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KazzyK810 · 08-12-2012, 02:03 PM

Sorry, this is not doggie fashion related, but I thought this was the best place to ask.

I have a king size duvet cover that I want to cut down to queen size (tiny rooms in the new wee house, so smaller beds...)

I'd like to make a pillow out of the fabric I'll be cutting off. As it will be narrow & long, I thought a neck roll type pillow would be best.

I found a picture of how I'd like it to look, but don't know how to make the fabric cording shown where the top of the pillow meets the sides. Do I roll the fabric or put something in there to give it shape & if so, what? string?

Here's a picture of what I'd like to make (with the exact same fabric). It's a Ralph Lauren Woodstock duvet, which is a discontinued pattern, so I don't want to goof and have one shot at making this right.

Thanks for any tips.

Perrella · 08-12-2012, 03:08 PM

Oh sheesh, I have no idea how to help, but it sure is cute. Can't wait to read how the ones who know direct you

jadabug · 08-12-2012, 04:10 PM

That will be beautiful, but with my limited sewing knowledge, I would have no clue how to do this without a pattern.

southernbelle04 · 08-12-2012, 04:42 PM

It's hard to tell for me, but is that piping? I know kjc did a little tutorial that had piping on it somewhere. You could always swap it out with decorative trim you can find at any craft store. Good luck with your project! I hope someone can help more than I!

KazzyK810 · 08-12-2012, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by southernbelle04

It's hard to tell for me, but is that piping? I know kjc did a little tutorial that had piping on it somewhere. You could always swap it out with decorative trim you can find at any craft store. Good luck with your project! I hope someone can help more than I!

Yeah, I'd thought about just using decorative trim, but I'd like it to look like the pillow that used to be available with the Woodstock line.

I think I'll practice on scrap fabric and see if I can make it look like that by putting a variety of string/cording in it, before I use the little bit of good fabric I'll have.

dawn27 · 08-12-2012, 05:49 PM

Im not one for patterns.... is see it in my mind or in a picture and just go for it.

This is what I found on line... I think this should work for you, good luck !

Free Pattern and Directions to Sew a Bolster Throw Pillow Sham or Cover to Match Your Home Decorating - Calculations and Cutting

My lil friend · 08-12-2012, 06:24 PM

You can purchase the pillow form at JoAnns and usually there is a pattern and instructions with it. I did this for my bed and put tassels on the ends.

rubymoon2072 · 08-13-2012, 06:50 AM

you can make the piping if you have the simplicity bais tape and piping maker, it makes it much easier but i am almost positive if you youtube search this there are vidoes that will show you how to make it w/o the machine. good luck.

DBlain · 08-13-2012, 09:30 AM

8/32'' Diameter Cotton Piping 50yds*: home decor notions *: sewing & quilt*: *Shop | Joann.com

I can't believe I am answering a sewing question but this is what I am pretty sure you need. not exactly sure how it works, you may have to turn the fabric inside and out and sew it together in long tube and then turn right side out and push the piping through, or you sew the fabric around the piping tube. There are probably directions or someone at the store can explain, but that is what you put underneath the fabric.

DBlain · 08-13-2012, 09:34 AM

https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/...our-own-piping

here is just one site with how to info, but when you goggle how to sew piping a bunch of sites come up.

My lil friend · 08-13-2012, 09:38 AM

Piping can also be purchased already made,it is found along with the bias tape at JoAnns. The best thing to use to sew piping in is a zipper foor for your sewing machine. If your machine will allow you to move the needle off center then it is alot easier.

My lil friend · 08-13-2012, 09:39 AM

Just a side note,for those that are learning to sew. There is a book called "The Sewing Bible" that can tell you how to do any technique that you could possibly want. I have been sewing for 33 yrs and I still look stuff up.

rubymoon2072 · 08-13-2012, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by My lil friend

Just a side note,for those that are learning to sew. There is a book called "The Sewing Bible" that can tell you how to do any technique that you could possibly want. I have been sewing for 33 yrs and I still look stuff up.

thanks i youtube everything so that i can see hands on what they are doing but im also going to check out this book!!

KazzyK810 · 08-13-2012, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DBlain

8/32'' Diameter Cotton Piping 50yds*: home decor notions *: sewing & quilt*: *Shop | Joann.com

I can't believe I am answering a sewing question but this is what I am pretty sure you need.

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Originally Posted by DBlain

https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/how-make-and-attach-your-own-piping

here is just one site with how to info, but when you goggle how to sew piping a bunch of sites come up.

Thanks, Donna

That piping looks exactly like what I need...more substance than string..lol Hopefully I can buy it by the yard at the store and don't have to get 50 yards of it

Love the tutorial! Explains how to do it very well.

Seems like you have more sewing knowledge than you realize....looks like you'll have to buy a sewing machine too!

DBlain · 08-14-2012, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by KazzyK810

Thanks, Donna

Seems like you have more sewing knowledge than you realize....looks like you'll have to buy a sewing machine too!

still on the fence about that one, the thing is I love fabric so I go to the fabric store alot and then find someone to sew for me, I saw all those pretty things you knitted so I want help with that, when the winter comes, we will get togeter for wine and wool by the fire

08-12-2012, 03:08 PM	#2
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08-12-2012, 04:42 PM	#4
southernbelle04 Katie Scarlett's Mommy Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweet Home Alabama Posts: 7,554 Blog Entries: 1	It's hard to tell for me, but is that piping? I know kjc did a little tutorial that had piping on it somewhere. You could always swap it out with decorative trim you can find at any craft store. Good luck with your project! I hope someone can help more than I! __________________ Aymee & Katie Scarlett

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dawn27 2+2=4 X the Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bean Town Ohio Posts: 9,456 Blog Entries: 1	Im not one for patterns.... is see it in my mind or in a picture and just go for it. This is what I found on line... I think this should work for you, good luck ! Free Pattern and Directions to Sew a Bolster Throw Pillow Sham or Cover to Match Your Home Decorating - Calculations and Cutting __________________ Mommy to: Quincy, & Ruby Bella / Miah & Brandi Gone but Never Forgotten Visit: Bella Dawns for all of your Custom Pet Wear needs.

08-13-2012, 06:50 AM	#8
rubymoon2072 Cedric♥Lola♥Keylo Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Gilford, NH, USA Posts: 9,209	you can make the piping if you have the simplicity bais tape and piping maker, it makes it much easier but i am almost positive if you youtube search this there are vidoes that will show you how to make it w/o the machine. good luck. __________________ Cedric N Lola N Keylo RIP Punkee Princess

08-12-2012, 06:24 PM	#7
My lil friend Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA Posts: 3,269	You can purchase the pillow form at JoAnns and usually there is a pattern and instructions with it. I did this for my bed and put tassels on the ends.

08-13-2012, 09:30 AM	#9
DBlain Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oakland County MI Posts: 6,190	8/32'' Diameter Cotton Piping 50yds: home decor notions : sewing & quilt: Shop \| Joann.com I can't believe I am answering a sewing question but this is what I am pretty sure you need. not exactly sure how it works, you may have to turn the fabric inside and out and sew it together in long tube and then turn right side out and push the piping through, or you sew the fabric around the piping tube. There are probably directions or someone at the store can explain, but that is what you put underneath the fabric. __________________ Lola my amazing little yorkie-pom Donna

08-13-2012, 09:34 AM	#10
DBlain Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oakland County MI Posts: 6,190	https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/...our-own-piping here is just one site with how to info, but when you goggle how to sew piping a bunch of sites come up. __________________ Lola my amazing little yorkie-pom Donna

08-13-2012, 09:38 AM	#11
My lil friend Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA Posts: 3,269	Piping can also be purchased already made,it is found along with the bias tape at JoAnns. The best thing to use to sew piping in is a zipper foor for your sewing machine. If your machine will allow you to move the needle off center then it is alot easier.

08-13-2012, 09:39 AM	#12
My lil friend Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA Posts: 3,269	Just a side note,for those that are learning to sew. There is a book called "The Sewing Bible" that can tell you how to do any technique that you could possibly want. I have been sewing for 33 yrs and I still look stuff up.