Magical Pillowcase Solutions for Traveling Lightly

The magical pillowcase is a unique and powerful tool that can greatly improve your sleep and overall well-being. To fully harness its benefits, it is important to understand its proper usage. Firstly, the magical pillowcase should be used exclusively for sleep. Avoid using it for other activities such as eating or working, as this can distract from its intended purpose. Keep the pillowcase clean and free from any debris or stains that may interfere with its magical properties. Regularly wash and care for the pillowcase according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Regularly wash and care for the pillowcase according to the manufacturer's instructions. When using the magical pillowcase, place it on your pillow with the opening facing away from you. This allows the magical energy to flow freely into the pillow, providing maximum comfort and support during sleep.

Proper usage of the magical pillowcase

A couple weeks ago I did some sewing with my girls and a couple of their friends. We made some easy peasy pillowcases. The girls called them magic and thought it was so neat how we made them. I'm not sure if most everyone knows this method, but if not I thought I'd share how I did it.

Fabric you need~

3/4 yard (27 inches) of the main fabric
1/4 yard (9 inches) of coordinating fabric for the cuff
2 inch strip of solid fabric for trim or 44 inch long crochet trim

Cut all your fabrics and press. Trim off the selvedges so they are all the same width. I layer my 3 fabrics with the folds matching up and then trim all three together.

Press your 2 inch strip (to make a 1 inch strip) and your 1/4 yard cuff strip in half with wrong sides together and right sides facing out.

Unfold your cuff fabric and lay it out with the right sides facing up.

Place your main fabric on top of the cuff fabric with right side facing up, and then the 1 inch folded strip on top of the main fabric.

This is how it should look at this point. Now comes the magic part! :) Take the bottom of the main fabric and start rolling it up.

Roll the main fabric to the center of the cuff fabric.

Take the bottom of the cuff (pink floral) fabric and bring it up over the roll and match up the raw edges so you have a tube.

Pin your 4 layers. The bottom cuff, the main fabric, the trim fabric and then the top layer of the cuff fabric that wrapped around over the roll.

Pull your main fabric out from the tube. Now you have your cuff, trim and main fabric sewn together! Its magic I tell ya! :)

Now trim off the uneven edges. I had it folded like a pillowcase with right sides together and then trimmed.

To sew the edges of the pillowcase together using a french seam fold your pillowcase in half the other way by placing wrong sides together (right sides facing up). Pin along the side with the raw edges and the bottom that has the raw edges.

Sew a 1/4 inch scant (a little smaller than a 1/4 inch) around the edge and bottom to enclose your pillowcase.

If you prefer to do a regular seam instead of a french seam, just sew a 1/4 inch seam and then I advise to do a zig zag stitch since pillowcases are washed often.

My sister in law, Katrina and I had fun making these cute boy ones last night for our camping trip we are having over labor day! Our boys were so excited to see that they get pillowcases too!

83 comments:

Very good tutorial. I have made these before, but now seeing yours, I want to make some more!! Reply Delete

Kerri. I have these on my list to do for Christmas. Glad to know it worked out so well. Hmm. what gorgeous fabric should I try it out on. smiles..Renee Reply Delete

those are adorable! i think i need to try a couple for ava's new bed! thanks for the tutorial! :) Reply Delete

Love your fabrics. I found the tube instructions
earlier and made Christmas pillowcases for my grandchildren. After making the first set I started making the french seams also. I found some birthday fabric and made them each one. They liked them so much they are still sleeping with them 3 months later.. Glad to see I did my frensh seams like you do. Camping ones sound cute also. Reply Delete

These are so darling and sweet!! Who wouldn't want to rest their head on these pretties!! xo Heather Reply Delete

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I am re-decorating my bedroom and wanted to make matching pillow cases. I came accross your gorgeous blog last night and it is fabulous!! Thankyou for sharing all your wonderful ideas and tips. x Reply Delete

Wow, this is like sewing Voodoo or something, very clever and cool! Thanks for sharing :)

Oh my goodness! This is genius! I have never seen this method and wish I had when I've made a few pillow cases in the past. I'm seriously going to make some of these today! Reply Delete

These fabrics are so delightful! I don't sew but my DIL does so I will book mark this tutorial for her! Thanks! ♥ Reply Delete

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I've seen other directions for this same process and was always confused. Your directions make it so clear! Reply Delete

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have made many a pillow case, but not as easy as these. thanks again.
Will be making some funky fun ones for the childrens hospital. Reply Delete

These are too cute. What great fabrics you chose. I will be making some of these for my grandkids. And I've just changed the way that I will be making my pillowcase dresses. This is so much easier. Thanks for sharing. Reply Delete

This tutorial was really easy to understand-thanks for that. Has anyone tried making these pillowcases with other softer fabric, like flannel? Reply Delete

I haven't made them with flannel but I'm sure it would be just as easy. What a great idea for winter pillows, so soft and warm! Delete

Just finished my first magic case. so cute and easy! Thank you for sharing your tutorial, I'm pinning it so I can make more :) Reply Delete

Used this method to make mini pillow cases for small travel pillows for my grandkids last year. Super easy and turned out very professionally. 3-year-old granddaughter drags hers downstairs to lay on to watch TV everyday. All of them keep them on their beds still! HUGE HIT. Reply Delete

The timing is perfect. I just joined a guild and they do pillow cases for different causes. The lady handing out the kits so "They're so easy -- just be sure to do French seams." Hmmmmm -- I didn't understand the directions on how to do the pillowcases, let alone French seams. Now that I see the pictures with the tutorial it all makes sense. You're saving me a great deal of embarrassment :-) Thanks! Reply Delete

How long does it take you to make one? A set? I'm planning an Elving Session tomorrow and wonder just how many I can get done. I'm also on restriction to just use fabrics from my stash so this is a great idea. Nice photo illustrations by the way. Thank you! Reply Delete

I would say approx. an hour for a set. It may take a bit longer or a bit faster depending on the person though.

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Hey Kerri!
You are wonderful for posting this great tutorial. I too love your print combination choices. these are such happy pillowcases. They take me right back to my hippie days in the 60s & 70s. (And that's a GOOD thing!)
Peace to you! ;o)

Thank you for posting this tutorial!! I just finished making two. I feel like a pro! My little guys are going to love them! Reply Delete

Just want to let you know how much I loved your tute for the pillowcases. I am teaching a friend to sew, and this was such an easy project that is sooo rewarding! You have touched a lot of lives with your generous sharing. Reply Delete

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Kerri,
Thanks so much for the tutorial on these pillowcases. I just made my first one and was amazed! It really is magic.(hehe) Reply Delete

I have seen a few of these tutorials. Yours was by far the easiest to understand. Thanks I had just bought 6 sets of material to do these hoping to find an easy tutorial. :) Reply Delete

Kerri,
Just a quick question. I plan on monogramming the bottom cuff with my grandaughter's name. I will monogram on the cuff that lays flat on the table and layers with the other two fabrics, right? Not the folded half of the cuff that pulls over to make the roll?? The cuff that folds over the roll (before sewing) will eventually be the inside of the cuff of the pillowcase, right?

Can't wait to get started! Thanks--

Yes you are right. The cuff that folds over the roll will be the inside after you pull your main fabric out from the tube. :) Delete

just getting back to sewing after many years and thought I would start with this pillowcase just to get to know my little machine. easy peasy. thank you! Reply Delete

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Hi Kerri. Thank you for your fabulous tutorial! I made my first set and posted them today, linking back here. :0) They were so much fun to make!! Trish Reply Delete

From Joyce F. Garrison - our Church makes tons of pillowcases for cancer patients in our local hospitals and it is a sign of love to them plus encouragement to know someone cares - keep on showing us how to do things - you are beautiful Reply Delete

This tutorial is great. And when I noticed your little temple icon that links to mormon.org I had to smile. I'm LDS, too, which just added to this great little find. :D Reply Delete

I have to admit in all my years of sewing (38) I have never seen this. But I ran across it and saved it. This past 5 days I have my grandchildren visiting. Yesterday was a free day. I wanted to teach my 9 year old granddaughter how to sew. We made this. She sewed on my machine and it looks awesome. She wanted flannel (her choice) so we used Hello Kitty in hot pink and black ribbon. A couple of hours (she did alot of the work) she had a pillowcase. We are both thrilled with the results. Thankyou for the most awesome tutorial. You younger sewers are so freaking clever. We did everything the hard way. Thank you! !! Reply Delete

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. Now to find some fabulous fabric like the ones you used. One thing I must ask, do you wash the fabric before you start or do you just leave it. I didn't see you mention this in the tutorial and maybe it's just understood but I'd like to know if you wash the fabric before you sew. Thank you! Reply Delete

Thanks for your sweet comment!! I do not pre-wash any of my fabric before I sew with them. I've never had any problems. :) Delete

Even though you first posted this a long time ago, wanted you to know how much I appreciate that it is still on the blog. I am making a pillow case for a quilt that will be a gift. This tutorial is perfect! I thought it would be a great way to store quilt, and a nice package too. Thanks again. Delete

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Last Christmas my friends and I decided to do a 'homemade only' gift exchange. I made these for them, a perfect beginner's sewing project for me and something usable for them :) Everyone loved them! Thanks!! Reply Delete

I just finished making two of your easy pillowcases to match the quilt I'm making for my bed. They turned out beautifully!! Thanks for the great tutorial! Reply Delete

I really happy to know that and i want to try this also one!
When i was a little then I had a sleepover party for one of my birthdays and we did pillow case decorating. I think we just used fabric markers but I remember it being great fun. and I still have my pillow case! Reply Delete

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I LOVE these. I have found that if I accordian-fold the large piece, it is much easier to pull out! TFS Reply Delete

I love these! I have found that if I accordian-fold the fabric instead of rolling it, it is much easier to pull through! TFS! Reply Delete

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This is MAGIC! So glad I checked out your tutorial. I've been wanting to make pillow cases with the three coordinating fabrics but I wasn't sure how to handle all the raw edges! This is fantastic. Thank you for the great, detailed tutorial! Reply Delete

My niece would love if she got to choose material to make her own pillow case. I can see her picking out all pink prints. Pink is her favorite color.

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This was so great! I had to make a small pillowcase for my friend's son so I adjusted the measurements a bit, but it could not have been easier! Thanks so much for the tutorial - now I have to make new pillowcases for myself. :) Reply Delete

These are darling! Thanks for the detailed instructions. The style I'd been using before wasn't as cute without the ribbons. Have you ever tried customizable? That's the next DIY I want to try.

Hi Kerri! Just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for this wonderful pillowcase tutorial! I've spent two evenings now making a bunch of them and now I am ADDICTED! I just used some old fabrics from my stash that I've had for years and didn't know what to do with. and wow even with my not so cute fabric..they turned out so cute anyway! Your tutorial is fool-proof - even for silly fools like me. ha ha! Thanks again for taking the time to show us how to make these. Your directions are so clear and the photos are just beautiful! I love your taste! Beautiful! I can't wait to go shopping for some really cute fabrics so I can make these for my sweet nephew and nieces! Hmmm. they might get one for each holiday. Halloween, Christmas, Birthday, Easter etc! Reply Delete

Now I have a place to use up all my mismatched sheets! Granddaughter and I are gonna have fun! Reply Delete

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I am re-decorating my bedroom and wanted to make matching pillow cases. I came accross your gorgeous blog last night and it is fabulous!! Thankyou for sharing all your wonderful ideas and tips. x Reply Delete

Adjust the pillow inside the pillowcase to your desired level of firmness. Remember that the magical pillowcase is designed to provide a personalized sleep experience, so feel free to experiment with different pillow positions to find what works best for you. It is important to note that the magical pillowcase works best when used consistently. Make it a part of your nightly routine and try to use it every time you sleep. This will help your body and mind adjust to the unique qualities of the pillowcase and ensure that you receive its maximum benefits. When you wake up in the morning, take a few moments to reflect on how you feel after using the magical pillowcase. Notice any improvements in your sleep quality, energy levels, or overall well-being. This will help you understand and appreciate the positive impact that the magical pillowcase has on your life. Remember, the magical pillowcase is a powerful tool that can greatly enhance your sleep experience. By using it properly and consistently, you can unlock its full potential and enjoy the countless benefits it offers. So, make the most of this magical tool and experience the difference it can make in your life..

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