Pretty Pillow Case with a Flap to Hide the Pillow

[@barbraelizabeth395]

This instruction is absolutely amazing; your verbal directions, along with the visual of fabric cut sizes and layout, taking us step by step is absolutely what I have needed. For two days I have been searching, watching, and listening online for flap pillowcases only to come away confused with a cluttered mind. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@carrierisley1624]

Feb. 2024 - This an awesome video. I made these pillowcases and absolutely love the end result. The finishing touches are beautiful. Thank you, Laura!

[@jillrigby386]

I’ve been watching several similar instructions for making a pillowcase with a flap but yours is by far the best. You speak so clearly, you are very well organised and the directions seem very easy to follow. I just bought some fabric and can’t wait to get started. Thank you so much for making such an inspiring video.

[@gracepatane9384]

Beautiful pillowcase - love that flap to cover the pillow! It looks so finished, neat, & tidy! Thank You, Laura!

[@kellyf5190]

You are by far one of the best "teachers" on sewing and quilting! Thank you for your wonderful videos!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you very much:)

[@newbeequilter]

+ Kelly F - I'm sorry to have to correct you here, as I too used to think she was "one of the best", but I've come to the conclusion after watching hundreds of YT videos ... that she's "The Best" :-)

[@lindadaniels6055]

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[@kasthurisrinivasan1929]

You are the best teacher. I stitch the pillow case very easy.Thanks a lot for the awesome video

[@diocelinaweber5457]

Wow, excellent teacher! Super contenta

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi Laura and thanks a million for another great tutorial. The pillow cases are gorgeous! I love the flaps! I always use 2 pillow cases to hide the pillow. With your pillow case, there is no more need for that ! The flap adds a beautiful finish! 😎🌸

[@vickiannemalone592]

I just made these to coordinate with a quilt I made for my bed during the pandemic. They came out beautiful! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions Laura! You do make everything “Sew Very Easy”! 💜💜💜

[@jenniferlawn1854]

Absolutely marvellous presentation! No wasted words just precise language and a beautiful finished product. Thank you.

[@TheMaggiemay77]

Yes I love how precise she is! She is a really good teacher… No wasted words, no rambling. Very organized and very clear!

[@michellereynolds3171]

Once again you’ve proven that you are the Jackie O of the sewing and quilting community!!!! ⭐️

[@dzyoung1]

I actually did it!!!!!!!!!!!! took 3 hours and few re-dos but Im so pleased with the outcome. Thank you so much!

[@kgandb]

I was asked to make a body pillow cover - this is exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you so much Laura for always sharing your knowledge & talent!!

[@aileencoutts6320]

A pleasure to watch, clear concise instructions. Very good filming. You would be so inspirational to so many non sewers. Recently I have helped young woman learn to sew and it was with pillowcases I got her “ hooked” she learnt basics, straight accurate seams, measuring and ironing and she completed two pillowcases for her boys.

[@jennifercolbert2436]

I'm so glad I found this video! I needed to make a couple of toddler pillowcases to go with a quilt I made. I wanted that flap to keep the pillow in place as well as hide it from view. All other tutorials were for a "hot dog roll". This is so lovely and I'm so pleased with the results. Thank you so much!!!

[@1daizie]

What would you're measurements be for a toddler case may I ask?

[@zanderpusward7250]

Have just made 9 year old grandson this case out of 'Walking Dead' fabric. He's not allowed to watch the show so this has made me the coolest grandma ever. (And saved me a lot of money.) So thanks from the UK.

[@jeantate]

Brilliant! I had no idea where you were going at first but then when you pulled the top out of the sleeve - *Chef's Kiss* - so smart! Thank you!

[@lynettea2920]

At last!! Pillowcases with a flap! UK pillowcases come with flaps, and you have just provided me with detailed instructions on how to make them, with the added 'designer' touch of an accent piece and different cuff. Thank you so much. Your videos are clear and concise and easy to follow. One of the best I've seen. Keep up the good work! God Bless.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@misottovoce]

What an excellent, articulate teacher you are! I've watched this a few times and today will make a pillow case using some patchwork that I have made for the front part. I will finally have a case that matches my quilt and shams I made. Thank you for your excellent videos!

[@esthernance6205]

I've always wanted to know how to make this type of pillow case. Thanks to you now I know. And how well you explain the instructions. Thank again and God bless you

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks Esther I'm glad you like it:)

[@patriciaclevenstine-ali4714]

Thank you for this tutorial. I love these pillowcases and can't wait to make them and use them. You are one of the top three people I go to for sewing tutorials. Please continue with clear and concise instructions.❤

[@momzilla9491]

Wow, I finally got it!!!!!!!! I could never get the burrito method right until now. The secret is flipping the whole assembly over, before rolling up the long body of the pillow case! Thank you so much!

[@FabricFest]

Thank you, thank you! So many videos on the traditional style pillowcase, but I haven't seen a single video on this style of pillowcase. Well done! I've read blog instructions and pictures a bunch of times but I didn't get it. Then search for videos and never found one until now!!!!! Beautiful!

[@SewVeryEasy]

I'm so glad you like it, thank you for watching

[@TimberBell]

Thank you Laura for another wonderful video.... I have never seen a pillowcase like that....I really enjoy it when you bring different things that maybe people haven't seen yet...thank you.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks and thank you for taking time to comment

[@jodunlap2955]

I LOVE watching your tutorials! I am a newbie in the sewing and quilting world, but I might give this pillowcase a whirl because it is gorgeous, and if I did it right would make lovely gifts. Thank you for sharing your great projects with us. You are a fabulous instructor, and I love your soft voice.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Welcome to the wonderful word of sewing....and remember, just have fun, and the rest will come:)

[@jodunlap2955]

will do. just keep up your super tutorials!

[@irenesmith7208]

Always very clear …love your tutorials. Thank you. Irene

[@libbartholomeusz6479]

Thanks Laura. Very easy when you're shown how. I remember making one is sewing classes 50 years ago. Haven't done one since and it worked a treat, thanks to your clear instructions

[@marsha4796]

These are perfect pillow cases. I was leery of not sizing them to the pillow but her method of tucking the longer cases to custom fit any pillow is brilliant. Being a directional klutz it took making a few for the Eureka! moment but now feel I could do these in my sleep. Yep, she's the best.

[@eileenjones8552]

I love this! I can see making theses for Christmas and for hospitals. Thank you so much. Love watching you and you are one classy lady Laura😎Eileen Jones

[@marcellamarche4510]

I just want to say that you probably one of the best instructors I have come across. You explain thing as if all your fans are beginners so that they can understand you. I have made many of your projects. Will be doing your red and white quilt. Commemorating the 150th Canadian birthday

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and thanks for letting me know. If you would like you can post pictures on my face book:)

[@tokidokie1]

This is a wonderful little project! So very practical, easy and I no longer have to worry about pillow sizes! Beautifully done Laura!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and Thank You for for watching:)

[@lindapucillo7875]

I saw a flap pillowcase tutorial a few weeks ago. It is a great instructional video, but I wanted to make the pillowcase with the cuff on both the front and back. Your method can be made with the cuff on both sides. Eureka! Thanks for all the wonderful tutorials. I have learned so much watching your channel.

[@suebean3873]

Beautiful job. It looks hard but I do make the regular French Seam Burrito style pillowcase, so it should be too hard to follow this one and put the flap inside. Thank you. I appreciate you. Great teacher.

[@nicolemclaughlin9858]

wonderfully done... great detail instruction at a nice pace and great voice.... thanks again I finally understood the steps

[@kasturge-crichlow6173]

Great video. I love the step by step guide and practical application.

[@MLucyLuna]

I just made one pillow for muy 3 yr old grandson the inside flap is very useful for a child and the instructions, as always very clear. Thank you!

[@maryhull5660]

At his was awesome . I love my pillowcases with a flap . Thank you for showing us a lovely version .

[@tamilatorraca-piumarta1079]

Great tutorial! I think the best pillow case tutorial I've seen.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks, so nice of you to say:)

[@patfrontuto5342]

Wow Laura! This is great! You are so explicit, and this one I need to watch a few times! Thanks Laura! What fun!

[@shammichand2339]

I love watching your videos and this one is my favourite,just started to learn to quilt, hope your videos will be my guide,thanks Laura

[@lindamaglione7189]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! Have seen the basic construction method before, but never with the inside flap. Love that the pillows won't show. As always, your instructions are very clear and easy to follow.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you sew glad you enjoyed it:)

[@kimberlysmith2688]

I MADE IT! And it’s beautiful. Thank you! The pillow cases with flaps are so elegant and hard to find.

[@patriciagabrielides3146]

Hi Laura, thank you for the great tutorial. I had previously made a pillowcase for my granddaughter, but without a flap. It drove my daughter crazy as we here in Australia always have flaps on our pillowcases. I was so glad I found your tutorial, I have now made two and counting. Regards, Pat

[@janetperc703]

Another winner Laura! Thank you. I'm going to use the scraps from my quilts that I use on my bed, to make pillow cases to match. Yay!

[@SewVeryEasy]

good idea!

[@ginocanzonetta9527]

I rewatched this wonderful video and have it all figured out. Will try today. You are an excellent instructor. I can't wait to try this project. Bear with me for the novice questions as I am just learning and enjoy your tutorials very much. Thank you.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and Welcome:)

[@warialdasue]

The best pillowcase tutorial. It includes the inner flap! Thankyou

[@angelerodrigue1843]

Wow! What a pleasant and clear presentation. Thank you for creating this video!

[@richardmeyer4859]

Thank you so much for this inspirational video! I'm eager to get started on this project. Your presentation is clear, concise, professional, and motivating. You are a gifted teacher and a clever lady! Blessings, Liz in N.C.

[@pbcarapina2241]

I always love watching your videos! you make everything seem so easy and your finished product is always beautiful!!! Thank you

[@maryhull531]

I prefer these instead of the burrito style . I am use to ones with the flap. Well explained . A great tutorial and a great teacher. Greetings from Melbourne Australia.

[@katherinemoore6937]

I love your videos. You are so informative and you have the Heart of a Teacher! I have learned so much from you.Thank you so much.

[@sineadsimpson3248]

Thank you so much Laura I just made this pillowcase x 2 for my mums king size pillows. I am chuffed with them. You made it so simple for me. You are so accomplished in your field of craft and I have loved all your tutorials. Big UK fan...

[@Sasslette]

Love this pillowcase! I don't like them without the inside flap it just adds a finishing touch! Thank you for sharing!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks for watching

[@norma6743]

I absolutely love these pillow cases, thank you Laura.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks

[@jojoremlap5031]

Love this, I have a set of bought pillowcases like this & have been trying to figure out how to copy them. Your video is perfect!

[@Wonderris]

Of all the videos I've watched, this was the easiest to follow and exactly what I was looking for. Thank you

[@marisah5724]

You're the best Laura! Mine turned out so perfect!!! Thank you SewVeryMuch!!!

[@lindascott7462]

You always amaze me at the way you make sewing anything very easy to understand. And your way of doing things looks so professional. I love your videos!

[@katiesteele9495]

I was looking for a way to make simple pillow shams to go with quilts (using leftover fabric but without having to do all the quilting)...This is perfect! Thank you! I also love the tip about folding in the "extra" length, which allows anyone to customize for their pillow size. Another GREAT lesson!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Glad you like it, and it will make a nice gift to go with the quilt:)

[@sueleigh1018]

This is genius! I have done mortal combat with my pillowcases for years, trying to get the pillow back in the case!! Now I win! And to be able to use a smaller pillow in the large case is a great tip, and I again wonder why I never thought if it. Probably because I was wrestling with the other end! Thank you, Laura!!

[@SewVeryEasy]

I do understand the combat you have....believe me:) Gad you like it!

[@momob5032]

I absolutely love this tutorial! Your explanation and instructions are very clear and well spoken. Can't wait to try this out. Thank you so much for sharing . . . blessings to you!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and thank you for watching

[@Joy4650B]

I have never seen THIS pattern before. Love it. You are an excellent teacher! This is a wonderful project to help use up miles of my fabric stash!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and have fun sewing:)

[@debbiemellor9399]

I live in the UK and we call them housewife pillows I have struggled with making them for years and your tutorial has helped me no end

[@rhondathomas6773]

HELLO! VERY PRETTY, THIS WILL BE ONE OF MY CHRISTMAS GIFTS....I NEVER KNEW HOW TO MAKE A GOOD PILLOW CASE LIKE THIS ONE. THANK YOU....

[@angelamcgealy7157]

Excellent tutorial, love the flap. I would agree with u that the flap hides the pillow. The pillow won't fall out unless you shake it. Thanks

[@barbaraoaker972]

This is the nicest pillowcase technique I've ever seen. As always your tutorial is great.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you:)

[@BrendaTennysonPetersBLP]

Love your easy to follow tutorial and I love my pillow cases with the inside flaps. Going to be my default case.

[@sandramichaud8033]

5/24. Still the best directions for this style. Thank you!

[@TheVic923]

I agree with the many posts you are the best teacher. You explain things so clearly. I'm not sure I would have found my way around the written instructions on this pillowcase but after seeing your instructions I could make these and will next time I need to refresh my pillow cases or make some shams as I really like this full encasement. Thank you for your instructional videos I continue to learn much.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you very much, so kind of you to say! and thank you for watching:)

[@BlossomsDogGrooming]

Thank you for demonstrating how to sew the English pillowcases.

[@SewVeryEasy]

I knew they must have a proper name! thanks

[@BlossomsDogGrooming]

You're welcome

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi Laura and thanks to your great tutorial, I have made this beautiful pillowcase with Snowmen fabrics. It will be a gift and I’m sure the receivers will be very happy! I’ll be making more! 😎🌸 Have a great day!

[@peace102]

How would you do this exact pillowcase with an inner flap matching the accent strip to hide the pillow with french seams? For those who do not have a serger. And I would love to learn how to do directional fabric on both the pillow body, and the cuff, and a matching inner flap to the accent strip to hide the pillow with french seams. Thank you in advance

[@eveward3463]

This is WONDERFUL! So well timed for me. I was going to "wing it" to make some pillow cases but now we have special ones. These are also a great idea for gifts (upcoming Mother's Day). Thanks for your thorough yet always up-paced tutorials. Great Job!

[@c.ranger4748]

So pretty! Thank you for posting your videos. I have learned so much from watching.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks, glad you liked it:)

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you Cathy:)

[@JadeNohels]

I just finished making these pillow cases.... They are fantastic and so fashionable .... Amazing tutorial and great product. 10/10

[@lindadaniels6055]

I love this tutorial ! I made two of the pillow cases tonight, the second one was a little better than the first and I am sure the third will be even better than the second ! I plan to make a few dozen at least for Christmas presents, some to match quilts I plan to make.Thank you, Linda D.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thanks Linda, glad to see you that made them and thanks for letting me know:)

[@loriklaudt2131]

I just made my very first pillowcase!! Thank you for your wonderful tutorials.

[@SewVeryEasy]

YES! so glad to hear and thank for letting me know. Thanks for watching and sharing

[@fahmadi5804]

You are the best teacher i have ever seen👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@guzelkadn2780]

Thanks for the little but precious advices very useful and beautiful choice of fabric you're very talented😍

[@darlenenelson215]

Another great video thank you Laura :). You make things so easy to follow. God bless

[@kathytaylor9798]

🥰Thank you for this video! Our new pillows keep creeping out of the pillowcases. I adapted this pattern to be able to add the flap to our existing pillowcases.

[@motherbagheera1700]

I just finished this tutorial and I’m so proud of myself!! HUGE THANKS to your wonderful teaching techniques!! I

[@SewVeryEasy]

Great job!

[@CloudyWishes]

this is so very good and has taken me too long to find. thank you so much Laura

[@sweetthink]

I love this! I made a pillow case years ago, using the rolled technique, but I like your version much better!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you and thank you for watching

[@newbeequilter]

Leave it to you, Laura, to come up with a pillowcase tutorial that's different from the others out there. It was interesting to see comments from your viewers that this style is the norm for some countries outside the U.S. I like how you demonstrated it can be used for different sizes just by tucking it in on one end. This is so cool - kind of like a two-for-one offer; makes me think of it as a "Pillowshamcase".

[@SewVeryEasy]

I love it...A pillowshame case!!!

[@newbeequilter]

+ SewVeryEasy - but, but, but no: shamE! :-)

[@susanspratling]

You do a wonderful job of explaining your techniques. Thank you

[@catherinecharlwood2532]

glad to see a flap to hold the pillow in, thanks for another great video

[@rmartinez7369]

thank you so much!! i love your tutorial so easily explained and the pillow cover is beautiful!!!

[@kimberleerivera7062]

I thank you for showing us this! I love this style pillowcase, reminds me of my childhood! I have purchased them in the store before - but they are far and few between. The border and matching cover are gorgeous!

[@rachelarnoldtheredhead1900]

I just made my first one. I was worried with so many steps but now I see it is easy!

[@anitachristian136]

I just made 2 wonderful pillow cases, Thank You!! Your instructions are amazing. They will be my Mum's 90th Birthday present. : )

[@sofianorzalina213]

Thank you for the video. It is easy to understand and wonderful work.

[@Carylanne927]

Thanks again for finding this video for me. I have it saved now, so I'll be ready to re-visit again anytime. I'm off to finish the two pillow cases for Karen. BTW I had forgotten about the king size, I'll do her's this length bc I'm not sure what size she uses in the RV. I purchased the camper pattern, I'm going to make that into a cute wall decoration for her. Your help and weekly tutorials are always welcome in my house.

[@tinasitz6742]

really enjoyed this video. Thank you for explaining every step, you are a great teacher.

[@SewVeryEasy]

Glad you like it, thanks

[@amandaaussie-at-heart2735]

I've been thinking of making pillow cases for some time; I am inspired by your video. Thank you. Watching you from Australia.

[@MsSoelia]

Excellent presentation! Thank you!

[@LabbiePuppyRanch]

Thank you for such a descriptive video. I love your guidance and appreciate seeing this. I am going to get my patience geared up and give it a try. I have made many regular pillow cases but this is going to be my first.

[@debraricks2125]

Thank you for the tutorial. I love your explanations & work. Finally got around to trying this. Didn’t have any plain fabric but still nice.

[@Harankash2016]

This is really a great tutorial Laura, Thank you very much

[@debbiepaxson2834]

Another really good video to follow...I've already decided to make these for "custom" Christmas gifts. Thank you Laura!

[@SewVeryEasy]

Hi Debbie always nice to hear form you, thanks

[@sandrasundell1190]

Love this. I can't count how many pillow cases I've made. Nice to find something different. What a great idea. Thank you. Love your tutorials. ❤

[@SewVeryEasy]

Thank you:)

[@m0ther0ne]

‘Tis is a standard pillow case in the UK. The flap is not to hide the pillow, but to stop the pillow from falling out.

[@jodygifford4894]

I Like this idea. They are not sold in the area I live in. Wish I could purchase them.

[@dale3404]

I’ve had pillows with that flap for years in the US. You just have to look for them.

[@TheMaggiemay77]

Full credit to the British for inventing this wonderful style pillow case! It is great that the pillow doesn’t fall out, it sure is pretty at the same time :-). This is a wonderful tutorial. She explains it so well. I’ve made two of these and it’s so classy and I love the little band on the backside looks really cute! Classy classy classy!

[@sharonlalli1414]

It actually does both

[@dcwatashi]

@@TheMaggiemay77 you are assuming that the British invented this these are standard all over Europe, and in Australia.

[@maplelassuk]

Fabulous! I watched another pillowcase tutorial but they didn't have the inside cuff. All British pillowcases have that cuff to hide the pillow...took me a long time to get used to that as all my Canadian ones were different! I need to write down the measurements 😊. Thanks Laura!