Making Pillowcases for Children!

    A hospital experience can be terrifying and traumatic for both a child and their family. While others strive to find a cure, Ryan’s Case for Smiles helps with the stress and emotional impact of illness in the here and now. Our whimsical pillowcases give children an emotional boost, while our CopingSpace and JustSibs resources and tools help families better understand and cope with the experience.
    SEW A PILLOWCASE!
    Both Store locations are a drop off location for these cases!



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    We can’t get enough bright, cheery pillowcases. It is easy to do and only takes a few minutes. Click below for simple and fun instructions for creating your own whimsical pillowcase:
    How To Sew A Pillowcase Directions  (click here) ***

    It is important to wash the fabric before sewing pillowcases and please do not use scented detergent or dryer sheets.  Once completed, pillowcases will be packaged by chapter coordinators and prepared for delivery to partner hospitals.
    *** Please be sure to include a note with your name and address so we can thank you properly.

    What kind of fabric can I use to sew pillowcases?
    • Fabric needs to be 100% cotton. Please do not use fabric with glitter.
    • Remember to use fun, colorful novelty prints!
    • Check with local coordinator for local hospitals specific requirements.
    • For example: some hospitals do not allow flannel and red pillowcases tend to bleed. Some hospitals also do not accept holiday themed pillowcases.
    • We do not accept ‘No-sew pillowcases’.
    • See Pillowcase Guidelines for full list of guidelines.

    MILES OF PILLOWCASE SMILES
    Throughout the month of September each year, Ryan’s Case for Smiles hosts a Miles of Pillowcase Smiles campaign . The goal is to complete a minimum of 40,000 pillowcases, one for each child in treatment for cancer.

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