What is percale and how does it feel?

Percale is a tight, plain weave that creates a matte finish and crisp hand. It feels cool and smooth against skin, with a structured texture that softens through washing but never loses its body. It's more breathable than sateen and holds up well to frequent laundering.

Will the print fade after washing?

Cotton percale is typically printed with colorfast dyes designed for repeated washing. Wash in cool water and avoid chlorine bleach to preserve the print. The fabric itself is engineered to withstand regular laundering without pilling or weakening.

Does this pillowcase come with a matching sheet set?

The pillowcase is sold separately, but a matching Wallowa Floral sheet set is available. You can buy the pillowcase alone to add pattern to solid bedding or purchase the full set for coordinated layers.

Is percale good for hot sleepers?

Yes. Percale's tight weave and matte finish allow air to circulate more freely than sateen or high-thread-count fabrics. Cotton percale is a common choice for people who sleep warm or live in humid climates.

Wallowa Floral Pillowcase

The 3-second version

100% cotton percale for breathable, matte-finish comfort
Wildflower print that mixes easily with solid or patterned bedding
Softens with washing while holding its crisp structure
Percale starts crisp, softens over time
Print may not suit minimalist bedrooms
Requires ironing for a pressed look

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Wallowa Floral Pillowcase

Most printed pillowcases either fade into the background or demand you redecorate around them. This one splits the difference: the wildflower motif adds visual interest without dictating a color scheme, so it drops into existing bedding rather than requiring a full set purchase. The percale weave matters because it starts crisp and breathable, then mellows into softness without going limp—printed sateen often feels slippery and traps heat. If you want a pillowcase that layers as easily as a solid but adds the detail of a print, the percale base and restrained pattern make it workable.

Good gift when

People who want pattern without committing to a bold theme
Anyone refreshing guest-room bedding for a polished look
Homes mixing new pieces with existing solid sheets
Those who prefer natural fibers and lived-in textures

Skip it if Percale's crisp texture takes a few washes to fully soften, so if you prefer bedding that feels broken-in from the first night, consider pre-washed linen or jersey knit instead.

Specs

Material: 100% cotton percale
Sizes Available: Standard, King
Color Options: Chamomile, Multicolor
Origin: Made in Portugal

What's included

One pillowcase

If you're giving it

You'll need their size

Buyer must choose between standard and king sizes.

The details

This pillowcase brings a delicate wildflower pattern to your bedding without overwhelming the room. The print draws from meadow walks in Oregon's mountains, rendered in soft tones that layer easily with solid sheets or other patterns.

Woven from 100% cotton percale, the fabric delivers the crisp hand and matte finish percale is known for, then softens with each wash into the relaxed texture that makes cotton bedding a weeknight staple. The tight weave stays breathable even as it gets softer, so you're not choosing between coolness and comfort.

Available in standard and king sizes to fit most pillow dimensions. The print works across bedrooms—children's rooms, guest beds, or your own—because it reads as gentle detail rather than a theme. Pair it with the matching sheet set or use it to add pattern to solid bedding you already own.

Made in Portugal, where textile mills have spent generations perfecting cotton weaving. The percale construction means the fabric holds up to regular laundering without pilling or losing its structure, so these pillowcases stay in rotation for years rather than months.

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Wallowa Floral Pillowcase

Delicate wildflower print on breathable cotton percale

$89–$99at schoolhouse.com

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The 3-second version

100% cotton percale for breathable, matte-finish comfort
Wildflower print that mixes easily with solid or patterned bedding
Softens with washing while holding its crisp structure
Percale starts crisp, softens over time
Print may not suit minimalist bedrooms
Requires ironing for a pressed look

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Questions

What is percale and how does it feel?: Percale is a tight, plain weave that creates a matte finish and crisp hand. It feels cool and smooth against skin, with a structured texture that softens through washing but never loses its body. It's more breathable than sateen and holds up well to frequent laundering.
Will the print fade after washing?: Cotton percale is typically printed with colorfast dyes designed for repeated washing. Wash in cool water and avoid chlorine bleach to preserve the print. The fabric itself is engineered to withstand regular laundering without pilling or weakening.
Does this pillowcase come with a matching sheet set?: The pillowcase is sold separately, but a matching Wallowa Floral sheet set is available. You can buy the pillowcase alone to add pattern to solid bedding or purchase the full set for coordinated layers.
Is percale good for hot sleepers?: Yes. Percale's tight weave and matte finish allow air to circulate more freely than sateen or high-thread-count fabrics. Cotton percale is a common choice for people who sleep warm or live in humid climates.