The skipped 3 chs count as 1 sk ch, 1 ch1sp and 1 turning ch. I made my own notebook cover after buying a cheap notebook from the stationery shop. Journal covers make great gifts and are a superfun way to use fabric scraps. How to sew a book cover that fits more than just one book. The cross, grapes, and wheat embroidery pattern this article. Also, instead of an elastic band you could use a ribbon, in which case it would need to be stitch to both sides of the cover. With the book closed, measure the distance from the outer edge of one cover, around the book to the outer edge of the other cover.
Old fashioned paperback book cover a free pattern perfect for gift giving to book lovers click to tweet book cover. Oct 25, 2018 poke out the covers using a point turner, push out the seams and give the book cover a light pressing. I still have to carry my checkbook for that whopping one time a month i have to write a check to preschool. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I often place favorite parts of my fabric design on the front of the cover.
Jul 06, 2017 this book cover is for a textbook but you can use it on any hardcover book, journal, or binder. Old fashioned paperback book cover crochet pattern. Sew sensible wallet and checkbook cover free sewing. Although i do appreciate them and their black and white marble exis. Yes, a good 9 years ago when i just started sharing my design and pattern in craft passion. Cut fabric to your desired length and width, allowing for a halfinch seam allowance on all sides. Use a glue stick to glue the cardboard to pieces of batting or felt and cut out. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions what you need. Pattern easy cork or leat her notebook cover you can make this project with any fabric that you can cut and leave raw that includes cork fabric, leather, vinyl, and wool.
I havent made anything yet but i certainly plan to in the days to come. The left edge of the front cover will fall at 14 34. I used a fabric covered button because i think it looks smart but you could use a plain button. Old fashioned paperback book cover crochet pattern oombawka. My tutorial is based off of this one by jennifer paganelli with a few modifications. You may have trouble trying to put a hard covered book into the cover. Embellish a very basic bible case with trims or extra pockets if desired. I made this notebook cover following by small means tutorial. I incorporated a technique that i saw somewhere else that makes turning this right side out really simple. And theres even a book cover designed with a carrying handle. Because most of my family live 100s to s of kilometers away, and because we wont be seeing them, i wanted to get it done as soon as possible to make sure it gets to their. Remove the book and you will have a large rectangle. One fat quarter or yardage of coordinating fabric for the lining. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily.
Mar, 2012 for the cover on the bottom i used blocks from the farmers wife sampler quilt book. The last step is to create pockets that the book cover can fit into on both ends to keep it in place. I like to drape my workinprogress on the cover to see how the piecing will look on the finished dimensions. Notebooks and journals make thoughtful gifts for others and for yourself. If it doesnt, turn the book cover wrong side out and make any adjustments that need to be made. My daughter asked me to make her a checkbook cover so she didnt have to use the ugly plastic one gasp. And, of course, the main benefit of making your own book cover is being able to customize it to the size of your book. The red dashed lines crossing the center of the design mark the actual pattern center. The cover can be pieced and quilted or just one piece of fabric. Aug 14, 2016 these covers are so handy for keeping your journals and your favorite soft covered books nice and clean. Some are simple with sleeves of felt or wool to hold needles, others quite elaborate with pouches and pockets to hold supplies. The instructions are suitable for any sized journal or book. Cut out two each of the a, b, c and heart pattern pieces.
I think a large flap is good the book cover will fit more tightly and youll have to space to keep some postcards, bookmarkers, etc. The ereader cover can be made with our easy and free sewing pattern, which will teach you how to install a simple zipper in a fullylined pouch. Simply hit the play button to watch the the first video within the series, scroll through the. Place the 2 large pieces right sides together, and pin them.
Before you sew the opening closed, try it on your book to make sure it fits the way you want it to fit. Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn techniques for adding embellishments, applique, patchwork and even free form fabric collage. Mar 18, 2014 who really writes that many checks anymore. Fabric soft book cover with sewn in book marker black 6 pack stretchable washable reusable durable for hard book cover. Why spend more on the cover that i will throw away upon finished up the whole book. How to make a reversible fabric book cover easy sewing for. To create this article, volunteer authors worked to edit and improve it over time. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. Apr 23, 2020 the last step is to create pockets that the book cover can fit into on both ends to keep it in place. Im sharing how to make fabric book covers without sewing.
Fabric book cover tutorial i decided that i am going to include quite a few handmade gifts for christmas this year, so i have been very busy sewing cute and fun items. Pdf sewing pattern for my a5 journal notebook cover want to make your own lined, fun notebook cover and be able to adjust for any size of book. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book. Not only that you can use this pattern and tutorial for literally any book size, now you are able to sew in 2 options with a slight adaptation, fitted width cover or flexiwidth cover. I use one for my journal, one for my sewing journal, one to carry with me to take notes or jot down ideas in. Clear vinyl to enhance the hardness of the book cover leather as a stripe to hold the book closed free projects, giveaways, exclusive partner offers, and more straight to your inbox. It seemed a shame that someone like myself who can sew, had been using a plastic one too. Before you watch the video, be sure to download the templates here. Of course i dont remember until we get there and oh crap. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the. This book cover is for a textbook but you can use it on any hardcover book, journal, or binder. Im going to show you how to make a fabric book cover that you can adjust to cover any size book.
Notebook cover sewing pattern with free book cover tutorial. Notebook cover sewing pattern craft passion free craft. Diy checkbook cover tutorial swoon sewing patterns. Enjoy your new quilted ipad case, kindle cover or ereader sleeve.
Upcycled zippered book clutch free sewing tutorial. The book cover can be customfit to any size of book, so the first step is to take three measurements. Sewn book cover 5 book cover diy, fabric book covers. Check out my quick and i mean really quick im talking about 10 minutes quick. Composition books are a staple in back to school supplies, but disguise them in pretty fabric and they can infiltrate other areas in your life and serve a purpose at the same time.
One fat quarter or yardage of main fabric for outside of cover. You can find all the articles relating to making this embroidery design into a book cover through the following links. Mark sewing lines of the fabrics after adding allowances. Add 1 12 inches to this measurement 1 inch for seam allowances and 12 inch for ease. Sew a fabric book cover fabric book covers, book quilt. Fabric book covers are a quick, easy sew project that can be completed in about an hour. Sew a notebook cover of your own by using this notebook cover sewing pattern.
Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book covers. Plus, a book cover can be an excellent project for using up fabric scraps from your scrap bin. Free notebook cover sewing pattern on how to sew a book cover for your notebook. Place your book, face down, on the paper and trace around the edges of the front cover with your pencil. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Lay the book on the paper strip, front cover facing you. If you make this free ereader sleeve sewing pattern, wed love to see it in the craft buds flickr group. Notebook cover sewing pattern with free book cover. Upcycled zippered book clutch free sewing tutorial with see kate sew this free sewing tutorial demonstrates how to make a clutch bag using a hard cover book.
Find the method, style and skill level you want from this free sewing video series we have curated for you. And if you add a handmade cover, it makes the gift all the more personal and special. Make a pretty cover for a boutiquesize tissue box with this free sewing pattern and decorator fabrics. Lets dressedup your notebook and personalized it to your taste with a new cover. Today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners.
Dec 02, 20 fabric book cover tutorial i decided that i am going to include quite a few handmade gifts for christmas this year, so i have been very busy sewing cute and fun items. Turn the book so that the back is face down and trace this. Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn techniques for adding embellishments. How to make coronavirus face masks, and how effective they. Turn the book so that the back is face down and trace this cover with your pencil as well. It also works great as a simple, lined pouch for your journal, pen or crafting supplies. Its a great back to school project, but you can also use it to add color and pattern to books on a. After piecing the outside i am hoping to make a few more of these, so ill update with other ideas.
Cut out the pattern pieces using the dimensions you just calculated. How to sew a fabric book cover steps gather your fabric and sewing supplies. To determine the size of the flap, fold the left side of the paper over the cover until the flap has the size you want it to have. Aug 01, 2010 lets dressedup your notebook and personalized it to your taste with a new cover.
Secure your cards, cash and checks in this sensible trifold wallet and checkbook cover that you can sew yourself with this free tutorial. Luxury a5 book cover sewing pattern, with free book cover tutorial for any sized book jacket. Leave the cover plain or decorate it with some hand embroidery, machine embroidery, or even some english paper piecing. Fabric book cover tutorial how to sew craft passion. Nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. Cut an identical piece of ironon interfacing and iron it onto the wrong.
Whether youre wanting to make a cover for a much loved book that is getting a little worn from being read over and over again or to protect a favorite inspirational book, this basic tutorial can be used to make a fabric cover for them. Turn the book up on its spine, and trace the width of the spine. Basic skills necessary sew a straight line sizing finished measurements the size of a composition book. I had visions of covering them with beautiful paper but after a couple of failed attempts in gluing and pressing and dealing with warping which led to more pressing, i dropped the idea and the notebooks just sat. We used a standard paperback, paper, scissors, a pencil and a ruler. Since bibles vary in size, the ability to create a customized fabric book cover is a real advantage. One fat quarter or yardage of a second coordinating fabric for the flaps.
Aug 23, 2012 as im designing a cover, i keep a composition book on hand for visual reference. Two 12inch lengths of grosgrain ribbon that is 1 inch wide. Zipped fabric book cover with handles the spruce crafts. Journal or book at least one cover needs to be flexible. These covers are so handy for keeping your journals and your favorite soft covered books nice and clean. Sep 26, 2016 in a previous video i showed how i made a fabric notebook cover, and mentioned that you could add battingwadding. Well good thing i carry my checks in my super cute checkbook cover. Mar 26, 2018 nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. Aug 15, 2018 wikihow is a wiki, similar to wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are cowritten by multiple authors. Creating a fabric bible case is relatively a simple sewing project. Also cut out 2 cardboard support pieces from light weight cardboard a cereal box is great. As promised, here is my kindle cover tutorial sorry for the delaywe had some friends come visit, and i didnt coordinate my time before their arrival very well but we had a blast. In a previous video i showed how i made a fabric notebook cover, and mentioned that you could add battingwadding.
Paper book covers bible covers covering books with paper diy back to school supplies make a book cover book crafts gift crafts handmade books book journal. One garment i made was not scaled up properly i made the pattern which the books chart said i should make which turned out to be way too small, like almost child sized. You may have trouble trying to put a hard covered book into the. Materials 2 fat quarters 18x22 of cotton quilting fabric. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Fabric book cover fittedwidth prewash all fabrics and iron them to remove wrinkles. This fabric book cover tutorial also comprises the method on how to measure your book and calculate your own dimension according to your book size. Paper book covers bible covers covering books with paper diy back to school. This gorgeous cover will accommodate an a5 book 210mm x 148mm or 8 14 x 5 78 and can be used for any a5 book you like.
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