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    Old 10-07-2011, 02:13 PM
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    Since I have never sewn with fleece before, my question is: My pillow form measures 27 x 27 inches. How large do I cut the fleece to cover the pillow including a seam allowance? Also, should I sew around 3 edges, then hand-sew the last edge AFTER I insert the pillow form? What size seam allowance should I use? This pillow will be used as something to sit on in my grandson's college dorm room, so I want to make sure it will be sturdy enough. If anyone has a better idea, please, I would be soooooooo greatful to hear from you.

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    Since it's going to live in a dorm room why not make a removable case? I make most of my quilts with the back as an envelope to slip the form in
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    Since you're using fleece, you could also "rag" the seam on the outside, with about 1-2" allowance. I agree with making it with an envelope for ease of washing.
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    Old 10-07-2011, 04:34 PM
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    Thank you for getting back to me. Your idea sounds good to me.
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