I have read similiar threads here where someone suggested velcro, attached to the 4 inside corners of the duvet and then on the 4 corners of the comforter, there is iron on type so that you dont have to sew into the comforter or duvet.

my duvet cover has the strings in each corner. my duvet does not, but i just tie the ties around each corner. works like a charm . . .usually comes undone at about the same time the cover needs to be washed.

I'm in the same boat. After looking a year, I purchased RL queen duvet covers for my twin beds (there just aren't any really neat twin comforters anymore). I still can't believe I paid that much. I had to take them apart so I could resew the cording on to make them into extra wide twins. Now I have an odd size so my plan is to find an inexpensive queen quilt and cut it down to fit inside the duvet. I tried a twin and it really looks messy being too short. I've never had a duvet and HOPE I'm going to like it. We have cats and they already found it only after just trying it on one of the beds. I really think comforters look neater but I can wash these easly and I'm lucky I found something I'm really excited about.

So, I am also wondering if the quilt inside should be larger, the exact size or smaller. What do others have????

I think the ribbon ideas is the best for me.

I've tried the Velcro idea; for some reason, not so good.
They sell duvet clips in bedding stores; tried those. Unless I totally misread the directions, the clips are put on the outside, and that looked terrible.
Long ago, my mom used to use safety pins on the outside corners. Bad look.
So try turning the duvet inside out and sewing a handful of ribbons along the seam, and then attach some at the same points along the duvet. Tie them together and then flip right-side-out, and then tie the ones at the bottom.
(Sometimes Martha is right!)

Thanks everyone. I think the ribbons sound like a good idea - would probably hold better and not be as uncomfortable as velcro if you happen to grab that part of the duvet while sleeping. I think I would do more than just the corners, would want to do it in maybe 4 or 5 places along the top to really hold the comforter up there.

Sigh - I guess I have to learn to sew now! (I could do it by hand, that I know how to do - just seems like it would take a long time)

Doh, just thought of something - this duvet cover is reversible. Hmmmm, I might have to just commit to using one side of it....

Thanks everyone. I think the ribbons sound like a good idea - would probably hold better and not be as uncomfortable as velcro if you happen to grab that part of the duvet while sleeping. I think I would do more than just the corners, would want to do it in maybe 4 or 5 places along the top to really hold the comforter up there.

Sigh - I guess I have to learn to sew now! (I could do it by hand, that I know how to do - just seems like it would take a long time)

Doh, just thought of something - this duvet cover is reversible. Hmmmm, I might have to just commit to using one side of it....

I did have a duvet with the ribbons and it was great! I just wish all duvets were made like that! There are clips you can buy that clip onto the inside corners to hold the comforter in place. You can find them at BB&B. I use them and they work. No more shaking the duvet!
{{!gwi}}

kmcg85 - sounds great, and really easy but...do you even squish up the corner of the comforter and tuck under your chin? that's how I sleep and I can imagine these could feel uncomfortable! do you have this problem?

(ps for some reason I can't post another follow-up to this thread without changing the subject line. I've poked around/posted on some forums here before and don't remember this requirement - is it new?)

aboc1212,
I have the same question.Amazon has some padded clips which might be more comfy.

My Restoration Hardware duvet came with ribbons, which I use for the corners. I also use a safety pin in the middle of each side to keep the comforter from slipping. It works perfectly.

I won't use feather down anymore, so having a tiny, pin-sized hole in the trim of the comforter isn't an issue for me.

I've tried many of the above over the years

The past 2 yrs I just forgo the duvet & put a nice comforter over the down comforter - tight corners & it stays in place just fine. I also prefer the look

GL

I used buttons in my son's duvet -- one at each corner, and one in the center of each long side. Works great!

aboc, The clips are padded, but no, I have never had a problem with them. Actually, I have never felt them!

I sewed ribbon at the center and corners of each side of the down comforter and ribbon in the same positions of the cover.

Turn the cover inside out, tie the bottom of the comforter to the cover, and as you stuff the comforter into the cover, tie the matching ribbons.

my duvet has ties so here are my untried suggestions:

4 rubber bands. Poke the cover inside and grab the inside and the corner of the duvet. Secure with rubber bands.

Use 4 large "diaper size" safety pins.

Duvet covers often are bigger than the liners so you definitely need clips. In addition to the duvet clip mentioned, there are also clips that attach on the outside corners and are available in a variety of colors and designs. They add a nice appeal to the bedding decor while securing the inner liner to the cover. You can also add more clips along the sides and top of the cover.They are called Handy Accents duvet clips and are sold online.

The duvet (the comforter part) should be the same size as the cover. I've found that comforters are usually not the same size as proper duvets and don't fit the covers properly. Seems there is little standardization in these products.

We bought our first duvets and duvet covers in Europe and no problem with shifting, just gave them a shake in the morning and they were in place. The covers fit perfectly which I'm sure was the reason why they didn't shift.

I think clips or buttons would be uncomfortable if you actually used the duvet. If you only use it for decoration turned back no problem. Ties might be more comfortable.

luckygal,
I'm using a duvet for the first time. I am cutting down queens to go on twin beds (didn't come in twin). I also purchased queen quilts to use inside that I need to cut down. So do I make the inside quilt 1 inch smaller than the measurement of the duvet (they topstitched 2 inches inside on the three sides)? Do I need to take into consideration the thickness of the inside quilt?

Most duvet clips are designed so as not to be felt while in use. Handy Accents clips are 1" in diameter and weigh less than 1/4 ounce. A pic of them being used on a bed can be seen at http://www.handyaccents.com/productd2.html

I bought the Handy Accents Clips and they did not work for me AT ALL! To make matters worse, the seller would not refund the $$, only replace ones that were defective. I returned them and she said they were not defective. She was unable to understand that they did not work for me and would not credit the $$ paid.

In reference to the above post by JTMM, this customer was given a choice of a refund or replacement clips. She opted for and received a refund from Handy Accents.