It seems like I change my pillow covers far too often... probably because I do. Adam has decided it's becoming a problem. I've decided I might have finally figured it out.
Ever since moving into this house, the living room has just puzzled me. I have not been able to decide colors, furniture, wall hangings, or anything. I have changed my mind more times than I can even remember, and to this day I'm not quite sure what on earth I want to do with this room.
I finally came across these two fabric designs at hobby lobby, and decided to give them a whirl. I may even keep my coral polka dot pillows around with as a fun accent color.
In search of the perfect color combinations for the living room, I have created countless pillow covers over the past year. You would think by now I'd be an expert, but the truth is I am absolutely not.
Almost a year ago, I shared this tutorial with you all. I have always made my pillow covers this way, but this time around, I decided to try something a bit different. Unfortunately I didn't take pictures, but I will try my best to explain it.
I purchased a yard of each fabric, and was able to make 2 pillows with each for a total of 4 pillows. The best part: the fabric only cost me $10, which means I only spent $2.50 on each one! (see why it's so easy for me to keep changing my mind!?)
I started by ironing my fabric and cutting it to size.
To determine the height, I measured the pillow and added 1/2 an inch. To determine the width, I measured the width, multiplied by two, and added another 6 inches.
Example: If I had a pillow that was 18inches x 18inches, I would measure the height as 18.5 inches, and the width as 42 inches (18x2=36+6=42).
After cutting my fabric, I folded a seam along both of the shorter sides of the pillow. These will eventually be for the back flaps.
Then, I laid the fabric out, facing right side up, and folded each side over. I pinned the sides in place to create an inside out pillow cover. Once the sides were pinned in place, I stitched the two long sides (top and bottom).
Once the sewing was done, I flipped the pillow cover right side out and inserted my pillow.
Ta da!
I think they turned out great! They add a pop of color to my living room and really seem to brighten the place up a bit. With that being said, these babies might be around for a while.
And see that sunshine beaming in through the windows? Spring just may be closer than we think!
Love the pillow covers! And at that price, you can change your mind as much as you want :) We are getting new furniture this weekend, and our current pillows do not match at all, so I would love to create some pillow covers for them. So much cheaper than buying new pillows!
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