{"id":3208,"date":"2022-07-28T07:15:01","date_gmt":"2022-07-28T07:15:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ifoxany.com\/?p=3208"},"modified":"2022-07-28T07:26:24","modified_gmt":"2022-07-28T07:26:24","slug":"how-much-fabric-for-a-pillowcase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ifoxany.com\/index.php\/2022\/07\/28\/how-much-fabric-for-a-pillowcase\/","title":{"rendered":"How much fabric for a pillowcase?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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If you\u2019re planning on making some gorgeous new\u00a0bedlinen<\/a>\u00a0and need some advice on how much fabric you need, you\u2019re in the right place! A new set of sheets, duvet cover and pillowcases can instantly lift a room, giving your decor a refreshing new feel.<\/p>

It\u2019s the easiest way to revamp your bedroom without the hassle of redecorating.<\/p>

Bedlinen is a great sewing project for the beginner crafter as it uses straightforward patterns. If you\u2019re more experienced with a sewing machine you can even use an existing pillowcase as a template and not use a pattern at all.<\/p>

In this post we\u2019ll help you work out the measurements and calculate how much fabric you need to make\u00a0pillowcases<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What kind of fabric to make a DIY pillowcase?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As huge fans of\u00a0linen bedlinen<\/a>\u00a0we know how comfortable it is. We love how it keeps us cool in summer and warm in winter. And how kind it is to all the family\u2019s skin.<\/p>

Another popular natural bedlinen\u00a0material is cotton<\/a>. This will also help regulate your body temperature but isn\u2019t as sustainable a material as linen.<\/p>

Silk is a super luxurious fabric for bedding, adding a glamorous feel to your bedroom. It tends to be pretty expensive, however, so may not be for all budgets.<\/p>

Synthetic fabrics are often less suited for bedlinen. They can feel sticky against the skin and cause overheating. So, if you\u2019re making your own pillowcases for your bed we strongly recommend using natural or natural-mix fabrics.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What size pillowcase are you making?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The amount of fabric needed to make a pillowcase depends on the size of your pillows. Pillowcases come in Standard, Queen, King and Body sizes.<\/p>

A Standard size pillow measures 20 inches wide x 26 inches long.<\/p>

A Queen size pillow measures 20 inches x 30 inches.<\/p>

A King size pillow measures 20 x 36 inches.<\/p>

And a Body size pillow is 20\u2033 x 54\u2033.<\/p>

Before you start sewing a pillowcase you need to measure your pillow to get the correct dimensions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Whichever fabric you choose, here\u2019s how to work out the amount of fabric to get when making pillowcases. On average 1 yard of fabric will make one Standard size pillowcase. If you\u2019re making two pillowcases go for 2 yards, and keep increasing by one yard if making more.<\/p>

This will depend a bit on the width of the fabric. With a very wide piece of fabric you may be able to get away with fewer yards. One yard of 46\u2033 wide fabric (the most common width) is enough for one Standard size pillowcase.<\/p>

If you\u2019re not sure whether you have a King size or Queen size pillow, lie it flat on the bed. Measure the width, from the top seam to the bottom. If there are no seams on your current pillowcase, take your measuring tape the whole way around the pillow to find the width, then divide this number by two.<\/p>

It\u2019s crucial to include a seam allowance in your measurements, so make sure you\u2019ve included that when buying your main fabric. Add 1\/2\u2033 seam allowance for the width and 4-5\u2033 for the length depending on whether you\u2019re making an envelope pillowcase.<\/p>

If your fabric isn\u2019t prewashed there\u2019s a chance it could shrink after you first wash it. To prevent this, wash your fabric before cutting to make sure you get enough.<\/p>

Once you\u2019ve got the right yardage, cut two rectangular pieces. One will be longer due to the envelope flap. Use these measurements:<\/p>

Standard & Queen pillowcase<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>

Front \u2013 21 2\/8\u2033 x 37 6\/8\u2033<\/p>

Back \u2013 21 2\/8\u2033 x 31\u2033<\/p>

King size pillowcase<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>

Front \u2013 21 2\/8\u2033 x 48\u2033<\/p>

Back \u2013 21 2\/8\u2033 x 41 2\/8\u2033<\/p>

You can choose the same colour and pattern, or have contrasting front and back fabrics.<\/p>

Then you\u2019re ready to get sewing!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Simple DIY pillowcase sewing tips<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It only takes a few minutes to create a great-looking pillowcase \u2013 even if you\u2019re a beginner. Most pillowcases have envelope flaps, so we\u2019ll use this as our basis here. We\u2019ll also show you how to create French seams so there are no raw edges. For different style pillowcases you\u2019ll need to look for specialist instructions.<\/p>

Here\u2019s what to do:<\/p>

1\u3001Place your two pieces of fabric right sides facing. There will be one longer piece for the envelope flap.<\/p>

2\u3001Fold over the short side hem (folding from the wrong side) of the longer piece by 2\/8\u2033 and then again by 3\/8\u2033.<\/p>

3\u3001Iron and pin in place.<\/p>

4\u3001Repeat for the short hem of the smaller piece.<\/p>

5\u3001Sew the folded edges to create your seam.<\/p>

6\u3001Put the two pieces on top of each other, right sides facing again.<\/p>

7\u3001Fold in the overhanging envelope flap so it sits under the other piece of fabric.<\/p>

8\u3001Pin around all three edges, leaving the flap side folded in.<\/p>

9\u3001Sew these together, leaving a 2\/8\u2033 seam allowance. DON\u2019T sew up the flap side!<\/p>

10\u3001Trim off the excess seam, leaving a 1\/8\u2033 hem.<\/p>

11\u3001Turn inside out.<\/p>

12\u3001Unfold the flap to the other side.<\/p>

13\u3001Iron and pin all three sides, leaving the flap side unsewn.<\/p>

14\u3001Stitch with a 3\/8\u2033 hem.<\/p>

15\u3001Turn right side out.<\/p>

16\u3001Voila! You\u2019re ready to insert your pillow!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you\u2019re planning on making some gorgeous new bedlinen and need some advice on how much fabric you need, you\u2019re in the right place! A new set of sheets, duvet cover and pillowcases can instantly lift a room, giving your decor a refreshing new feel. It\u2019s the easiest way to revamp your bedroom without the hassle of redecorating. Bedlinen is a great sewing project for the beginner crafter as it uses straightforward patterns. If you\u2019re more experienced with a sewing machine you can even use an existing pillowcase as a template and not use a pattern at all. In this post we\u2019ll help you work out the measurements and calculate how much fabric you need to make pillowcases. What kind of fabric to make a DIY pillowcase? As huge fans of linen bedlinen we know how comfortable it is. We love how it keeps us cool in summer and warm in winter. And how kind…<\/p>\n

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