Things You'll Need:
- Fabric 45 inches wide - 2 yards standard, 2 1/4 yards queen, 2 ½ yards king
- Matching thread
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Straight pins
- Large sewing ruler or yardstick
- Fabric marking pencil
- Iron
- Lace or satin ribbon (optional)
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Step 1
Decide on the pillowcase size that you want to make, and purchase the fabric and matching thread.
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Step 2
Measure and cut the correct amount of fabric for the size pillowcase you are making. See "Tips" for the size fabric pieces you'll need for your pillowcase project.
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Step 3
Fold the fabric piece in half lengthwise, with the finished side of the fabric on the inside. You will now have a long piece of folded fabric.
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Step 4
Sew the fabric together along the long side and on one of the short ends. Turn the pillowcase so the right side is now facing out.
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Step 5
Use a zigzag or serge stitch around the entire open end of the fabric to stop the edges from fraying. Make sure not to sew the top of the pillowcase closed.
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Step 6
Make a ½-inch hem on the open side of the pillowcase, by folding the fabric down toward the inside of the pillowcase. Iron the hem flat and sew a straight stitch to keep the hem in place.
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Step 7
Pin a four-inch hem that you have folded down toward the inside of the pillowcase. Sew around the bottom edge of the pillowcase, using top stitching, which is also called a straight stitch. Add lace or satin ribbon over the hem stitching if desired.
