How to Make an Envelope Pillow Case
I’ve shown you how to make a zippered pillow case, and I love hearing that so many of you are facing your fears. I’ve shown you how to make an envelope pillow cover to update your space for any season. This is a really easy envelope pillow and such a simple way to decorate your home on a budget.
Why Envelope Pillow Covers Are Perfect for Easy Home Decor
Envelope pillow cases are a simple way to change up the look of your home, and they’re easy to make and clean in the washing machine.
Cutting out the pieces of your pillow case
You don’t need an envelope pillow cover pattern because everything is based on the size of the pillow you’re covering, making this a super simple way to cover a pillow. For example, my pillow insert is 16 inches long, so 1/2 of that equals 8 inches 5= 13 inches.
How to Sew Your Envelope Pillow Case
Step 2: Sew the top edge of your back piece together. Step 3: Fold the bottom edge over and sew along the edge to create a finished edge. Tip: Sewing these types of seams is often easier if they are ironed in place first.
Putting Your Envelope Pillow Case Together
Sew a 1/2 inch seam all the way around your pillow. Check out the fun pop of color these envelope pillow covers add to my otherwise neutral living room.
How much fabric do I need for a small pillow?
Fabric Requirements for Pillow Covers
| Dimensions (Length by Width) | Amount of Fabric Needed for 1 Pillow Cover (Using 54-inch Wide Fabric with No Pattern Matching) |
|---|---|
| 16 x 16 inches | 1/2 yard |
| 18 x 18 inches | 5/8 yard |
| 20 x 20 inches | 3/4 yard |
| 30 x 30 inches | 1 yard |
How much fabric is needed for a pillowcase?
A finished standard pillowcase should measure about 22.5 inches by 31.5 inches, allowing for fill depth, seaming, and a 4-inch hem. If the fabric is preshrunk, one yard of 45-inch-wide fabric should be enough to make one standard case.
How much bigger should a pillowcase be than the pillow?
If you’re buying a ready-made pillowcase, choose one that’s 1/2 to 1 inch longer than the pillow length and 2 1/2 to 4 inches wider than the pillow width.
What is the coolest fabric for pillow cases?
The Top 5 Fabrics for Cooling Pillowcases
- OVERVIEW.
- SHEEX Breezy Cooling Pillowcases. OVERVIEW.
- Snuggle-Pedic Zipper Bamboo Pillow Cover. OVERVIEW.
- WonderHome Cooling Tencel Bamboo Rayon, Silky -Soft Satin Pillowcase. OVERVIEW.
- Great Bay Home Extra Soft Heather Jersey Knit (T-Shirt) Pillowcases. OVERVIEW.
- WonderHome Cooling Tencel Bamboo Rayon, Silky
How much fabric do I need to make an 18 inch pillow?
To sew an 18-inch pillow cover, all you need is half a yard of 45-inch wide fabric.
How do I calculate how much fabric I need?
Use this formula to figure out how much fabric you’ll need:
- The number of pieces that fit into width (rounded down to the whole number) equals the width of fabric divided by the width of one piece. The total number of pieces divided by the number of pieces that fit into width equals the number of rows you need.
How much should I charge for sewing pillows?
Sewing Pillows or Cushions On average, a seamstress will charge anywhere from $15 to $50 for making pillows, depending on the size and design of the pillows; if the design is standard and no special details are required, we won’t be able to charge too much.
How do you cut fabric for pillowcases?
Pillowcase Instructions
- Start by cutting two identical size pieces of fabric, each 29.5 inches long and 21 inches wide.
- Fold fabric, iron, pin, and sew.
- Pin the pieces together and sew.
- Flip the pillowcase right side out and it’s ready to use.
How do you hand stitch a pillowcase?
How To Hand Sew A Pillow Case Step-by-Step
- Step 1: Choose Fabric. The best part is picking out the fabric.
- Step 2: Cut Fabric.
- Step 3: Fold Fabric.
- Step 4: Pin (Font and Back) sides Together.
- Step 5: Sew.
- Step 6: Cut off the thread.
- Step 7: Insert Pillow.
What size is a standard pillow case?
| Pillow Case Sizes Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| Standard Pillow Case Size | King Pillow Case Size | |
| Size Range | Length: 20-21″ Width: 30-32″ | Length: 20-21″ Width: 36-41″ |
How do you make a 16 inch pillow cover?
Sewing a Pillow Cover for a 16-by-16-Inch Pillow Form
- Begin by locating or purchasing a 16-inch-by-16-inch pillow form.
- Cut a 16-inch-by-16-inch piece of fabric.
- Cut two more 16-inch-by-11-inch pieces of fabric.
- Fold one long end of each back panel over an approximate quarter-inch.
- Stitch the little folds down from the above picture.