce shape hold its structure over time with regular use, or does it tend to sag?The cushion is
designed more as a playful accent than for prolonged back support
How firm is the filling? Is it comfortable for leaning against, or purely decorative?And its recycled fill has a reduced carbon footprint:
~1.5–2.5 kg CO₂e per kg—60–70% lower than virgin
vnpolyfiber.com- Maintenance
Fluffing, brushing, or washing can restore shape after compression.
Why this is supported
The Q&A recommends care:
For best longevity, use it as an accent piece and fluff occasionally.
Will the hot sauce shape hold its structure over time with regular use, or does it tend to sag?For the velvety pile,
Most perceived “wear” on velvet is actually compression that responds to proper maintenance.
hnleading.comAnd after washing, the recycled polyester fill retains its loft equivalently:
Equivalent—no measurable difference in pillow fill loft retention after laundering
vnpolyfiber.com- Layering fit
41×17 cm size works as a decorative throw pillow for layering.
Why this is supported
At 41×17 cm (16×6.75 in), this cushion's dimensions place it in compact throw-pillow territory, distinct from oversized 3D food pillows:
You’ll get a 47.24L x 10.24W inch length and width, weighing about 2.59 pounds, with soft PP cotton filling.
thinkingreviews.comIt also fits the recommended small lumbar size for accent chairs:
On accent chairs, we prefer to use smaller lumbars typically in sizes 12×20 or 14×20
meganmolten.comThe unconventional bottle shape automatically becomes the sculptural element that breaks up standard square pillows, aligning with the design rule to vary shapes:
VARY SIZES AND SHAPES: For visual interest you want your pillows to vary in shape and size (i.e. mix in round, lumbar, and square pillows in different sizes).
stylebyemilyhenderson.comIts compact size also works as a non-permanent color accent on kitchen chairs:
Cushions are the easiest way to upgrade your kitchen with color, pattern, and texture.
tastingtable.comAnd it is intended as a playful accent rather than a supportive back cushion:
This cushion has a recycled polyester fill, which provides a soft, plush feel — comfortable for decorative leaning but not a firm support cushion. It’s designed more as a playful accent than for prolonged back support.
How firm is the filling? Is it comfortable for leaning against, or purely decorative?Catalog verified that
At 41 x 17 cm (16 x 6.75 inches), this hot sauce cushion is scaled as a decorative throw pillow, distinct from the many oversized 3D food pillows like the 47.24-inch Yookeer bread cushion that serve as body pillows or lounging cushions — making it better suited to layering on a sofa or bed without dominating the space
How it compares to other food-shaped cushions — compact_throw_pillow_scale. It also aligns with the
VARY SIZES AND SHAPES
stylebyemilyhenderson.commethod, and according to
, the cushion's footprint fits that range.
- Exclusivity
Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada, a small-batch piece distinct from mass-market food cushions.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that
Designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive, this cushion carries a small-batch design identity that sets it apart from the mass-market food pillows found on general retailer platforms
How it compares to other food-shaped cushions — simons_maison_exclusive_design.
- Intended use
Designed as a decorative accent, not for prolonged back support.
Why this is supported
Catalog confirmed that the cushion is
designed more as a playful accent than for prolonged back support
How firm is the filling? Is it comfortable for leaning against, or purely decorative?, and that
The recycled polyester fill will compress with regular use and may cause the shape to soften over time
Will the hot sauce shape hold its structure over time with regular use, or does it tend to sag?.
- Texture
Velvety knit is smoother and softer than embroidered alternatives.
Why this is supported
Research shows the Simons Maison cushion's uniform velvety knit provides a constant, smooth plushness, whereas the George Home alternative's embroidered detailing creates raised, ridged texture.
The George Home hot sauce bottle cushion uses embroidered detailing for its label and cap accents, while this Simons Maison version trades stitching for a uniform velvety knit surface, resulting in a smoother, more continuous plush hand-feel that emphasizes softness over textured decoration.
How it compares to other food-shaped cushions — velvety_knit_vs_embroidered_finishesThis confirms the tactile difference is a deliberate design choice emphasizing softness.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A soft plush cushion shaped like a hot sauce bottle with a red velvety body, a green fabric cap, and a white diamond label with green embroidered border and the word HOT.
- Bottle silhouetteUpright bottle-shaped cushion with a tapered neck and a rounded rectangular body; top forms a short cylindrical cap section.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.68 (high) - Cap material and colorShort cap section at the bottle top in a muted olive green fabric, distinct from the red body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.12 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Body texture and finishMain body covered in a velvety knit or plush fabric in bright red with visible nap and slight sheen variations across surfaces.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.24 · w 0.39 · h 0.60 (high) - Seam linesVisible stitched seam running along the bottle side and curved sewing lines shaping the neck and shoulder area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.50 (medium) - Label shapeWhite diamond-shaped fabric patch sewn onto the front of the bottle body with a green embroidered border.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.56 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high) - Front text“HOT”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.62 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Cushion is photographed on a bed or sofa with pale beige and black horizontally striped bedding, a blue cushion at right, and soft directional lighting casting shadows.
- Striped backgroundPale beige fabric with evenly spaced thin horizontal black stripes covers the background and surface where the product rests.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.84 (high) - Secondary cushion propBlue textured cushion partially visible to the right of the product, providing context and contrast.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the left casts gentle shadows to the right and below the bottle cushion, highlighting fabric nap.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the cushion placed leaning slightly back on the striped surface with the label facing forward and tilted toward the camera.
Colors
bright red· bodyolive green· cap and label embroidery#ADA39Cwhite· label background- Bottle silhouetteUpright bottle-shaped cushion with a tapered neck and a rounded rectangular body; top forms a short cylindrical cap section.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a plush cushion shaped like a bottle with a red velvety knit cover, a small olive-green rectangular patch near the top, and a white sewn label with green embroidered lettering visible at the lower right.
- Overall shapeCushion shaped like a narrow-necked bottle or sauce bottle, visible from an angled close-up showing the curved shoulder and elongated neck.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.03 · w 0.70 · h 0.94 (high) - Main fabric and finishRed velvety knit fabric with a subtle pile and a slightly shiny, textured surface that reflects light creating brighter highlights along the curved front face.
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x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.62 · h 0.86 (high) - Top patchSmall rounded-rectangle olive-green fabric patch sewn near the top of the neck with visible stitched edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.05 · w 0.22 · h 0.09 (high) - White label panelWhite rectangular sewn panel at the lower right front of the cushion with a raised embroidered green border and green embroidered lettering partially visible.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.66 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Embroidered text fragment“Partial embroidered letters visible on the white label: HO (cropped, lower-right portion of label visible).”Partial
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x 0.76 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Seam detailVertical stitched seam runs along the left side of the cushion body following the curve of the bottle shape.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.25 · h 0.70 (high)
Other
Angled close-up shot on a dark blue fabric surface with soft directional lighting producing highlights and soft shadows; image crops the cushion so top and bottom edges extend beyond the frame.
- Background surfaceDark blue fabric surface or upholstery visible behind and beneath the cushion.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.98 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up, slightly top-down angled crop focusing on the front and right side of the cushion; top and bottom of the bottle shape are partly out of frame.
- Lighting and reflectionsDirectional soft light from upper left creating bright specular highlights on the red pile and soft shadow to the lower left.
Colors
velvety red· main body fabric#D30214olive green· top rectangular patch#8C833Cwhite· label background#F8F1F8bright olive green· label embroidery- Overall shapeCushion shaped like a narrow-necked bottle or sauce bottle, visible from an angled close-up showing the curved shoulder and elongated neck.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Charmant petit coussin!
Très bien fait, quoique plus plat que j’aurais pensé. Ce petit coussin va faire fureur comme cadeau d’hôtesse!