Easy Pillow Cover with Flange Border that DOES NOT FLOP OVER!

Do you hate floppy flange borders on your pillow shams or cushions? This super easy DIY sewing project solves the droopy border problem once and for all! Great for beginners, this technique works on all sizes and shapes. Professional home decor sewing requires custom looking products, and this high end, luxurious look will let your work stand out. Best of all, no zippers, or special notions or equipment needed!
Below is a link to a batting option that I think you'll like.
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[@jroupe1]

I've watched many many home dec tutorials over the years but yours are the very best. Thank you for the techniques and details that not only cut time but also make my projects look professional. Your closeup shots and clear explanations take the frustration out of sewing. Great channel!!!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

@@jroupe1 Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. It means so much to me, and helps motivate me to keep making videos!

[@marboule]

You know what? I’m working on new decor for my home and have watched dozens of pillow tutorials. You are, simply, the best! Your videos are clear, extremely detailed, and easy to understand. Your video close-ups are well done and essential. And your tricks and tips are great. Thank you so much for taking the time to educate us! I wish I could send you photos of the corded and flange pillows I’ve made using your techniques. It would be great if you made a ruffled pillow with invisible zipper video, although I’ve been able to manage by extrapolating from your other videos. I look forward to your next lesson.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

That message just made my day!!! Thank you for taking the time to write it 😊. I’d to see pics! Send them to my email - should be a link somewhere on the channel.

[@sherrinunya4079]

Thank you!!! Your videos take me back to sewing with my mom. She was an Interior Designer and I grew up helping her make draperies, pillows, reupholstering furniture, etc. How I wish she was still here, she'd so enjoy your exceptional sewing. ❤

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

I love this comment ❤️. My mom taught me to sew and I miss her every day too. She’d get a kick out seeing me make these videos 😊

[@lauriecolvin3620]

Now that I've watched your videos I don't want to watch anyone else! You get right to the point and your tips and methods are the best! I wondered if you might do a video on sewing a pillow with brush fringe? I rely on my piping foot to guide me with a corded pillow but I've never worked with fringe before. Thanks for everything! My pillow corners look great!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Thank you! Yes I actually have this video idea in my short list so keep an eye out!

[@sadiejosiemom]

You made it super simple!! Who would've thought to put poly batting like that in a pillow? Thanks, I'm definitely going to do this!

[@hannahlargent9014]

Thank you!

[@muggee52]

I'm contemplating making a birth announcement pillow for my new grandson and wanted a flange border, rather than a frilly one. So glad I found your video! I have years of spotty experience sewing, from costumes to curtains, but I know enough to recognized an easy-peasy how-to. Great video!!! Thank-you for posting this. 👏👏👏💖💖💖

[@billiedickinson6661]

I'm so glad I found your video... I'm making shams for a friend and found this...I'm not so afraid now to make them!!! Wish me luck!!!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Good luck!

[@marywhite4857]

Just used these instructions to make a quick gift for friend we're staying with. Christmas themed! Really pleased with the outcome. Thank you!

[@CeliaMitchell-ot5ir]

I love your directions. What a great tutorial . I found you accidentally because I was interested in making a flannel or sweater cover for my 26in Euro pillows. Now I have to learn how to thread my sewing machine. I haven't done that since I was a teenager.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Welcome!

[@BooBel949]

Fantastic tutorial. Thank you ❤

[@barbarahillegass2135]

Excellent information. Thank you very being so clear 🧵✂️🧵

[@lolajoe985]

Incredible thank you so much!!!!

[@conniesmith9989]

Hi from Texas. Great information. Thank you.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Hi Texas!

[@sallymiller797]

Awesome you are a great teacher !! ❤

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Thanks Sally 😊

[@jmbaus]

Such a easy video to follow. Thank you so much.

[@user-xi8rw2nb9v]

Just a question. On how a square pillow is not square, you taper the corners. Assuming for the flange you actually sew square corners but how about the inside flange section where the pillow insert goes - is that seam tapered? Thanks so much - you're the best instructor out there.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Thank you for watching my videos and for the good question. The answer is that it depends! Pillows like the one in this video where it’s all one piece on the front and has an overlap back I do sometimes taper the outer edge a little, then follow that same line, inset 2” to make the flange. On pillows with a contrasting separate flange OR on fabrics with a stripe or plaid design I usually do not taper. Sometimes the pointy corners are a better look than a torqued flange or a pattern that looks funny from a taper. I hope that was an understandable explanation!

[@sandiwilson5376]

Beautiful work 😊

[@bigmort6916]

I love your work ❤

[@santaanna1789]

Can I use fusible fleece instead of batting? Excellent video! Thanks! Just what I need!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

As long as it's not too puffy I think you absolutely could!

[@Spacereform3]

Thank you for this video! I'm redoing my sofa cushions, they have that slight extended ''piping'' or edging to them we are seeing in more modern sofas, but I wanted more of a flowy, longer flared edge similar to this (and also did not want it to be super floppy, so this is perfect). How washable/durable would this be on an actual sofa seat cushion? With the batting for stiffening, I mean.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Ah, that's always a tricky thing. Most batting made from polyester is deemed washable, but the face fabric is most likely made of other fibers, like cotton, linen, a cotton blend, a polyester blend, or even acrylic, so washing can create problems. If you think you're going to want to wash it, make sure your face fabric is washable, always prewash the fabric, and then wash the finished cover on delicate, and dry flat. Still no guarantees, but that's the safest way to go!

[@nettieturville]

I'm wondering if you do tapered stitching on the basic flange pillow

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

I do!

[@prosperity.]

Do you have another video that adds a different color(fabric) for the flange boarder? Great video for one color ❤

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Yes, it’s called “Pillow or sham with contrast mitered flange” :)

[@prosperity.]

@ASquarePillowIsntSquare I found it. I watched it, it was great..😊 very detailed thank you 👍🏼

[@bjsmith1575]

How about opposite? I have a panel for pillow top… how to measure for custom insert??? Help

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

I'm sorry I don't really understand your questions. I'm sure what you mean by "how about opposite?" Regarding the custom insert, are you asking about making an insert to fit an existing cover, or how to measure the existing insert for a new cover?

[@user-ey8hp4ik1i]

Your reviews are awesome and right on! You are the best detailed instructor I have every seen. I have a question. I want to make two outdoor cushions for a small bench, would this pattern work in your opinion for simple cushions instead of pillows? Oh, and how can I watch your other video's?

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Hi there, are you talking about outdoor seating cushions? Or accent pillows for the outdoor bench?

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Regarding my other videos, just go to my channel and click on videos. There are about 60 to choose from so far!

[@patriciaberne613]

The high loft quilt batting that you recommended is no longer available. I am new to this and would appreciate your recommendation. Do I just buy a high loft quilt batting? Would any high loft work? Thanks. PB

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

It doesn’t need to be high loft - I’d say 3/8”-1/2” max will do the job. I would think any polyester quilt batting should work. Cotton is softer and might not be as stiff. Hope that helps :)

[@ritaassis7163]

Amei!!!!

[@kathleenmurphy6765]

Are you top stitching on the right or wrong side of the fabric? Sorry - beginner question. Also, what is the weight of the battling if I wanted to get a non-poly material?

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

I topstitch the flange on the right side as a last step. I don't have a weight for you, but you don't really want anything thick. Just enough to add body.

[@chrbx13]

Can we make the flange border thinner so it looks like piping but it's just a border? Pls share a tutorial

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Easy! Make the pillow cover the same way but instead of adding 2” all around just make it 1/4” bigger all around and topstitch 1/4” from the finished edges. It will look like 1/4” welt!

[@sandranewtonbickfordperry1251]

what fabric is best to use for a throw pillow case? I will also make a ruffle on the pillow.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Most home dec drapery weight fabric works best. Stay away from thin, loosely woven, stiff, or thick fabric like upholstery fabric and you should be fine.

[@catalinafarrer5155]

thank you just what I was looking for. Instead of an envelope back, can an invisible zipper be placed at the top near the flange? I've seen zippers in the middle of the back, but I want to embroider on both sides of the pillow so the zipper needs to be on the edge . thanks!!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

On this style the zipper must be placed away from the flange, so the correct way to do it is to piece the back and install a zipper with an overlap flap. The best place to do this is a couple of inches above the flange at the bottom of the pillow, where it is least noticeable.

[@catalinafarrer5155]

@@ASquarePillowIsntSquare thank u! I'll give it a try

[@betsyboop4574]

I would like to make a cover like this for a body pillow (48"x16") that will be used as a decorative bed throw pillow. It'll be a challenge to insert the pillow but that won't need to happen often. Would you recommend that the opening still be placed in the center, or do you think an off-center opening would make for easier loading?

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

On long pillows like this I make the overlap at about the 30% point. On a 48” pillow I’d probably put it at 14-16” from the end of the sewn area

[@betsyboop4574]

@@ASquarePillowIsntSquare Thank you so much!

[@shawnas8112]

Love your videos! Where do you usually buy your home decor fabric and supplies?

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

Thank you! I get workroom supplies from Rowley Company, and fabric from everywhere...mostly my local outlet store, but some is left over from jobs, and some from my own personal projects.

[@dimples7334]

Just wondering if you can give the link for the batting? Thanks!

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

@@dimples7334 I actually buy big rolls of thick cushion wrap from a local upholstery supply wholesale business, and split the thickness in half for pillows. I'll try and do a little research though and find a good one to link to in the description.

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

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[@aprilberger4742]

I’m confused. I would think that you’d add 8” for the flange. 2” for each side…

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

2'' on the right and 2" on the left, so add 4" for width, then again, 2" on top and 2" on the bottom, so add 4" for height. Total 8", but 4" in each direction.

[@aprilberger4742]

OHHHHH! Thanks so much! @@ASquarePillowIsntSquare

[@zannahmartell9813]

If there's one thing a gal should never put up with in life, it's a floppy flange.😊

[@ASquarePillowIsntSquare]

I agree completely 😊

[@zannahmartell9813]

@@ASquarePillowIsntSquare 😂 thanks for the tutorial and the reminder😊