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DIY Tutorial: How to Make Ruffled Pillowcases — Sycamore Road Patterns

Are you looking to add a touch of charm and elegance to your bedroom decor? Ruffled pillowcases can be a delightful addition, providing a soft, romantic touch to your bedding. With our easy DIY tutorial, you can make your own ruffled pillowcases using the beautiful Sycamore Road Patterns. This project is not only practical but also a perfect opportunity to express your creativity. Let’s dive in!

What You’ll Need

Before you start, gather the following materials:

• Fabric: Choose your preferred cotton or linen fabric for the pillowcases and ruffles. You’ll need about 1 to 1.5 metres of fabric, depending on the size of your pillow.
• Sewing machine: Any standard sewing machine should suffice.
• Matching thread: For seamless stitching, select a thread that complements your fabric.
• Ruler or measuring tape: For accurate measurements.
• Scissors: To cut your fabric.
• Iron: For pressing the fabric.
• Pins: To hold the fabric in place while sewing.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Measure and Cut Your Fabric

First, you’ll need to measure your pillow. Standard pillow sizes are 50 cm x 75 cm (for standard) or 50 cm x 90 cm (for king). Once you’ve measured your pillow, cut out two rectangles of fabric for the pillowcase:

• For a standard pillowcase: Cut two pieces measuring 50 cm x 75 cm.
• For a king pillowcase: Cut two pieces measuring 50 cm x 90 cm.

Ruffle Measurement:

For the ruffles, cut strips of fabric measuring 15 cm in width and approximately 1.5 to 2 times the length of the pillowcase’s width. For a standard pillowcase, cut strips of 110 cm (or longer if you desire more ruffle).

Step 2: Prepare the Ruffles

1. Take the fabric strips you’ve cut for the ruffles and fold each one in half lengthwise, right sides together.
2. Stitch along the long edge with a 1 cm seam allowance.
3. Turn the strips right side out using a safety pin or turning tool, then press them flat with an iron.
4. Gather the top edge of the ruffle. To do this, sew two lines of long stitches (without backstitching at the ends) along the edge, approximately 0.5 cm from the top. Pull the threads to gather the fabric until it matches the width of your pillowcase.

Step 3: Assemble the Pillowcases

1. Place one of the main pillowcase pieces right side up on your work surface.
2. Pin the gathered ruffle along the top edge of this piece, aligning it with the raw edge. Distribute the gathers evenly.
3. Sew the ruffle in place with a straight stitch, securing it about 0.5 cm from the edge.
4. Next, take the second pillowcase piece and place it right side down on top of the first piece, pinning all around the edges.
5. Sew around the edges with a 1 cm seam allowance. Leave a 20 cm opening on one side for turning it right side out later.

Step 4: Finish the Pillowcase

1. Trim the corners to reduce bulk, being careful not to cut through the stitching.
2. Turn the pillowcase right side out through the opening.
3. Use your fingers to push out the corners and make them neat. Press the entire pillowcase with an iron for a crisp finish.
4. Finally, tuck in the raw edges of the opening and sew it closed either by hand or with a sewing machine.

Step 5: Enjoy Your Creation!

Your DIY ruffled pillowcases are now ready to adorn your bed! These beautiful additions not only provide comfort but also a personalised touch to your room. Feel free to experiment with different fabrics and colours to match your unique style.

Conclusion

Making ruffled pillowcases is a rewarding and enjoyable project that can transform your bedroom into a cosy retreat. With the clear steps provided in this tutorial using the Sycamore Road Patterns, you’ll have stunning, handmade pillowcases that you can take pride in. So grab your sewing machine and fabric, and let your creativity flow! Happy sewing!

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