I looked everywhere to find something similar – Home Goods, TJ Maxx, Pottery Barn, Target, etc. No luck – none to be found. So after weeks of searching, I decided to make them myself. I am not sure why I didn’t think of this originally as making pillow cases is truly one of the simplest sewing projects I have ever completed.
Supplies:
Makes two standard size pillow cases
Fabric – 2 yards of 44” wide
Sewing machine
Yardstick or ruler
Thread
Scissors
Pins
Making the Pillow Cases:
Wash and dry your fabric – an important step not to be skipped!
Cut fabric into two approximately 1 yard x 44” wide pieces. Your fabric may be slightly smaller due to shrinking during the washing and drying process.
Fold fabric in half lengthwise with right sides together making a 36” x 22” rectangle.
Pin and sew along two edges using ½” seam allowance. Since I do not have a serger, I also sewed around a second time about ¼” from the edge to reinforce the seams.
Finish remaining raw edge (pillow case opening) by turning under ½” and sewing. Turn pillow case right side out.
To create a cuffed edge, fold the finished edge of the pillow case back approximately 6” and then fold the cuff back on itself making a 3” cuff.
Pin in place and sew ¼” from the opening edge of the pillow case and ¼” from the folded edge.
Place over pillow and enjoy!
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So fresh and pretty! Love these!
ReplyDeleteLove those pillow cases, I love plaid and quilting, so definite winners!
ReplyDeleteLooks great!
ReplyDeleteThose pillow slips turned out great!
ReplyDeleteI like the plaid and color (red,white,blue)
Those pillow cases or shams are soooo cute! I love them...great job. I wish I knew how to sew!!
ReplyDeleteThey turned out so great! You've inspired to me take a look at my pillowcases and work on some new ones! :)
ReplyDeletePlaid is so warm. Great tutorial. I think I could even do this. I use stitch witch LOL! I can't sew well, and do not have a sewing machine. May have to someday. Have a great weekend, and thanks for stopping over.
ReplyDeleteLove the madras plaid for the pillow cases! I used the same thing in my boys' nursery years ago. Classic!
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