Pillowcases are fun to make and a great project for the absolute beginner! This pillowcase tutorial is so quick and easy that you’ll be finding yourself making pillowcases for everyone! In this simple tutorial you’ll learn how to sew a pillowcase for beginners.
Easy Pillowcase Pattern For Beginners
Ever wondered how to sew a pillowcase? Turns out, it’s one of the easiest and most enjoyable sewing projects I made and great for beginners to practice their skills. In this pillowcase tutorial I’ll teach you how to make a very simple and basic pillowcase perfect even for the ultimate beginner!
Most of my pillows are the standard size so I can normally find pillowcases for with no problems. Except for one which happens to be my most favorite. In fact, in the recent year I’ve noticed that every time I’m away and rest my head on a different pillow I basically end up with no sleep. I’m addicted to my beloved pillow!
SEE MY MOST RECENT VIDEOS HEREMy mom made it for me and I’ve been using it for years and it looks as if is new. So this pillowcase tutorial is for that particular pillowcase size that fits my beloved pillow but the principle is quite the same, no matter the size. I love easy sewing ideas and this lovely project fits the bill perfectly!
This pillowcase tutorial is super quick as it takes just about half an hour to make from start to finish. It’s a great project for the absolute beginners since it doesn’t involve anything complicated, just a few straight lines and only simple stitches.
These easy sewing ideas for pillowcases can also make an awesome gift and are a great addition to your DIY home decor. Not to mention a wonderful way to clean up your fabric scraps stash (I know you already got that stash even if you just started sewing! these babies are magic!). Here’s how to make a simple pillowcase!
Pillowcase Tutorial
Materials:
- fabric for cuff (I used 100% cotton, similar here) – for my pillow my measures where 12″ x 35″ = 30 cm x 90 cm
- fabric for main body (100% cotton, similar here) – my measures where 18″ x 35″ = 45 cm x 90 cm
- scissors
- fabric marker
- measuring tape or long ruler
- pins
- sewing machine
- iron
Directions:
- Wash, dry and iron your fabric.
- Fold fabrics in half for easy cut of your rectangles.
- Fold the cuff in half, lengthwise and iron down the fold.
- Match up the raw edges of your cuff withe the right side of your pillowcase body, pin and sew with a 1/2″ allowance. Serge or zig zag to finish the seam.
- Iron out your seam.
- Add a top stitch, about 1/8″ over from your seam edge. This is optional but it adds extra strength to the seam and I love the decorative look.
- Fold this big rectangle in half and match up the sides and bottom of the pillowcase, with fabric right sides together. Pin and sew all the way down the side and bottom.
- When you reach the corner, lift the foot, pivot the fabric and continue sewing.
- Serge or zig zag the seams.
- Turn the pillowcase right side out, making sure to push the corners all the way out.
- Iron the seams flat.
- You’re done! You are now the proud owner of one fun looking pillow! Don’t you just love easy sewing ideas like this one?
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Samantha says
These measurements didn’t work for me- the unfolded fabric can’t be only 35″ wide. That doesn’t fit a standard pillow (it’s not 17.5″ wide.
For a beginner, the instructions were too confusing. I’m now partway into the tutorial and have ruined the only fabric I have. It’s not wide enough and I can’t get more fabric (it was specialty).
Petro says
Hello. Thanks for stopping by and for your interest in my tutorial. I am sorry you had a bad experience but this is only due to you not reading the whole article.
I did mention this in the article: “Most of my pillows are the standard size so I can find pillowcases for them with no problems. Except for one which happens to be my most favorite. My mom made it for me and I’ve been using it for years, I simply can’t sleep if my head rests on other pillows. So this pillowcase tutorial is for an easy pillowcase that fits my beloved pillow but the principle is quite the same, no matter the size. “
I also mentioned this in the material listing: “fabric for cuff (I used 100% cotton, similar here) – for my pillow my measures where 12″ x 35″ = 30 cm x 90 cm; fabric for main body (100% cotton, similar here) – my measures where 18″ x 35″ = 45 cm x 90 cm”
Once you read these, it makes sense to measure your own pillow and adjust the tutorial to fit your measurements which is extremely easy even for the ultimate sewer.
Again, I’m sorry for your experience but to avoid this kind of issues in the future, I advise reading a tutorial thoroughly before proceeding to working on the project.
Have a good day!
Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique says
I love the fabrics you used for your pillowcase Petro. It now has such a lovely cottage look!!
Thanks for sharing your tutorial on Shabbilicious Friday this week. I’m delighted to be featuring this project at tomorrow’s party. Hugs _ Kerryanne
Petro says
Thanks so much, Kerryanne! You’re too sweet 🙂 xoxo
Jessica says
This turned out so nicely! I have been wanting to make some pillowcases for a while now!
Petro says
Thanks so much Jessica! xoxo
Shirley says
These pillow cases are easy enough to make stacks for charity. #BestIdeaEver
Lisa Silfwerbrand says
I loooove this pillowcase Petro! The fabrics you chose are perfect and there is something so lovely about crisp, new linens! Thank you so much for linking it up to our Bewitchin’ Projects Block Party last week! You are one of my Features over at Recreated Designs tomorrow. Hugs, Lisa
Marilyn says
Your fabric is absolutely gorgeous! Thanks so much for the great tutorial! Pinned & Stumbled! 🙂
Petro says
Thanks so much, Marilyn! xoxo