king size pillow cases

**melina123** · 01-22-2007, 02:43 PM

I need to get two king size pillow cases and I am trying to save as much money as possible. I've tried free cycle and nothing...that's fine. I have an old ripped fitted sheet for a double/full mattress. Would I be able to sew a pillow case? If so HOW?

Melina

**Missy** · 01-22-2007, 02:58 PM

i bet you could.

I would measure my pillows, add six inches to the length and three to the width. Sew the long sides together and one short side, usinga rolled hem( stronger) and then i would turn under an inch on the "Insert pillow here" end. Press that, then fold once more a 2.5 (give or take) edge and sew that down for a finished look.

I dont know how else to explain it

**Jerseygirl** · 01-22-2007, 03:38 PM

I have been finding great deals on them at Bed Bath and Beyond, a few weeks ago I found a set of 2 king cases, originally $38, marked down, down and down some more, then added the 20% off coupon and ended up paying less than $4 for them, and they are great quality, I have done this a few times, I have lots of big pillows on our bed. If you have one in the area it might be worth digging through their clearence tables.

**melina123** · 01-22-2007, 06:15 PM

Okay,

I broke down and bought the pillow cases. 2 for a total of $7.34. Not the best deal but not the worst.

**miss_thrifty** · 01-22-2007, 06:39 PM

hmm Im going to make some soon or trey to attempt to. we got our king size pillows and cases from hubbys brother fro both kids. they love them.

**MOMMYDEAREST** · 01-22-2007, 09:09 PM

not sure if you have a "value city", "tj max" or a "aj wright"? thats where i get all my sheets & pillowcases from. i just got a brand new bed last week & i bought 2 king pillowcases for $3.99 each, thats a awesome deal!!! those stores are discounted stores, discontinued items, so thay have excellent prices. good luck!!

**bumplett** · 01-22-2007, 09:13 PM

Originally Posted by melina123

Okay,

I broke down and bought the pillow cases. 2 for a total of $7.34. Not the best deal but not the worst.

I think you got a great deal! Those king size suckers are expensive!! Good Job

**booboo44** · 01-23-2007, 12:02 AM

i just make my own pillow cases i sew by hand they dont take much to make i just measure the pillow then fold the material in half and sew the open end together and make a small hem in the part u slide the pillow in i just get materil at walmart so easy to make