How to Make a Pin Tuck Duvet Cover
A pin tuck duvet cover makes a bed look comfortable and inviting. The way the pin tucks gather the fabric makes the comforter look more fluffy and practically begs you to climb into bed for a good night's sleep. While pin tuck duvets are inviting and warm, they can also cost a pretty penny. Fortunately, if you can sew, you can make your own for the price of two flat sheets and a little bit of your time. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 2 flat sheets, the size of your bed
- Measuring tape
- Tailor's chalk or disappearing ink marker
- Hand sewing needle
- Embroidery floss
- Scissors
- Straight pins
- Matching thread
- Sewing machine
- Comforter
Instructions
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Lay one sheet out on a flat surface with the wrong side up. The floor or a very large table will work. Starting 6 inches from the top edge and 6 inches in from one side, draw small dots with the chalk or marker every 6 inches across the width of the sheet. Make another row of dots 6 inches below the first and continue to make rows of dots down the length of the sheet. Make sure you space them evenly, 6 inches apart. Repeat on the other sheet.
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Thread the needle with the embroidery floss. Gather the fabric into folds by the first dot so that the dot is at the tip of a fold. Push the needle and floss through the gathered fabric, about 3/4 inch below the dot. Wrap the thread around the gathered fabric, then push it through the wrapped-around thread to make a knot. Trim the thread with the scissors. Repeat with the remaining dots.
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Place one sheet on top of the other, with the right sides together. Pin together on three sides, leaving the bottom open.
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Sew the sheets together with the sewing machine and thread; allow for a 1/2-inch seam. Turn the duvet right side out and slide your comforter inside.
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