Easy DIY pillow cover with flange – beginner-friendly tutorial

Give your throw pillows a chic refresh with this beginner-friendly sewing project from Be Brave and Bloom! This tutorial shows you how to sew DIY pillow covers with a simple flange border. No zippers, no buttons, and no stress! You’ll start with a basic square cover and add a clean, crisp edge using a topstitch, which creates that elegant flange effect. All it takes is four easy seams and a few quick presses with an iron. The result? A custom, high-end look that feels anything but basic. You can use this same method for different sizes and styles – just pick your favorite fabric and go for it!

It’s a fast and satisfying project that makes your space look beautifully finished – without complicated sewing skills. Perfect for new sewists looking to build confidence!

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