Anyone who has ever come across sewing bedding on their own knows that, firstly, it is not difficult, secondly, it is much more profitable than buying, and thirdly, it will definitely satisfy your taste in color. The main thing is to know some technological features of the fabric itself, from which it is planned to sew, to be able to take the correct measurements taking into account shrinkage and seams and strictly follow the following instructions. So, about everything about this in more detail, plus the cutting of bed linen - a diagram with a width of 220 centimeters (double set).
Fabric for sewing
What to sew bed linen from? Today, the choice of materials is so huge that it is not surprising your difficulty in choosing. But this is a very important point, because not only the bed service life depends on it, but also the most important thing - your healthy comfortable sleep. Let's figure it out.
The main requirements for the materials are:
- softness and pleasant tactile sensations to make you comfortable sleeping;
- the fabric must be made of natural materials so as not to cause allergies, diaper rash (which often happens with synthetics, because the skin does not breathe in it and the sweat does not evaporate);
- it must be wear-resistant and withstand many washes, plus it must have a special weaving of the thread so that the dirt is easily washed off;
- the material must be certified, then all of the above requirements will be taken into account, and bedding from such a fabric will last more than one year, and you will not have an unpleasant surprise in the form of molting, shrinkage or peeling paint, which will also negatively affect the health of you and your loved ones.
Now we dwell in more detail on the type of fabric itself. Most often, cotton fabrics are used for bedding - this is calico, poplin, satin. They are soft and pleasant to the touch, environmentally friendly, with a high hygroscopicity threshold, which means that they pass moisture and air well, so the body breathes in them. Plus they wear out for 3-4 years of regular use. Chintz is better not to choose, it is thin for bedding and is more often used for baby diapers.
Flax in its pure form is rarely used in the manufacture of sets due to its natural rigidity. However, according to the characteristics, it is perfect for bedding, due to the excellent thermoregulation. In hot weather, it’s cool to sleep on it, and the fabric quickly evaporates excess moisture, while not getting wet, the body breathes. And in winter, flax warms well and quickly. The way out is to use linen with an admixture of cotton, in a proportion of 50/50 or 60/40, such a sleeping set will be soft as cotton, and have the same properties as pure linen. Of course, such a fabric will cost more than satin or calico.
Another material gaining popularity is mako-satin, it is very soft and durable, and Egyptian cotton has been added to its composition . Here is a very rich diverse range of shades. Such material is suitable for the manufacture of luxury kits.
60/40 cotton bamboo linen is also popular. Such underwear turns out to be very soft, breathable, antibacterial, good moisture-removing. The only caveat is a small variety of shades. Suitable for those who prefer linen, a calm natural palette.
Silk is less commonly used. But he is picky enough in tailoring, so it is suitable only for experienced craftswomen.
Standard Double Bed Size
The cutting of bed linen with a width of 220 consists of 2 or 4 pillowcases, 1 sheets and 1 duvet cover and has the following standard sizes:
- a sheet - 220x240 cm;
- duvet cover - 220x240 cm;
- 2 pillowcases - 50x70 cm or 70x70.
This is the Euro standard, and in some sources you can find discrepancies with these sizes, plus or minus 10-20 cm. There are also family sets consisting of 2 duvet covers, 2 or 4 pillowcases and 1 bed sheet. The classic double version does not provide a width of 220 cm.
We will analyze in detail the cutting of bed linen - a scheme with a width of 220 (euros).
The amount of fabric and the necessary materials
We calculate the consumption of fabric with a canvas width of 220 cm.
Sheet length = 240 cm + 5 cm (for hem) = 245 cm.
Duvet cover length = 240 cm x 2 sides + 5 cm for seams and hem = 485 cm.
We count pillowcases, 2 pcs (take the European standard 50x70). On a canvas width of 220 cm, it just fits 4 times 50 cm + 5 cm x 2 for allowances, this is the length of our pillows. Then we measure their width down - this is 70 cm x 2 + 5 cm x 2 for allowances + 20 cm for the fabric entry. The result should be a piece of fabric measuring 210x170, which we will divide in half.
Total cutting of bed linen (scheme) with a width of 220 will require 245 cm + 485 cm + 170 cm of length, a total of 900 cm. Plus, you will need a zipper, buttons or buttons for a duvet cover. Be sure to use dense strong quality threads.
Sewing preparation
Attention, before starting sewing, the purchased fabric must be washed, dried and ironed so that it “sat down” a little, otherwise you risk getting disproportionate linen.
Now we proceed directly to sewing, the scheme for cutting sheets with a width of 220 is presented below.
We sew a sheet
Since we have a fabric with a width of 220 cm, the width of the sheet is already ready, but if you wish, you can put it off and hem it a centimeter from the edges for a better aesthetic appearance. Now let's get down to length - measure out 240 cm of width + 5 cm for allowances. First, the edges with open sections are processed with an overlock or zigzag seam. Then we bend them on both sides by 2 cm, iron to make it easier to stitch, and at a distance of several millimeters from the edge we make a decorative stitch. It looks like a cut of bed linen (width 220) - a diagram for a sheet. Agree, nothing complicated.
Another option is much more difficult.
If you want to make a sheet with an elastic band, then the pattern for cutting bed linen with a width of 220 will look like this:
- the length of the sheet = the length of the mattress + the height of the mattress multiplied by 2 + 3 cm by the seams (For example, 210 cm + 15 cm x 2 + 3 cm);
- the width of the sheet - the width of the mattress + the height of the mattress, multiplied by + 3 cm by the seams (200 cm + 15 cm x 2 + 3 cm).
We mark the length of the sheet 210 cm and a height of 18 cm on each side. Next, you need to sew the height in the form of a box that will be worn on the mattress. To do this, cut off excess material at a height, leaving only 210 cm of width + 1.5 cm on each side to the seam. Sew the edges with a double seam. We get a box for the mattress.
Now you need to step back from each edge of each side by 20 cm and make serifs. Next, take 4 gum 60 cm wide and sewn the edges to these serifs. Then we close the gum with a cloth and sew it into the hem so as not to touch the gum. The sheet is ready!
We sew a duvet cover
Next is the cutting of bed linen - a scheme with a width of 220 for a duvet cover. The fabric that we measured for the duvet cover (this is 240 cm x 2 + 5 cm for allowances, total 480 cm), we fold exactly in half and sew 2 sides with a double seam. We leave one to set up the blankets. It is best to take the smaller side and process the open or closed cut with a seam in the hem.
To close this side, you can use locks, buttons, buttons, which will be convenient for you. This is the European standard cutting of bed linen (scheme with a width of 220). The family kit requires two duvet covers usually 160x220 cm in size, respectively, in this case, the footage, and the layout will look different.
We sew a pillow
On pillows you need a piece 210x150 divided in half (i.e. 2 times 105x75 cm each).
The layout of the linen (width 220) for pillows 50x70 is as follows. Width 70 cm + 70 cm + 5 cm (for allowance) + 20 cm (for approach), length 50 cm +50 cm + 5 cm for allowance.
We retreat on the long side of 2 cm, hem the decorative stitch, then retreat 70 cm, bend, sew on the sides on the wrong side with a double seam. Then again we make a bend of 20 cm and simply process the edges on all sides. The result was a pillowcase with a bend.
After the bedding is sewn, it must be washed again in soapy water and ironed on both sides.
Instead of a conclusion
As you can see, sewing bedding yourself is not a very difficult process. It is profitable, convenient, inexpensive and will suit any housewife who has a typewriter with an overlock or zigzag stitch at home. The main thing is to correctly perform all measurements, stock up on quality materials and patience, and follow the schemes of this article.