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Here's a good gift idea for almost ANYONE on your Christmas list: A Pillow Case. For one standard size pillow case, purchase one yard of cotton fabric. I buy remnants usually for just a dollar or two a yard.
1. Fold fabric lengthwise, right sides together. Stitch across one end and along one long side.
2. Zig-zag around the top of the case.
3. Fold hem and iron under 1/2".
4. Fold hem and iron under 4" and sew in place using a straight stitch. After that, you can add any decorative touches you want--ribbons, embroidery, etc.
By Mary Ellen
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RE: Pillow Case: VERY Easy to Sew Gift Idea.
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Post By Laura (Guest Post)
(02/22/2008)
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You don't have to use a serger my PFD teacher is making us beginners use scissors to trim the sides, because if you are not careful you can cut an unwanted slit in your fabric!
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Post By JoAnn (Guest Post)
(12/05/2007)
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Would be extremely helpful if you could provide finished measurements not only for standard size but also queen and king size pillowcases.
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Post By denise wulfe (Guest Post)
(11/06/2007)
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Has anyone ever googled "making pillowcases"? Everyone claims they are so easy! One site claims they are the easiest project, BUT you need a serger machine, okay that pillowcase should cost me about $400.00-$700.00. Other sites have at least 15 steps, other only give you queen size. Thank this site for it's easy to understand 4 step method, it saved tons of money on the purchased of that serger, DUR
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RE: Pillow Case: VERY Easy to Sew Gift Idea.
These are all excellent ideas, thank you. I plan on giving a set of 4 pillow cases to my inlaws. Pillowcases often wear out quickly and sheet sets usually only provide 2. I sleep with 2 pillows myself.
http://www.teapotcottage.com
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If you want to make several pillow cases of the same print or character, consider purchasing a twin bed sheet set on sale. It might be cheaper than buying the fabric by the yard.
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My mother has made quite a few special "character" pillow cases for my kids. Blues Clues, SpongeBob, Scooby, Etc. My oldest child suggested making holiday themed pillow cases. You could also use flannel (prewash), satin, any fabric that suits you. Sometimes these pillow cases cost almost as much for the character fabric as to purchase a ready made pillow case, but those lack the love. My kids are happy to use a pillow case sewn especially for them by Grammy.
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Post By Lucille Gifford (Guest Post)
(11/04/2004)
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Before discarding an old sheet, you may find there is enough material in good condition along the bottom edge or sides to make a pillow case or two.
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