At the end of the lesson, the students are able to:
define what is pillow case,
identify the different sizes of a pillow case,
construct a pillow case pattern.
A pillow case is a piece of clothing used to cover the pillow and which can be removed and washed. A pillow can serve as a breeding ground for bacteria and microorganisms that can lead to infections and other health issues. Using a pillowcase is the first and most crucial step in keeping your pillow clean and free of allergens. You can use a pillow without a pillowcase, but a pillowcase is required if you want to highlight the hygiene element as it can keep your pillow stay clean and protected.
Housewife – with an opening on one side with an inside flap at the open end used to tuck in the pillow.
Oxford (including Mock Oxford) – a pillowcase with a thick border or flap along all of the edges. These are also used as sham pillows.
Bag – this pillowcase has a simple opening on one side with no inner flap. Hotels and other lodgings typically use this type of pillowcase.
Pillowcases also differ by the fabric. There are five types of pillowcases by material--
Cotton Pillowcases
Polyester Pillowcases
Satin Pillowcases
Silk Pillowcases
Flannel Pillowcases
Throw Pillowcases
However, in this lesson, its focus is to create a simple pillowcase.
Standard Case: 21" x 32"
Queen case: 21" x 36"
King Case: 21" x 42"
The finished pillowcase is 1" wider than the pillow. This gives a bit of room around the pillow, allowing for easier insertion of the pillow into the pillowcase.
Draw a perpendicular line and make the intersection as letter A.
2. From A downward measure 32" for the length of the pillowcase and mark it letter B.
3. From A forward measure 21'' for the width of the pillowcase and mark it letter C. Then square downward.
Draw a perpendicular line and make the intersection as letter A.
2. From A downward measure 16" for the length of the back part of the pillowcase and mark it letter B.
3. From A forward measure 21'' for the width of the pillowcase and mark it letter C. Then square downward.