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How much fabric do I need to cover a 16×16 pillow?
fabric {1/2 yard is good for a 16 X 16 or smaller pillow}
How big do I cut fabric for a 16 pillow?
If you are using a square pillow, here are some quick measurements for you to cut your fabric: 16″ pillow: Cut the fabric 16″ x 36″; 17″ pillow: Cut the fabric 17″ x 38″; 18″ pillow: Cut the fabric 18″ x 40″.
How do you make an envelope pillow cover with one piece of fabric?
Instructions
- Wash the fabric.
- Cut the fabric to pillow size.
- Create a double-fold hem on smaller ends of cut fabric.
- Overlap the fabric to give you the size of the pillow form, pin, and sew a 1/2″ seam.
- Trim corners then turn fabric right side out. Then insert the pillow form into the pillow cover and enjoy!
How much fabric do I need for a 12×16 pillow?
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| Type of Pillow | Dimensions (Length by Width) | Amount of Fabric Needed for 1 Pillow Cover (Using 54-inch Wide Fabric with No Pattern Matching) |
|---|---|---|
| Square pillow forms | 12 x 12 inches | 1/3 yard |
| 14 x 14 inches | 1/2 yard | |
| 16 x 16 inches | 1/2 yard | |
| 18 x 18 inches | 5/8 yard |