How do you make homemade pillow covers?

How to Make an Easy DIY Pillow Cover

1. Decide on the Size. I first decided what size to make my pillows.
2. Measure your Fabric.
3. Cut Your Fabric.
4. Iron Your Fabric.
5. Start Sewing!
6. Cut the Corners Off.
7. Turn Your Pillow Inside Out, Stuff it, Fluff it and Enjoy!

How much fabric do I need to cover a 20×20 pillow?

Sizing Up Fabric Needs for Pillow Covers

How many yards of fabric do I need for a 24×24 pillow?

Fabric Needed For 24×24 Pillow Even though there is only 8 inches difference between the 16 by 16 inch and the 24 by 24 inch pillows, you are going to need almost 1 yard more of material to make a pillowcase for the latter size. 1.33 to be exact, give or take a few inches.

Which pillow stuffing is best?

Hungarian goose down (otherwise known as European white goose down) is considered to be the best quality. These down clusters are pure white and larger than most other types. A real down pillow contains down only — no feathers. Frequently “down” is sold as a combination of down and feather fill.

Can you use old clothes as pillow stuffing?

If using old towels, linens and clothing, ensure the items are washed prior to cutting them into bits for the pillow stuffing. Avoid denim, because it is a heavy fabric that’s not well suited as pillow filling.

How to make a pillow cover in 10 minutes?

Making a 10 Minute DIY Pillow Cover I started out by cutting out just one single piece of fabric per pillow and quickly ironing it in these few key places. These were the measurements to make a 16″ pillow. Add a few inches accordingly for larger pillows.

What’s the easiest way to make a Christmas pillow?

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Can you make a no sew pillow cover?

There is no sewing involved, the fabric I used has a retro floral feel. See the details here. Add pretty details and a pop of color to any room with a simple no sew pillow cover project – then add pom pom trim to make it really fun! Read the instructions. Learn how to make no-sew pillows from placemats with an easy step by step tutorial.

How big does a pillow cover need to be?

I started out by cutting out just one single piece of fabric per pillow and quickly ironing it in these few key places. These were the measurements to make a 16″ pillow. Add a few inches accordingly for larger pillows. I just made sure the center portion was 16″ and didn’t worry too much about the two outside pieces.