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pillowcase shapes and sizes - what si the basic oblong one called please?

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mckenzie · 20/01/2009 19:37

I'm trying to do an on line order and have the choice of Oxford, Housewife and Square. I'm just after a bertie basic pillowcase for DS. Which would that be please? TIA

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QwertyQueen · 20/01/2009 19:50

oxford

mckenzie · 20/01/2009 19:58

thank you very much

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wotulookinat · 20/01/2009 20:00

isn't a normal one a housewife one?

mckenzie · 20/01/2009 21:56

oh no!! A dfifference of opinion!!

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whoingodsnameami · 20/01/2009 21:58

Not oxford, that has edging, you need housewife.

bella29 · 20/01/2009 21:59

I thought oxfords have the sort of flap thing round the edge, whereas housewife ones are just plain.

Have a look at the White Comapny's website - they might explain

mckenzie · 20/01/2009 22:00

thanks everyone

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sagacious · 20/01/2009 22:00

housewife is plain oblong, oxford is also oblong but has a sort of flappy edge round it

whoingodsnameami · 20/01/2009 22:03

this is an oxford pillowcase

Goober · 20/01/2009 22:04

Housewife is your standard one. The Oxford has the edging, making it bigger.

mckenzie · 20/01/2009 22:20

thank you all very much. It is definitely housewife that I want then. Off to change my order!

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hellymelly · 20/01/2009 22:23

Yes,a housewife pillowcase is the bog standard model,an oxford has a flat border that extends around the case.and then of course you have frill borders,ladderstitching,.........

SallyJane1 · 21/01/2009 19:07

I have found the most friendly advice on duvets/pillows etc at www.theduvetstore.co.uk. Have spread the word to friends and family - if you have any wierd requirements probably a good place to go. Size guide is here:www.theduvetstore.co.uk/content/view/8/34/

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