Adding Easy Duvet Ties

INSIDE : Do you have a duvet cover, but the comforter slips and slides inside? Learn how adding Easy Duvet Ties makes all the difference. Sewing these simple loops into a duvet cover will keep everything perfectly in place!

Adding Simple Duvet Ties
Polka Dot Patterned Twin Duvet Cover Set

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This post has been updated since it’s original April 2022 publish date.

If you have been following along, you know earlier this year I spent six weeks updating my daughter’s bedroom from a mish mash of randomness, to an adorable Modern Tween Bedroom.

So many wonderful big and small projects go into giving any room an update and today’s post is just one example of that.

Want to check out all the projects?

Easy Duvet Ties and Loops

What supplies do I need to sew duvet ties?

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Duvet supplies

How to keep my duvet from moving?

The best way to keep your duvet inset from getting bunched up is by using ties on the inside. However, not all duvets and duvet inserts come with them. The fun Polka Dot duvet I got from HM didn’t have any ties or loops inside, so I needed to add them.

No duvet TIES? Make your own.

Start by cutting about 4″ of your jute twin or any sturdy yarn. You will be using this to create your duvet ties.

Next, cut a piece of thread about 8″-10″ long. Once your needle is threaded, tie a knot at the end with both pieces of thread. You want your thread to be double strong for this project, as shown below.

Fabric and threaded needle

Folding your jute twine in half, pierce the needle through the middle a few times to secure the thread and jute twine together.

Jute Twine

Turn your duvet inside-out and sew your jute twine ties to each corner.

Taking a knot with twine

I ended up having jute twine ties at each corner and then two more in the middle of each long side of the duvet for extra holding strength.

Twine tie knot

No duvet LOOPS? Make your own.

If your duvet or duvet insert doesn’t have loops either, you will simply repeat the above steps. Instead of sewing the jute twine in half to create ties, you will sew the ends together to create a loop and then sew that loop to the corresponding corners to match up with the ties.

Do you have duvet loops, but not sure what they are for?

If your duvet does have loops, then you are in luck! I highlighted in peach and orange dashed lines below of my loops.

Adding Easy Duvet Loops

Simply, pull your jute twine through the loop and make about 2 or 3 knots to secure it.

Duvet insert

Once you have tied all the jute twine and loops together, you can flip your duvet right side out again.

You might need to find a sharp object and slightly fix the corners, but you now have yourself a no-slip duvet and insert!

Duvet-hoop ties

Adding Easy Duvet Ties

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $15

Do you have a duvet cover, but the comforter slips and slides inside? Learn how adding Easy Duvet Ties makes all the difference. Sewing these simple loops into a duvet cover will keep everything perfectly in place!

Materials

  • Cream + Black Spot Pattern Duvet
  • Twin Comforter Duvet Insert
  • Thread + Needle
  • Twine
  • Sewing Scissors

Instructions

  1. Start by cutting about 4″ of your jute twin or any sturdy yarn. You will be using this to create your duvet ties.
  2. Next, cut a piece of thread about 8″-10″ long. Once your needle is threaded, tie a knot at the end with both pieces of thread. You want your thread to be double strong for this project, as shown below.
  3. Folding your jute twine in half, pierce the needle through the middle a few times to secure the thread and jute twine together.
  4. Turn your duvet inside-out and sew your jute twine ties to each corner.
  5. I ended up having jute twine ties at each corner and then two more in the middle of each long side of the duvet for extra holding strength.

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Quality Duvet Inserts

A quality duvet insert can help to provide a restful night’s sleep. Here are some key items to look for when picking an excellent duvet insert…

Fill material

  • Luxury fills – Down and wool are known for their incredible softness, warmth, and breathability.  A duvet with down fill offers superior insulation, while wool wicks away moisture and regulates temperature naturally.
  • Alternative fills – Down-alternative synthetic fills and even plant-based options like Tencel Lyocell can offer hypoallergenic and durable choices at a lower price point.  And if you are looking for a year round duvet insert, don’t forget to consider breathability and weight.

Fill power

  • A higher fill power indicates more down or down alternative per ounce. That means increased loft, warmth, and weight.  A 550+ fill power is considered good, with 700+ offering the most luxurious feel.

Construction

  • Baffle box construction – Have you ever had the fill in a duvet all settle at the bottom? Having individual sewn compartments helps to prevent the fill from clumping and ensure even distribution for consistent warmth.
  • Double stitching – Strong seams help to prevent rips and leaks, which are especially important for down or feather fills.
  • Shell fabric – Having a high thread count cotton or a breathable synthetic duvet shell helps to contribute to the overall softness and durability.

In the end, the best duvet insert for you depends on your personal preferences and priorities.

Consider your sleeping style, climate, budget, and any allergies you may have.

Check these high quality inserts below and make sure to get your correct bedding size.

Polka Dot Duvet

Now if we need to launder the duvet cover, I can simply untie the ties and wash it without issue. I don’t know why all duvets and duvet inserts don’t come with pre-made loops and ties. It seems like it should be an easy enough thing to add!

Regardless, now you can add your own in less than an hour. Win win.

Black and White Polka Dot duvet

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2 Comments

  1. I love this idea! It’s so easy and convenient to just tie a duvet cover together when it needs to be changed.

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