How much fabric is needed for a hot dog pillowcase?
The main fabric or “hot dog” needs to be 27″ (3/4 yard, 68 cm). The “cuff” or “bun” fabric needs to be 9″ (1/4 yard, 23 cm).
How much fabric is needed for a standard pillowcase?
1 yard
On average 1 yard of fabric will make one Standard size pillowcase. If you’re making two pillowcases go for 2 yards, and keep increasing by one yard if making more. This will depend a bit on the width of the fabric. With a very wide piece of fabric you may be able to get away with fewer yards.

How many yards is an 18×18 pillow?
Basic Square Pillow
SIZE | Fabric Repeat: 0″ | TRIM |
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14″ | 1/2 yd | 1 2/3 yds |
16″ | 1/2 yd | 2 yds |
18″ | 1/2 yd | 2 1/4 yds |
20″ | 2/3 yd | 2 1/3 yds |
How big do I cut fabric for an 18 inch pillow form?
For an 18″ wide pillow, cut two squares of fabric measuring 18 x 18 inches. I don’t cut them larger for a seam allowance. I find making the pillow covers slightly smaller than the pillow forms makes the pillows nice and full looking.

What are the measurements of a travel pillow?
Travel Pillow (12″ x 16″ ) – An All About Down® Travel Pillow is the size of an airline pillow. It’s small enough to pack easily, yet substantial enough to provide your head with soft support each night.
What is the size of a travel pillow pillowcase?
Here’s a quick sewing tutorial for a super-easy travel-sized pillowcase, which is designed to fit over smaller pillow forms (14″ x 20″); available at most big box retailers.
What can I do with 1 yard of fabric?
Depending on the style and silhouette, you can easily make tops, dresses, bags, and accessories out of 1 yard of fabric. Also, if your fabric is 60 inch or 152 cm width by 1 yard fabric, you will have lot more options to sew compared to a fabric yard with 45 inch or 114 cm width.
How much fabric do I need for 18×18 pillow?
All you need is half a yard of 45 inch wide fabric to sew an 18 inch pillow cover.
How many yards of fabric do I need for a 20×20 pillow?
3/4 yard
Beta Program
Dimensions (Length by Width) | Amount of Fabric Needed for 1 Pillow Cover (Using 54-inch Wide Fabric with No Pattern Matching) |
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16 x 16 inches | 1/2 yard |
18 x 18 inches | 5/8 yard |
20 x 20 inches | 3/4 yard |
30 x 30 inches | 1 yard |
How much fabric do I need for 16×16 pillow?
1/2 yard
Supplies needed for an Envelope Pillow Case: fabric {1/2 yard is good for a 16 X 16 or smaller pillow}
How do I know what size pillow insert to use?
Pillow Inserts FAQ For a full and plump look, choose an insert 2″ larger than the size of the pillow cover. For example: if you purchase a pillow cover that’s 20×20, purchase a pillow insert measuring 22×22.
How much fabric do I need for a travel pillow?
FABRIC – ½ yard (0.45m) of cotton fabric – Choose a soft fabric that will breathe and not make you sweat. I used a soft quilting cotton. Since this will be next to your face, make sure you prewash the fabric before you start sewing.
What size of pillow do I need?
How Many Pillows Does Your Bed Need?
Mattress | Mattress Width | Number and Size of Pillows Needed |
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Full (Double) | 54 inches | 2 standard, super standard, or queen size pillows |
Queen | 60 inches | 2 queen or king size pillows |
King | 76 inches | 2 king or 3 standard king size pillows |
California king | 72 inches | 2 king or 3 standard king size pillows |
How much fabric is needed for a travel pillowcase?
On average 1 yard of fabric will make one Standard size pillowcase. If you’re making two pillowcases go for 2 yards, and keep increasing by one yard if making more. This will depend a bit on the width of the fabric. With a very wide piece of fabric you may be able to get away with fewer yards.