How to Make an Envelope Pillow Cover

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In this sewing tutorial I show you how to make a super easy envelope pillow cover. This is a great beginner project that any child or adult can make. If you have old throw pillows on your couch and want to revamp your home decor these would be great to make and you can whip up a bunch in no time! In this tutorial I also walk you through the technique I use to make sure my pillows fit perfectly inside the cover and there is sagging. I show you what measurements you should use for cutting your fabric and how to make the fabric overlap on the back of your completed pillow cover. This is a beginner sewing tutorial and does not require any additional notions like buttons, zipper, clasps, etc. All you need is the fabric you want to use and matching thread! Happy sewing!
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Sewing the pipping to you irregular shaped slipcover cushion can be a tricky step. Learn to sew the piping to your slipcover correctly with expert tips in this free sewing video. Expert: Karen Weisman Bio: Karen Weisman graduated from Boston University with a degree in Hotel and Food Management. Since then, she has helped a national grocery store chain develop and launch a gourmet food division. Filmmaker: Karen Weisman
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TheCraftyGemini
January 7, 2012 at 10:09 PM

awesome! Glad to help. :o)

rkjmp
January 7, 2012 at 10:26 PM

Fantastic! Thanks for this easy to follow tutorial. My son is so impressed with his pre-school pillowcase! I'm about to try your drawstring bag after watching that tutorial too =)

amy1w1
January 7, 2012 at 10:42 PM

I did mine by hand sewing and it took me four hours!

TheCraftyGemini
January 7, 2012 at 11:02 PM

Glad to help!

TheCraftyGemini
January 7, 2012 at 11:40 PM

Yes, it can be done by hand it would just take longer, obviously.

TheCraftyGemini
January 8, 2012 at 12:27 AM

haha.. it is very addictive! Have fun!

TheCraftyGemini
January 8, 2012 at 1:01 AM

Glad you did too! Thanks! :o)

floyde91
January 8, 2012 at 1:27 AM

Thank you so much! so glad I found your channel!

TheCraftyGemini
January 8, 2012 at 1:50 AM

Thanks! Glad to help. Check out the rest of my videos. I have a ton of projects for beginners. :o)

meganeyful
January 8, 2012 at 2:41 AM

Brilliant!  Finally a video I can easily follow. Surprisingly quick and easy! Thank you so much :)

amy1w1
January 8, 2012 at 2:45 AM

This is brilliant! I knew it would be simple but I still needed it spelt out to me as I'm not a sewer :) this could get addictive!

bobon1976
January 8, 2012 at 3:31 AM

can you do this hand sew

Mandy Bishop
January 8, 2012 at 4:08 AM

Thank you so much all of my envelope pillow cases i buy at the store never fit my pillows they are too big and end up looking messy,
With this my pillows fit perfectly and my room looks amazing thank you sooo much!! keep up the good work

TheCraftyGemini
January 8, 2012 at 4:21 AM

No problem! Glad to help.

DIMDEB
January 8, 2012 at 4:33 AM

You are a great teacher! The steps are simple and well explained. Thanks for posting this!!

TheCraftyGemini
January 8, 2012 at 5:25 AM

No problem. Glad to help!

hobbieswithtina
January 8, 2012 at 5:54 AM

I am making pillows for a lady in church I am going to do it this way I hope thanks so much

Limor Rosen
January 8, 2012 at 6:07 AM

Hi
I just loved your video.. I started looking into the world of sewing and I hope to be able to sew many things.. I know I will make this pillow case....
Thanks a lot from me-
Limor from Israel.. Hope to win....the give away..

mrschevymom53
January 8, 2012 at 6:57 AM

Good job love your posts

galochasroxas
January 8, 2012 at 7:45 AM

I already used this video to make 4 cushion covers! The only problem was converting from inches to centimeters... so my first cover came out a little loose.Your instructions are very easy to follow though, love them!

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