Sew an ENVELOPE PILLOW COVER / Beginner

[@annrosie1803]

Love watching your videos. I am a newbie to sewing and I am currently working on my first project - a patchwork cushion with 16 squares. Did anyone else start to sing a Pom Pom here, a Pom Pom There, Here a Pom, There a Pom, Everywhere a Pom Pom to the tune of Old MacDonald's farm when Jan talked about the Pom Poms?? No - just me??😂

[@JanHowell]

😂

[@donnaoquinn]

Though I took Home Ec in high school (of course I did, I was born in the late 60s!), I haven't touched a sewing machine since then. A neighbor let me borrow her antique Singer and between the video on how to thread the machine paired with yours on the pillowcase, I succeeded in my project to make a cover for a little 10"x10" pillow that I use in bed on my belly to prop up my reading device, ha! So grateful for those like you who guide and share knowledge. Thank you! I would have attached a photo but not sure how.

[@JanHowell]

Glad you are sewing again. You are so welcome!

[@Kim-pb8dv]

Just the perfect tutorial for me. I’m 65 and just bought my first sewing machine. You are great at teaching…. Calm and informative. Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful, and thank you!

[@clewis2548]

I'm 69, I haven't really sewn in years. I'm a little rusty. Your explanation was great, especially about the measuring. That's where I'm always off.

[@annajean-nanaarbogast2487]

I LOVE the “Enjoy the ride,” pillow, so so cute!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you! 🤗

[@amybaker8472]

Very helpful tutorial! Thanks 😊

[@marymorrison2484]

The blue tape tip is everything!

[@JanHowell]

Glad you liked it

[@Gina04121]

Excellent video!!! I've made several pillows using your tutorial and they turned out perfect (I'm a beginner) thanks ❤❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful and you are so welcome.

[@jkissnhug]

The pillows are adorable, especially the numeral Pom -pom pillow.

[@sandymorrison1400]

Thanks for this video. Great information for beginners, or for someone who sews their hand-woven fabric, but who has never sewn an envelope pillow case!

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@barbaraness4507]

My daughters , and one of my sons decorates for all holidays, and having holiday themed pillow cases would make great gifts!

[@JanHowell]

Great idea!!

[@patriciajrs46]

Some people don't realize how difficult it is to teach. You don't talk down to people. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@bcvahsfam]

I LOVE simple and practical!!!!!! You are the best, Jan!!

[@JanHowell]

Oh thank you!

[@daisymarrero6738]

So beautifull.Thankyou very much. You are a wonderfull teacher. I love to watch your videos because I always learn something new from you. GBY TX/PR

[@JanHowell]

Thank you so much!

[@veronicawells7499]

I really enjoyed watching your tutorial! Thank you so much for your detailed instructions.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@warialdasue]

I like your tutorials a lot. Just nice straight talking to give clear instructions, and thankfully not talking to a bunch of people on your computer as so many do lately. Your cushions are gorgeous and I love the number fabric 🌷

[@JanHowell]

Thank you

[@karonwostenholme6533]

Great video, clear instructions and able to to see clearly every step. Thank you, beginner sewer,,. Thank you for sharing x

[@donnaweir7745]

Can you confirm the measurements of the 2 back pieces?

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@patriciabond5338]

So enjoyed watching your cushion video this morning. I have completed large applique rabbit and duck and will be making cushions to send half way around the world. A cute way to stay in touch with our great granddaughters. Thanks for nice clear video.

[@JanHowell]

How fun. You are so welcome!

[@valeriesuttonpayne7413]

OMG! So glad to find this video. I have a partial pillow top that I was pondering how to finish. This perfectly explains the process. Thank you so much!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@nancycastro6210]

Thank you!! This is the way I was looking to make a pillow cover. Your the best.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome. You are so kind.

[@patriciajrs46]

Leftover, or vintage fabric. That's a really wonderful thing to do.

[@JanHowell]

😉

[@KittenBowl1]

Thanks for sharing the details and tips on how to sew pon pon trim to a cushion cover! I collect many trims whenever I can find cute ones at great prices and haven’t had courage to add pon pon trim yet though I already bought the perfect Oxford fabric to match it with, a few years ago! 😅 Haha. Now after watching your great tutorial I can make my new cushion covers with pon pon trim! Yay! 😁 Mine is white lace pattern print on gray Oxford fabric and I picked out a perfect shade of white pon pon trim! 😊

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome and your cushion fabric choices sound lovely.

[@samiburnette1721]

Thank you so much! I am a beginner, and your video makes so much sense! Can't wait to make my first pillow!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome! Let me know how it goes.

[@genevafieldson4285]

Great instructions! Thank you!🧵

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome 😊

[@annajean-nanaarbogast2487]

Oh now I think I love the numbers pillow!! So cute!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you

[@tracybrewer9640]

Thank you for another great tutorial. So easy to change the look of any room. I love that number fabric. And the trim was perfect. You always make your tutorials so easy to follow. Even a beginner can make something beautiful. Stay Safe and happy crafting

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind You stay safe and happy crafting to you!

[@dtharge4082]

Existing pillow recovered! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JanHowell]

Yes!

[@dibotente]

Thank you! The tip to use my zipper foot for sewing the pillow cover together is fabulous! I enjoy your videos and website.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@oliviapineda1318]

Love this tutorial, especially adding the trim , and now I know how to add trim to my pillow covers. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@deepaharish6593]

Thank you Jan 😊 I got 1 metre of tapestry fabric for the cushion I want to make. Your tutorial is excellent. Bless. ❤

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and you are so welcome

[@suburbanartistry]

I've been following a weaving tutorial for making pillows on a floor loom but it didn't talk about how to put the pillows together. This was very helpful. Sewing with your handwoven fabric is very stressful and I didn't want to make a mistake with something I've already spent a lot of time on. I might make a video about my handwoven pillows and I'll be sure to send people to your video for this part of the process.

[@JanHowell]

That would be wonderful.

[@purplemoon8637]

Very nice Jan! Thank you for sharing. I love the Pom poms too!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you! 😊

[@chilipeprsandi]

I will be following your steps for my next pillow. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@vickiforssell7749]

Jan, your tutorial along with your tips, tricks and reminders is excellent! I’ve been wanting to make a pillow for sometime and now I have watched your tutorial I have the confidence to do so. Thank you for sharing your sewing and teaching skills. You are awesome! 26:23

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and you are so welcome

[@theresaturnbach610]

You had me at Pom Poms. I love anything with them. Great video !

[@JanHowell]

Me too!!

[@Audrey-km9in]

Adorable pillow covers, Jan. I appreciate the pompom tutorial & the number fabric is fabulous. I have made envelope pillow covers, but I didn't cut the fabric - I used one long piece, hemmed the edges, and overlapped the ends. It is a quick method but lacks the structure of the side seams & isn't as polished in appearance as your method. I am going to be on the lookout for pompom trim - I truly love it! Thank you for another great tutorial. xo

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@judieperry7533]

Oh WOW!!! I am not a pompom lover but that turned out adorable!!!! ❤🎉❤

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@pamchurch63]

Thank you for a very helpful tutorial.

[@JanHowell]

You are welcome!

[@paintedstars2]

I LOVED this tutorial Jan! New subscriber❤ The fabric find of your grandma's was terrific too. I didn't inherit my grandmother and ESPECIALLY my mother's talent in sewing and just keep trying with small home decor and bag making projects every once in awhile. Your style of teaching here was helpful TO ME because most believe this to be such a simple project but when you really want things to turn out nice and you are NOT skilled it looks rough if you sandwich the front and pom poms and back at same time🙄 Thank you for breaking it down because those kind of things are not always obvious to me, but im getting better. I'm going to see if I I can find that upcycled sweater one you mentioned 😊😊

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@pamelawilliams7813]

This came at the perfect time! Going to buy fabric this weekend. Thanks for the easy to follow instructions 😁

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@robynkloosterhof5289]

I love your videos Jan! Thank you

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@theresabenjamin325]

This is first time watcher I enjoy everything from starting to end video interesting ❤❤

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@nicolebaker5931]

Awesome video! I'm gonna give this a go with my machine.. I'm confident now. Thanks so much. Also I love your hair, just beautiful. short hair is fun 👐

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@barbaraness4507]

I used the painters tape for a long time, and it worked well. Recently I bought some magnetic tools that keep the edge lined up.

[@JanHowell]

Yes, they work well too.

[@ndlz1]

Thank you Ms. Jan.🙏

[@JanHowell]

You're welcome 😊

[@junefredericksen1420]

Excellent teaching. Have a suggestion: perhaps it would be easier to see the stitches if contrasting thread is used.

[@JanHowell]

Great suggestion!

[@karenegan1688]

Another really useful tutorial, Jan, especially the pompom trim application. You answered many questions for me. The number fabric cushion turned out super cute and has given me lots of inspiration. I do have some tea towels that I can’t bear to use for their intended purpose, so maybe they will appear in cushions form one day!♥️

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@juliepharoah3001]

Thanks for tutorial very helpful I get confused with the back I mess up now I know to line up right sides

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@ginakendrick2581]

Your videos are so excellent

[@JanHowell]

Glad you think so

[@Wrightn221]

Thanks for the tutorial. You can set up your machine for the correct seam allowance without painter tape. I am going to sublimate some pillow covers.

[@JanHowell]

i love using painters tape

[@lurdesmagueija1057]

love it, from Portugal

[@JanHowell]

Thank you

[@131dyana]

Thank you very much.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@JanHowell]

You are welcome!

[@sylviarussell8004]

wow great! thanks

[@JanHowell]

You are welcome!

[@lindaskinner5887]

Great video .

[@JanHowell]

Thanks!

[@kochay100]

Wow Great! thanks mam

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@BudgetingwithLiAm]

Hola! 🤩 9:10 Great tape! I mean tip! 🪡

[@JanHowell]

Hey, thanks!

[@jismadeeso]

Hi .you have explained it well.Thank you..like to know how you shoot your videos , like placing the camera etc....

[@JanHowell]

I shoot video from topview and some from a tripod. My husband built me a cool device where I place my camera above.

[@jismadeeso]

@@JanHowell Thank you so much😊

[@phylliscollier319]

Thank you so much

[@JanHowell]

You're most welcome

[@skaufman38]

Very nicely done, Ty 😊 what kind of sewing machine & serger do you have?

[@JanHowell]

I have a babylock verve, a Pfaff performance icon and a babylock victory serger

[@BudgetingwithLiAm]

Hola! 🤩 7:05 Yes, please.

[@JanHowell]

Hello!

[@carlaevansfarmer5924]

Thank you and you're 2 pices of fabric that you cut for the backside what are the measurements? I know you said 17 / 2 + 2 You attached one of the pieces but I didn't see how u attached the other piece I'm Learning to and this is very helpful to me thank you

[@carlaevansfarmer5924]

Learning to sew is what I ment

[@JanHowell]

Here is the link the blog post that has all the details and measurements youmakeitsimple.com/2023/01/25/how-to-make-an-envelope-pillow-cover-simple-sewing/

[@carlaevansfarmer5924]

@@JanHowell Thank you!😊

[@annajean-nanaarbogast2487]

On your towel insert, how did you do the trim to make it look like it’s all the exact same size pieces? I was so hoping you embroidered it and would give instructions, I am looking to do some pillows.

[@JanHowell]

I cut the white dish towel, then cut 4 strips of yellow fabric. Two yellow strips were the width of the towel and sewn on first. Then two longer strips were sewn onto the width of the yellow strips and towel. Perhaps I'll have to do a tutorial on that too. :)

[@terrylove9709]

Nice video. I wanted to know where you purchased your mini ironing board?

[@JanHowell]

Here is the link for the mini ironing board. geni.us/osZqd

[@peeshyholland433]

So cute. Great instructions especially the formula for the back pieces. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@hilaryparkinson6704]

Hi Jan, do you still have your beginners sewing course available? I followed the link on one of your videos but it didn’t come up. Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

HI Hilary, the courses are not available right now. When they are open again, would you like me to send you a note? If so, you can email me at fibersandtwigs@gmail. com and I will note your email and let you know. Thanks for your interest.

[@sudan_20233]

Great 😍😍 Iam in USA and Iwant to make bedsheets and pillows small business but I searched for the high quality, low prices fabrics but Idont know from where Ican get the fabrics, can you suggest some fabric supplier for me please

[@JanHowell]

I don't know where you would get fabric that wide. Sorry

[@loughton57]

If pinking shears prevent fraying why do you recommend sewing the zigzag stitch? Thanks 😊

[@JanHowell]

It an item I am sewing will be launderd a lot, I like to make it more durable by using the zigzag stitch.

[@Jzay78]

Jan what is the softest pillow form? I struggle with the usual forms being so firm & stiff. Ideas?

[@JanHowell]

Ikea is a good place to go, but most fabric stores have them. You'll just have to do a hands-on test. Not all are soft.

[@lindahoffman2129]

Amazon has some cute pillow forms, I buy in bulk 3 at a time. I have Prime delivery so worth it for me, good luck!

[@juliat5989]

Hii Jan am so greatful

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

😍😍😍♥️♥️♥️👍👍👍

[@JanHowell]

😉

[@frankjanvari737]

hello another great video 😉👍👍🧵when you get a chance please, please kindly film how to operate the sewing machine electric foot pedal please kindly let me know OK?thank you very much and have a beautiful day 😊

[@JanHowell]

Great suggestion!

[@hajjar7162]

What is the size for the back pieces measurement? You only mentioned 17” by. Thanks

[@lindahoffman2129]

I used her directions and it will be two pieces 17x11, haven't made it yet but it looks cute. Good luck!

[@JanHowell]

The comment below is correct.

[@barbaraness4507]

Did you clip your corners, and I missed it?

[@JanHowell]

Yes

[@SummaGirl1347]

If you use a pillow insert that is one size larger than the pillow case, the pillow won’t flatten out over time.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks for sharing

[@Carol-rv5ph]

Shouldn't the back pieces each be cut 17" X 11"?

[@JanHowell]

You are correct!!! I don’t know how or why I said 19 1/2 inches 😮??????? I guess I’ll have to put some notes in the description

[@jeantaylor2717]

17x17 then you just say grab your iron?

[@JanHowell]

Sorry about that. I show the formula but the back pieces end up measuring 17 x 8.5 inches.

[@debbiedalick1469]

you cut off the messure ments for the pillow 17 x ?? Whoe ever is doing Editing for this needs more teaching.

[@sonyascreationsalifestylec1739]

She said 17x.5+ 2 1/2" which comes to 11" . So 17" by 11". Of course I know how to do simple math.

[@JanHowell]

oops, I guess that second measurement did get cut off. So sorry about that. However, I did give you the formula to figure. The formula is most helpful in case you are using a different size pillow form.

[@alysworld2111]

Seriously? I guess nobody taught you manners or how to proofread correspondence before sending it. This lady is a gem for sharing her talents with strangers , specifically the formula for different sized pillows, which is all you needed to figure it out for yourself, instead you decided to be rude and unappreciative

[@dorisvega1887]

Terrible pattern to show

[@JanHowell]

Sorry