Sep 1, 2011

Pillow Covers Tutorial


This is a great way to revive any room - or gift any friend!
Easy and Tasteful - and cheaper to mail than most gifts!:)
This pattern is for a Square Pillow Cover
18 " x 18 " 

 
Front Fabric -
Purchase   18 3/4" x 18 3/4" ---I suggest going to the home decor and picking out the thicker tapestry fabrics used for curtains and covering cushions - they have tons of GREAT DESIGNS!  

(You can do any size you want though!   Look at your pillow forms, make up your own size, cover any boring cushion and measure it! Then cut the two back pieces just about 3-4 inches shorter on the width)


Back Fabric -
Purchase 2 pieces measured:
  • first back piece  - 13 3/4" x 18 3/4"
  • second back piece -  13 3/4" x 18 3/4"
I like to use the thicker tapestry fabric for the back also


  1. Cut both back pieces

Fold in 2-3" and iron, then sew thefold down


Set fabrics front and both backs right sides together overlapping back pieces


Pin in Place
Sew 3/4" seam all the way around and then clip the corners

Turn right side out  - YOU ARE DONE!!!:)




The pillow shown had a wool felt front and a tapestry fabric for the back. 
It measures 17" x 20". 
cut front - 17" x 20" of black wool felt
cut 2 back pieces - 17" x 16"
wool felt circles - 3" large cirlces, 2 3/4" small circles


If you would rather just buy one I found a great shop with style and low prices!

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