How do I sew pillow cases?

Question

I am only 14 so my mom would KILL me if I tore up any cusions so plz dont suggest that. I dont know how to sew but i think that pillow cases are pretty easy. Can anyone tell me step by step how to sew a pillow case? plz?

Answer 1

Here's a quick search for you on how to make pillowcases.

Check the sites out and see which one you can understand.

http://aolsearch.aol.com/aol/search?encq...

And here are some easy beginners sewing lessons:

http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com/expl...

Have fun learning to sew.  Does your mom sew if not maybe a grandmother could help you out too.

Answer 2

I'm guessing you mean the type used for pillows on your bed, though your question is a little bit vague.  Measure around your pillow shortwise and lengthwise.  Add 2" (5cm) to the shortwise measurement.  Add 10" (25cm) to the lengthwise measurement, then divide it in two -- round up if needs be to get a whole number.  Cut a rectangle that size.  (If your pillow measured 32" around shortwise and 50" around lengthwise, you'd cut a rectangle 34" x 30" or so.)  

Fold it in half lengthwise.  (In the example, your rectangle would now be 17" x 30".)  Sew up the bottom and side seams.   Fold the top down about 4" and turn the edge under just a bit.  Do this so the seams stay out of sight.  Pin in place, and then sew the seam.  Turn rightside out.   Insert pillow.

Answer 3

A basic pillow case for a bed is made from a two rectangles.

Measure your pillow.  Add four inches to both the width.  This will allow room for the pillow.  Add 8 inches to the length this will allow room plus extra to turn under for a wide hem.

Put the two rectangles of fabric together. Be sure the good sides of the fabric are together.  Stitch both long sides (the length).  Stitch only one short side (The width).  

Now the edge that is open needs to be hemmed.  Turn the fabric over 1/2 inch (towards the bad side of the fabric) and press with an iron.  Then turn over another two inches and press.  Stitch the turned over section down.

Now you have a pillow case.