Sewing your own duvet cover set can be a fun and rewarding project for any sewing enthusiast. Model 12 is a popular duvet cover set sewing pattern that is both stylish and easy to follow. In this article, we will walk you through the steps of sewing a duvet cover set using Model 12.

Materials Needed:
– Fabric for duvet cover (2-3 yards depending on the size of your duvet)
– Fabric for pillow shams (1 yard)
– Coordinating thread
– Sewing machine
– Scissors
– Pins
– Iron
– Duvet insert
– Pillow inserts

Step 1: Measure and Cut Your Fabric
Start by measuring your duvet insert and adding seam allowances. For a standard duvet cover, you will need two pieces of fabric that are the same size as your duvet insert. For the pillow shams, cut two pieces of fabric that are slightly larger than your pillow inserts.

Step 2: Sew the Duvet Cover
Place the two pieces of fabric for the duvet cover right sides together and pin along three sides, leaving one side open for the duvet insert. Sew along the pinned edges using a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Trim the corners and turn the duvet cover right side out. Press the seams with an iron.

Step 3: Finish the Duvet Cover
Hem the open edge of the duvet cover by folding the raw edges in and sewing a straight stitch along the edge. Insert your duvet into the cover and secure with buttons or ties if desired.

Step 4: Sew the Pillow Shams
For the pillow shams, fold and press a 1/2 inch seam allowance on one of the long edges. Fold the fabric in half with right sides together and sew along the sides and bottom, leaving the pressed edge open for the pillow insert. Turn the sham right side out and press the seams.

Step 5: Finish the Pillow Shams
Insert your pillow insert into the sham and fold over the pressed edge. Sew a straight stitch along the pressed edge to secure the pillow insert in place.

Congratulations, you have now completed your duvet cover set using Model 12! This sewing pattern is versatile and can be customized with different fabrics and embellishments to suit your personal style. Enjoy your new duvet cover set and the satisfaction of completing a sewing project from start to finish.