King Size Pillowcase Pattern

I made a standard size pillowcase for a thin pillow.

King size pillowcase pattern.

You can make this pillowcase pattern a bit larger for queen or king size pillows by adding a few inches to the length and width. I can teach you how to make a perfect pillowcase using my burrito method and this pillowcase pattern. The average size of a king size pillow is 28 inches by 20 inches. To make a queen or king size pillowcase or even one for a fatter fluffier down pillow that s standard size you will need 1 1 4 yard 1 1 2 yard and you will need to adjust the measurements accordingly.

And remember to use the dimensions up above to decide what size pillow case to make. 20 x 36 pillowcase size vs pillow size. We are assuming the following pillow measurements. First up the basic pillow case.

Make custom pillowcases for your dog or cat. King size pillows are comfortable for pets to lay on. September 24 2016 at 7 43 am. If you plan on having a fitted sham allow an extra inch for each side so you ll have room for your seams.

Store your sheet sets inside a king size pillowcase. To make a pillowcase you will need. Do you have the yardage for the fabric amount to make a king and body pillow. This gives a bit of room around the pillow allowing for easier insertion of the pillow into the pillowcase.

Most king size cases have a 3 inch to 4 inch wide hem. This is a pillowcase that will fit a twin or full size pillow. Place both sheets and the second pillowcase together into the remaining pillowcase. Next you ll sew a french seam on those sides you just cut so you have a nice finished edge.

The 40 cut will be across the width of the fabric and the 50 cut will run parallel to the selvage so if you are using a one way design you may need to make adjustments. I like to fold my pillow case in half selvages touching as it is easier to measure and cut the 40 length. Also for the size to cut out for each size. This means trimming to the 20 5 mark on my ruler when folded in half.

Learn how to make a pillowcase with a pretty border and durable french seams. 1 yard of cotton fabric note. This tutorial will show you how to make a pillowcase in 3 sizes standard que. King cases are typically 21 inches by 40 inches.

If you plan on having an extra edging of material around the sides be sure to allow a couple of extra inches for this. 1 1 2 yards cut 1 rectangle 40 x 50 note.