Envelope Pillow with Piping Tutorial

[@paulagreenhaw4708]

I tear up every time I see her videos. She was a beautiful soul. I will continue to watch her videos. Hoping to bless her children and husband.

[@creativeinspirations8200]

What happened to her?😢

[@cherylbee9899]

@@creativeinspirations8200yeah my question also.

[@louisefontana9971]

@@creativeinspirations8200 She passed away a few years ago from cancer

[@louisefontana9971]

I always come back to this pillow instruction, even though you are no longer here, my sweet Melanie!

[@amyp4966]

Thank you for still being here to teach us, even after you’re gone. ♥️

[@ElenitaEspina-Lee-ti8uy]

Melanie was my first teacher when I started sewing and quilting following my retirement. Thank you so much 🥲.

[@KissieKat]

Oh, and thanks for the written instructions and additional info regarding supplies, etc. Most people on KZbin don't do that! It is really appreciated!!!

[@debrasypulski4216]

I thank you so much for this video. My daughter gave me some upholstery fabric she found from an old sofa. She loved the fabric but didn't know what to do with it. I made two beautiful pillows using your video. Could not have done it without you. These will be a housewarming gift for their new home. I feel accomplished thanks to you!!

[@kevinsews]

The only time you want to stay as close as possible to the piping is on your final seam when joining the fabrics together. Otherwise, your first two pass of stitches may show on the edge of your pipping.

[@kathleenokeefe3203]

Yes, that is so important.

[@patpatt4085]

Thank you! I just bought some fabric at the new Hobby Lobby store and want to make pillows. I can't afford the pillow at most stores. This is very helpful and you were such a pleasure to watch. You made it look so simple. I know I can do this!! Keep up the good work - some of us really appreciate these lessons.

[@MelanieHam]

Pat Patt Yes you can do this project!!

[@terriwrigley4010]

I'm a experienced sewer and at first thought this may be a waste of my time, after watching your video I really enjoyed it and I also learned some new sewing tips. Love that you are direct and to the point.

[@MelanieHam]

Thank you for the kind words and feedback Terri!

[@cinderellapotts9763]

I'm going for it! I'm a novice but trying to re-do the dining booth cushions in my vintage camper. Just finished my first curtains, now on to the seating with piping! Thanks for the pointers. 😉

[@tanishalynne]

Oh my gosh this was so easy. I've been trying to figure out how to do piping for a while now for pillows. This was the best explained video that I have come across. You're awesome, thanks so much.

[@juliawanyoike1517]

Thank you for being a genuine by giving written step by step instructions in your description.

[@LisaLisa001]

Thank you so so much!!! I think that, for me, hearing a few times such an imperative reminder to go slow around corners is key for me. Thank you for saying it, how you said it, and when you said it, etc. It is going to help this pillow turn out perfectly! I appreciate you.

[@FFPages]

thank you, did piping for one pillow and regular for the other 4. they turned out beautiful, your instructions were clear.

[@patmanning4351]

Brilliant! 67 years old, and made my first ever piped envelope pillow today.Despite one or two blips which, hopefully, only I can notice (lol), a good result!

[@twithouse94]

Phenomenal tutorial! If you are not a teacher, you should be. The way you explain your process is extremely simple to follow! Time to sew my summer away.

[@sherryschippmann1039]

Thank you for your easy instructions on how to make an envelope pillow with piping. My project is a lot more enjoyable for me to do with the math and sewing steps you give. I already made a bench seat cover following your sewing instructions for that project as well. It helped take the stress out of it for me. Melanie, thank you so much. Sherry

[@leapingdonkeyfarm9368]

Wow! You really do a wonderful job of explaining succinctly and quickly... not wasting my time...and I really appreciate all the details in the drop down box!

[@kittysmith3996]

I've used your video twice for 2 sets of pillows. You do a great job explaining everything and the results are always fabulous! Thank you so much.🙂

[@skiyogagirl]

I never thought I would be able to tackle cording, but you make it look possible!! I will be trying this soon and really appreciate you posting this video!!

[@dawnoelke6236]

this is a wonderful instructional video. Although I didn't make my own piping, following your directions for sewing helped me with my project immensely. Thanks.

[@kathleenpeterson9479]

LOVED this tutorial! Made one this weekend....had NEVER learned how to do piping! Thank you so much!!

[@wandapooley4243]

Thank you for doing this clear and concise tutorial. It was very helpful and "walked" me through successfully making two 16" pillows with piping and creating that envelope. Truly appreciate your effort to create this DIY video.

[@bellacococrochet]

I've not done much sewing lately. This has inspired me to get started on some more projects :) x

[@jorjafraser4578]

Omg I watch u on ur channel I loved the granny square

[@robertpoole7563]

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[@asawaribadve]

Hi Melanie, this is Asawari. Your tutorials are some of the best I've seen, and even the instructions in the description are clear and precise. I really appreciate the amount of efforts you put into the making of each tutorial. You are doing a wonderful service for amateur sewists like me! Thank you very much.

[@TheJheltsley]

Just took my first sewing class last Friday and pretty excited about learning lots of new stuff. I found your site about piping and the pillow project and learned a lot. Now I have to try it. Hope to someday be able to work on some stuff on my boat. Thanks for the great information!

[@MelanieHam]

+TheJheltsley Happy Stitching!!

[@jkbmstee]

Enjoyed your videos, they are quick and to the point and don't waste time. Loved the way you cut your bias. Smart. I dusted off the machine today and plan on doing some decorative accents for my home.

[@nf2885]

Melanie, you are the best. Your videos are clear and detailed. We are so blessed to have you teach us. God bless!

[@lindabonds6838]

I needed to make pillow covers for two outdoor pillows with piping and found your video. I gave it a try and they actually turned out pretty good! Thank you for creating this video so that others can learn.

[@sherryglover9277]

Thank you so much Melanie. I have made many pillows but never a sham. This will really make my pillows look more professional.

[@nojesrts]

Thank you so much. Your video was SO SO helpful. I completed the pillow. This was my first time to successfully do piping. I'm so grateful for you video.

[@sonny1977]

What a fantastic tutorial, very clear to understand, i especially liked the binding explanation, cutting that stuff out has had me baffled for ages. THANK YOU

[@csterls]

Excellent video! You explain everything so simply and it’s easy to follow. The written instructions below are really helpful too. Thanks so much for putting all the added information below. This may be the best instructional KZbin video I’ve seen. I’m now a subscriber!

[@sadiejosiemom]

Funny, I was just looking for pillow tutorials and looked in my feed and there you were! I took a class at my LQS last Monday to make one with a zipper in the back. The next two Monday's is a class for a dresden plate design on a similar pillow. Thanks for sharing how you cut your bias.

[@lisawalker4130]

I just made a pillow cover following your instructions for an envelope pillow cover, and it turned out so great. I was procrastinating on making the cover because I wasn't sure I could do an invisible zipper very well, and I can't stand finishing a pillow by hand sewing it closed. This was so easy after I figured out the measurements for my particular pillow. Thank you for this video. I wish I could share a picture, but I can't figure out how. LOL

[@robertaslough3482]

Very clear and consice directions. Thank you. It has been a long time since I made my last pillow and this was a great refresher.

[@derekbrigden5866]

Fantastic, just what l needed. Really clear and extremely well made. Way better than other videos on the same subject on KZbin. Thanks.

[@sanaagha-raza9999]

Just finished making two of these - they look fabulous, and I'm an absolute beginner. Thank you for the easy to follow, clear instructions!

[@cherylstreeter1962]

Thank you - your soothing voice helped me calm down and have the courage to do this. My cording was a bit larger, so I cut bias wider - it worked wonderfully. Thanks very much - Minnesota Quilter and Sewer :-)

[@daliapastor1489]

I just had such a hard time connecting the piping.. you make it look so easy..I've been watching videos nonstop.. going to try your technique.

[@bluebananarose]

Ive been wondering how to do piping for a while, this has took all the mystery out of it and its much simpler than I thought! Great tutorials as usual :)

[@titchsmuts7033]

Love your tutorials Melanie. Titch (Austalia)

[@lynnecage1070]

Thanks Melanie. Your instructions are very clear. Its ages since I made a piped cushion so I had forgotten a few of the details!

[@DorisPowell-kx9te]

Well done video. Clear and concise. Very good my dear at what you do. Thank you. I am 87 and still learning.

[@clairesteinriede9110]

I SOOOO look forward to your simple sewing tutorials!!!! Thanks so much Melanie!

[@signekleinot9045]

Great video, especially with your instructions on how to sew the piping with a zipper foot. Can’t wait to make my pillows!

[@busylifeofanafwife2482]

My husband for me a sewing machine for Xmas and your tutorials are so, so helpful! Thanks for your great work!

[@nettymessam7613]

Thank you very much mrs. Ham , this is truly a good tutorial, you’re a very good teacher , I understand very well, your tutorial is the best out of many.

[@K4t77]

Thanks for this. Was looking for an easy to follow piping video and I love yours. The videos you make show all the steps. They are clear views to the project. The audio is on point and you make these projects seem really easy enough for a new sewer. Your videos tutorials are top of the line :)

[@sighbon2824]

Thanks for tube. I bought the bias binding but made my own piping. Finished cushion turned out really well.

[@bethbilous4720]

Y.ou really know what you're doing, and you have inspired me to make pillows of MY choice and not ready made. Thanks, I will practice a tad making piping, and then delve into the great fabric and make a pillow. and hopefully a bunch

[@charmainealexander5693]

Thanks for your tutorial I have been thinking about how to tackle this with piping and you have showed me a very easy way. Merci madame

[@ericakennedy8401]

I actually made your pillow (sans piping) a few years ago for my daughter's new house. Now I am reviewing the video so that I can use this technique for the back of some bench pillows that I am making for my dining room table.

[@alisawillson708]

Thank you for a quick and easy project...at least you make it look easy ! Also, I appreciate the quality of your tutorial - nice voice, good quality sound and filming. Also, not excessive ummm's and uhhh's. Again, thank you.

[@mikewynne9196]

Love, love, love your vids. They are so helpful and easy to understand!! Attempted my first zip yesterday and success!!

[@mikewynne9196]

Was going to put a pic of it up to show you but can't figure out how to lol, thanks from Tasmania, Australia.

[@liliferrier3869]

Thank you so much! I was having trouble getting my brain around piping and you made it so easy. You've saved me so much time and headache!

[@peterblake2273]

Simple and to the point instructions with the added bonus of written instructions. Thank you.

[@maryfaux9743]

love your tutorials! simplified piping tremendously for me!!!

[@MelanieHam]

So glad!! Happy Stitching!

[@vickicaplin4648]

Melanie Ham zip in a cushion

[@monarchmoonchild9435]

I tried this and it worked great! I didn't have a zipper foot for my machine, so that made the trim a challenge. But all in all it turned out great! Thank you for the simple instructions! :)

[@kerrihansen3776]

Love this tutorial! Wish I had seen it the other day when I was trying to figure out how to add piping to a pillow I was making! Mine turned out thank goodness but you are so great at explaining things! Best sewing teacher ever!

[@suzannegiancoli300]

Thank you Melanie! great video. I will try this. Piping makes a pillow look so professional.

[@mrsjulieb7011]

wow! so easy to make. followed the video step by step and made fab cushions. thanks for sharing x

[@joyfulhope4474]

Very nice tutorial. Clear instruction and seeing you do this visually is most helpful. Thank you. This was my first time watching Melanie. I was shocked and am sad to learn of her passing. I can see that she has a beautiful soul. Truly sorry for her passing. God bless husband and family.

[@beenanair8419]

a very well demonstrated video....simple and interesting...for that reason am surely gonna try this...thanx a bunch melanie...looking forward for more of your creativity...

[@janetdinatale9861]

My first MH video, but will not be my last! Thanks for the great video and instructions.

[@monicas5615]

What an awesome video. First time using piping, it went really well. Made 2 gorgeous summer pillows!

[@FawnieShannon]

Thank you Melanie for your videos! They are so helpful and you make it look easy. I have all my materials ready and I am going to make some pillows for my sofa.

[@nikianewman2548]

Thank you so much for sharing your gift , I have always been afraid to work with piping but, thanks to you I have conquered my fear!! Keep em' coming 😀

[@barrygibson1566]

My sister bought a pillow that was like this that has a piping edging and it is my favourite pillow of hers if that makes sense lol, when I go to see her I always pick the cushion up and squeeze it because it's a heavy cotton but it's soft and has that edging in grey anyway I think I might try my hand at one of these, I really love your pillow tutorials they're really fun and so is your channel and other helpful tutorials.

[@carmelized11candi]

Simple instructions and and easy to understand for beginners. Thanks for making this tutorial! 👍🏾

[@gt610sw]

Just made a pillow cover for a friend based on your video. This was great instruction!!

[@marisarusso421]

Very straightforward to follow - great narrative - I will be doing this over the weekend.

[@SmittenKitten.]

Loving not only this tutorial, but your pretty pistachio nail polish!!

[@mjp5129]

Hey Melanie, this was a good tutorial, but can I add just a few tips, to make it even easier? When making the piping, don't sew real close to the cording. Then when u sew it onto your fabric, sew just a little closer. Finally on the second piece of fabric, after putting the right sides together, sew it together, from the side that u had previously sewn the cording on. This way you can sew your sewing line and get right up next to your cording. So no stitching can be seen on your finished project. It makes them look so professional. My mom was an upholster and made lots of pillows and such for designers. I also make cushions and pillows, so I have quite a bit of experience. I'm not near as accomplished, as my mom was, but I do ok. One more thing, if anyone doesn't have cording or know where to get it. I have used premade piping for apparel, if I wanted just a small accent on pillows and cushions. Works real well. Thanks for video. I do enjoy watching them all.

[@bnmce123]

What an excellent and easy to understand video and just what I needed! Thank you!

[@jennyplowman1471]

Fabulous! This looks so easy. I always struggle with piping and you explain so well. Thank you.

[@kathleenpeterson9479]

Love these instructions. Condolences to her family....she was awesome.

[@jimmywilliams6534]

One of the best videos on this project! Thank you.

[@jaynehay4830]

Thank you for showing how to do this, I was really scared of piping, but you made it look simple!!

[@rkatika9]

You made it look so easy Melanie! Such a cool way to cut bias strips, I've never seen this technique before. Also, you need a larger rotary cutter, Lady! :) I will definitely use your tutorial to whip up some pillow covers!

[@tracystewart-murray3890]

Really informative, seemed a bit quick but I guess one can keep rewinding. Everything was there that I needed to know to complete my project, thank you.

[@anabella8028]

This is the best, more helpful tutorial on this subject! I can't even tell you how much I enjoy watching your videos, I've learned so much from your tutorial, I've done so many of your projects! Thank you! You are very talented, incredibly helpful ( because you explain everything in detail, and your videos are very detailed) and so fun to watch! :-)

[@mjb9176]

Agreed. You are a natural teacher.

[@jane90809]

Your tutorial was terrific! The first one I have seen on this subject. So much easier to understand than the written instructions at various websites. Thank you for the extra info. under Show More....

[@moonlight__h3676]

Oooo this looks easy enough. My polyester pillow on the corner of it got shredded while washing. So I might have to take out the stuffing and try to sew the corner of it.

[@KissieKat]

Great video!! I've been thinking I should make matching pillows for the quilt I'm working on for my Mom. Your video makes it look so easy!!! Now I have no excuse not to try!!! Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@terilooney]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos!

[@jimmywilliams6534]

This is the best video I have found. Good job!

[@nancytackett2878]

This was great! Best piping lesson ever!

[@treacherouswendy8131]

Thank you so much! Bias Binding always seems like such a daunting task to make on my own...this made it seem so easy! Keep up the great work!!

[@darawashington8986]

Great! I am new to sewing, and I find your videos so easy to follow. Thanks

[@radioguy1620]

Thanks, a great explanation, I watched some other vids and got a bit confused which side did what and you explained it clearly. . New subscriber here.

[@MelanieHam]

+radioguy1620 Thanks a bunch! Happy Stitching!

[@DebrinaDiary1]

Omg, I LOVE your tutorials! Well explained and excellent footage to match.

[@lauralina781]

Still reaching to your videos for help 💗👼 thanks Melanie!!

[@IsayGabasa]

Thank you for sharing this tutorial. i really love sewing!

[@debbiewells4748]

Hi. Brilliant video. Now I see everything by hand teeny tiny stitches. I make clothes for my granddaughter and they ware just as good. However, my daughter has asked me to make a large cushion. I want to add piping but not sure if I use use a zip or envelope style. Any advice accepted. Kind regards

[@nellyandon8815]

Melanie, gosh....you are a great teacher, thank you for this easy to follow steps. I am going to have new cushions for Christmas :).

[@CivicChorale]

Nicely done; very clear and complete!

[@carmelbeauty1028]

This was very informative. Always making pillows.

[@connietowler3725]

Very nicely done, great tutorial. I can follow this. Thank you...

[@kathypilling5028]

Thank you for helping me make my first piped cushion cover. Your tutorial was very helpful.

[@annsexton8218]

Best tutorial I have watched