Some patterns are just too perfect to cut up into little quilted squares. Instead of using this gray printed fabric I purchased over the summer in a quilt, I decided to make ruffled pillowcases instead.
For years, I have scooped up any bit of vintage fabrics, linens, or notions at local yard sales and church rummages, but often they just sit on a shelf looking pretty. Finally I found a use for these bits of ruffles! Mixed with the right sort of fabric, ruffles don't even look too girly. Find a subtle print or pair it with something even saucier-- maybe some plaid or flannel?! That would be different!!
How to Make Homemade Ruffled Pillowcases
{makes two standard pillowcases}
{no seam allowances given | 1/4"; 1/2"; 1" They should all work well!}
| Supplies |
2 yards of fabric
roughly 2.5 yards of ruffles {mine are a vintage score}
| Steps |
Cut four | 34" x 20" | fabric squares
Cut two | 43" | ruffles
Fold one end of the fabric square back roughly 5" sew a seam for each fabric square
Sew two fabric squares together on one side lengthwise
Carefully pin the ruffles to one edge of the pillowcase { the same side you have already stitched a seam for }
Sew ruffle in place
Turn pillowcase inside out and sew each edge leaving one side { the side with the ruffles } open to turn project back right side out
