Measure the shape of the pillow to determine how much fabric you need. Our shape is 17” square. Add an inch to this measurement for a seam allowance and that is how wide the fabric should be. Multiply that width by two to determine the length. Then add 3" to 4" for an overlap of the fabric on the back of the pillow. In other words, 17" + 1" =18" x 2 =36" + 4" =40". Measure and cut the fabric to your calculated size.
Fold the fabric 1/2” on all four sides, starting with the long ends first, and iron. Make sure the iron is on the proper setting for the type of fabric. You won't see the longer ends when the pillow is finished, but you will see the shorter ends. So to make it look nice and professional, lower the two shorter ends another 1/2" and iron.
Join the ends together. Cut two pieces of the fusible link band the same size as the shorter ends of the fabric. Place them between the folds and iron and fabric together.
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Place the pillow in the center of the fabric and fold the ends so you have the correct pillow measurement and the fabric overlaps about 3" to 4" in the center. Pin the overlapping fabric together and slide the pillow out.
Use the fusible link net to close the open ends. Measure the seam band and place it between the seam allowance and iron the seam until the pillow is closed.
Use a short piece of tape to attach the small piece of overlapping fabric.
Carefully insert the pillow through the overlap and you're done (Image 1). Whether you're looking for an affordable update or to go perfectly with your graphic fabrics, creating your own decorative slipcovers is an easy DIY solution (Image 2).
