What are decorative pillow covers called?
pillow shams
These “false front” pillow covers became known as pillow shams! A sham is a decorative pillow case that transforms normal sized pillow fills into useful accessories for one’s bedding set. Pillow shams normally come in traditional pillow sizes: Standard Sham (26″ x 20″), King Sham (36″ x 20″), and Euro Sham (26″ x 26″).
What is the difference between a sham and a pillowcase?
What is the Difference Between A Sham and a Pillow Case? Simply put, a pillow case is there to protect your pillow and keep it clean as you sleep. A pillow sham is there to hide your pillow behind a more decorative facade. Typically pillow cases are open at one end, with no type of closure.
Why do they call it a throw pillow?
A “throw” is a piece of material used to cover a sofa (e.g. to keep it clean). It is large in area so it is “thrown” over the sofa. So if you put (or “throw”) a pillow at random on a bed, this gives rise to its name.
Can you sleep on a sham?
Because of its decorative nature, you’ll often use a pillow sham strictly as an accessory or to prop you up in bed while reading or relaxing. You can sleep on them, although they may not be the most comfortable.
Do you put a pillow sham over a pillow case?
A pillow sham covers another set of pillows that sit or lay over the pillow cases. There are some slight differences that show the difference between a pillow case and pillow sham. A pillow case will be open at the end or have a slit and no closure.
Are pillow shams necessary?
Putting pillows in shams helps keep pillows clean and safe from kids, pets, and makes a bed look good. A set of shams paired with a duvet help tie-together a bed’s overall look for aesthetic value. A sham can be easily put on or removed from a pillow and placed in the wash if needed.