Thursday, August 23, 2012

Sew Some More

The sewing experiments continue!

After learning the envelope method to create a pillow case, I decided to test out making a case with 2 different fabrics.


I used a 14x14 pillow form (taken from another pillowcase), some green fabric and a smaller blue fabric quarter.  After cutting everything to size, I knew I would need to pull out the iron to lessen the creases in the fabric quarter.


A little better

While the iron was out, I went ahead and used it to help create the folds for my hems.  Much easier to sew this way, I should stop being lazy and use it all the time!

After cutting the front piece of fabric in half, I sewed a strip of blue to the middle.  It took a minute or so to make sure I was sewing the right ends so the seam would be on the inside.



Another pass under the iron...


..and sewing around the entire pillow to get to the finished product.



I was so happy with the first one, that I made a second (really because I already had the material cut...no need to go to waste).  I need to pick up another form, but for the purpose of the shot I just stuck a long pillow halfway in.


I made a couple of covers for mom's Euro Shams, but I feel much more at ease with the smaller size. I'm loving the envelope style and have plans on making more covers and switching them out with the seasons or as our moods change.

11 comments:

  1. That is SO cute! I love the colors together!

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    1. Thanks!! I was worried about them at first, but loved how they will probably pop against whatever new couch we get.

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  2. ooh i love the fabrics--great job!

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  3. Those are really pretty, love the swirly fabric!

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  4. Love the fabrics you used! Good for you for learning and practicing a new skill. I like the idea of switching covers out seasonally. I had one foray into sewing in 8th grade home ec and haven't tried anything but a pillowcase since (and my mom had to fix it lol!)

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  5. Very cute! Love the blue and green fabrics you used!

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  6. Wow! You did an excellent job! I love the color combo of green and blue. You're inspiring me to (finally) learn to use my machine!!

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  7. You're a really fast learner... didn't you just get that thing? My grandma was a genius at sewing, knitting, and all things crafty. She tried to teach me a bunch of times but I could never get it. Are you going to try sewing clothes?

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    1. I'm not sure on clothes, but at some time I would really love how to make a quilt!

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