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Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Pillowcase Bag

Have you ever wondered what to do with those pillowcases you have left from unused sheet sets?  Make a bag!!  I found this tutorial at MarthaStewart.com and it was super easy!


I actually used a European sham case so I had to modify the tutorial just a little bit.  The sham was a perfect square so I just trimmed it down a little to make a rectangle.  Oh, and I found this DKNY sham at TJ Maxx that retails for $59.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond but I got it for $3.00 on clearance!

According to Martha, first trim 1/4 inch off the closed edge and cut in half diagonally.  Then, hem the cut edges.  I used a zig-zag stitch in contrasting thread to make it visually appealing.


Then, place one pillowcase half inside the other, lining up the bottom edges.  Pin and sew where the fabric overlaps on the diagonal.  Turn the bag inside out and hem the bottom.  Turn right side out and tie the top in a knot!

This was so fun and easy!  I can't wait to hit up Goodwill and get some more pillowcases!

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30 comments:

  1. DollfaceJanuary 27, 2010 at 11:31 AM

    Thats such a cute and creative idea!!! I feel like all of my pillow cases are not that cute to being with though... hahaha xxooo

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  2. One Cheap B*tchJanuary 27, 2010 at 11:44 AM

    I can't wait to try this b/c I have a ton of pillowcases that I can use. For some reason, like socks in the dryer, in my house pillowcases seem to lose their mate.

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  3. JulieMarch 15, 2010 at 2:23 PM

    It turned out great! Love the flower detail. Was that on the case already? Thanks for sharing with Made it Monday! Jules

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  4. Megan GunyanMarch 15, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    That's cute! I think that would make a cute bag for my daughter, too. So easy and I love it!

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  5. CourtneyKebMarch 15, 2010 at 3:11 PM

    Who'd have known! Thanks for a great idea!!

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  6. UnknownMarch 15, 2010 at 4:16 PM

    I have seen this pattern on Martha Stewart and then forgot about it! You did great and now I have to make one!
    Rebekah {all thingz related}

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  7. avisiontorememberMarch 16, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    that is so cool!

    I would love for you to link up to check me out saturdays over at my blog www.iamonly1woman.blogspot.com

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  8. Kassi JaneMarch 16, 2010 at 4:10 PM

    so cute~! i have been wanting to make a pillow case bag for so long!

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  9. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignMarch 16, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    That's cool! I hadn't seen that on MS.com before!

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  10. Jess @ Just a BlinkMarch 17, 2010 at 12:34 AM

    Nice inspiration for me to learn to sew! One of these day, one of these days. ;)

    Nicely done!

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  11. LuckyStarErinMarch 17, 2010 at 9:20 AM

    very cute idea! the pillowcase design works perfect for a purse. Love it!

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  12. Denise MarieMarch 17, 2010 at 10:00 AM

    wonderful project. yours looks really fancy.

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  13. HelenaMarch 17, 2010 at 11:57 AM

    Yay for clearance prices! That looks really good.

    Thank you for linking this up to A Little Craft Therapy with Life in the Pitts.

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  14. Julie from JulieChatsMarch 17, 2010 at 8:20 PM

    What a COOL idea! And a bargain too!

    Stopping by from Today's Creative! Signed up to follow you! Stop on over when you get a chance http://juliechats.blogspot.com I'm always looking for a few more crafty followers!

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  15. Pati @ A Crafty EscapeMarch 18, 2010 at 8:09 AM

    This is super cute... my problem is I never find cute pillowcases at Goodwill. I might have to hit up TJ Max because I love this idea!

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  16. Megan @ Meanwhile...March 18, 2010 at 12:49 PM

    That is super cute! I've been saving pillow cases to make dresses for my daughter, and this would be a great way to use the extras. Good job!

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  17. Fawnda@Fireflies and JellybeansMarch 18, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    This a super cute! Love it! : )

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  18. JessMarch 18, 2010 at 5:52 PM

    That is AWESOME! I am totally going to make one!! Come stop by my Favorite Things Friday Party if you would like to join in!

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  19. AndreaMarch 18, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    What a great idea for old pillowcases!
    Andrea @ TheTrainToCrazy.com

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  20. Carolyn @ My Backyard EdenMarch 18, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    I love this idea! I have a couple of pillowcases in my linen closet that are going to become bags!

    Thanks for linking up to Make it Yours Day at My Backyard Eden!

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  21. Tidy Brown WrenMarch 19, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Thanks for sharing this idea! I just bought some adorable pillowcases at the thrift store but wasn't sure what to do with them. Now I know!

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  22. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeMarch 24, 2010 at 12:55 AM

    Cute project! Very creative!

    Thanks for linking up again for Friday Favorites! Hope to see you again this Friday!

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  23. The Davidson DenFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Cute!!

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  24. RobinFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I am SOOO making one of these. As soon as I dig out my machine... sigh.

    Thanks for posting.

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  25. MarieFebruary 17, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    So cute! I have several pillowcases that could use new "duty" :-)

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  26. UnknownFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    What a cute idea!!! I am your newest follower!! Come check out my crafty blog at http://www.craftycagirl.blogspot.com

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  27. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Cute and simple, sturdy and fabulous! Thanks for linking up to Beyond The Picking Fence.

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  28. annies homeFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    love this idea I love the fact that pillow slips are often found at yard sales that are beautiful i think I may make a few of these for my teens who are going away to school

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  29. annies homeFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    forgot to share with you that I am your new follower you can find me at my blog annies home located at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  30. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    This is awesome! I can't wait to try this.. looks like good practice with my sewing machine! Thanks for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party!

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