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Place the book on the fabric cover and fold the pressed seams over to put the cover in place. One fat quarter or yardage of a second coordinating fabric for the flaps. This pattern is for a5 size notebook, if you have other sizes, dont worry, you can still adapt to this notebook cover pattern or you can make a nonsewup back cover with a strap for adjustment to suit different width. Mar 31, 2018 take to the ironing board and iron the cover out flat and fold in the raw edges where you left an opening to turn. Women cook, demonstrates how to make book covers from riley blake fabrics. It makes a perfect bible cover and will work for any other special books that someone carries often. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. Transform an old book and a favorite fabric into a stylish handbag with these steps. While considering ideas for a project to sew i settled on making a checkbook cover. Two fabric pieces cut 7 12 inches wide by 58 inches long. Im a doodler at heart you should have seen my high school notebooks. Start by cutting out all the pages of your book and trace the perimeter to get well on your way.

Cut fabric to your desired length and width, allowing for a halfinch seam allowance on all sides. Take your long tube and mark the middle, pin the middle at the chalk mark and sew a straight stitch across the tube to connect it to the cover. Notebooks and journals make thoughtful gifts for others and for yourself. I made this notebook cover following by small means tutorial. One fat quarter or yardage of coordinating fabric for the lining. If you are looking for a tutorial on how to make a tshirt quilt, hop on over to my post how to make a memory tshirt quilt. Are you ready for a super fun and super easy way to make a book cover i cant get over how easy it was to create a cover for my journaling bible. How to sew a reversible fabric book cover step by step tutorial. Flip right sides out so the wrong sides are together and top stitch along the seam you just made. Nicole lafoille teaches you how to make a purse out of a hardcover book. Cut out the pattern pieces using the dimensions you just calculated. Billettes baubles eco alternatives 2,822,852 views. Or create a cover for a much loved and read inspirational book.

Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book. Free tutorial with pictures on how to make a book cover in under 60 minutes by sewing with fabric, sewing machine, and pins. Im old enough to remember going to school with my school book covers carefully wrapped in brown paper for their protection. Oct 25, 2018 learn how to make a fabric book cover in this complete stepbystep sewing tutorial. The books detailed instructions on measuring and fitting include doityourself photographs as well as directions for creating custom dress. These fabric book sleeves are made with quilting cottons, padded with fusible fleece, and have pointed tabs with velcro closures. How to sew an easy fabric checkbook cover fabric checkbook covers are super easy to sew with these stepbystep instructions. Dont forget to share a pic of the fabric book covers that you make from this tutorial. 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. These stitches will also close up the opening where you turned your cover right side out. Now you have a completed cover with pen holder, pockets, and page makers. Fabric book cover with handles and zipper how to sew a. Im making one for a textbook, but you can use in on any hardcover book, journal, or binder. Mar 12, 2019 a fabric checkbook cover is one of my favorite sewing projects to make.

I jumped on the bible journaling bandwagon about a year ago. With the same notebook i used to sew the denim fabric book cover. Dress up an ordinary book with this collection of over twenty free fabric book cover patterns, tutorials, and diy sewing projects gathered from all over the web. Fabric book cover how to make more details on how to sew the fabric book cover. Dec 02, 20 my oldest son, almost 18 asked if i could make his girlfriend a little something too. My oldest daughter started middle school this year and she was required to cover all her textbooks in brown paper bags to protect them. Canvas collection of book cover layouts is the best on the web. No one i know likes the plastic covers that come with the checks. Measure the book s height and width, add 1 inch to each and use those measurements to make a triangular pattern for the side pieces. How to make sewing patterns solves the mysteries of pattern drafting with easy, stepbystep instructions and clear line drawings that show how to create customfit garments in a wide range of designs. How to make a purse out of a book national sewing circle. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew.

Aug 01, 2010 this pattern is for a5 size notebook, if you have other sizes, dont worry, you can still adapt to this notebook cover pattern or you can make a nonsewup back cover with a strap for adjustment to suit different width. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in this article. Make sure that the shorter of the two bias tape folds is facing you when you sew the tape into place. How to make diy fabric book covers fabric book covers. Quilted book cover tutorial steps this is a really easy project that is great for using up those small scraps that you cant bear to throw away. How to make a pretty checkbook cover sewing by moonlight. A fabric checkbook cover is one of my favorite sewing projects to make. Make a leather cover for your favorite book or to give as a gift to someone special. To make this book cover, please visit my web page to download the pattern and to see the step by step tutorials. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. This will help ensure that both folds are stitched. You can also follow the written instructions for this project.

I still write checks for a few bills and other things occasionally and i know others do too. Use this diy book sleeve sewing pattern to make custom book sleeves for yourself or a bookish friend. The books detailed instructions on measuring and fitting include doityourself photographs as well as directions for creating custom dress forms. Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn. Mar 04, 2010 i love how my quiet book cover turned out, though i cant take the credit for the idea. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. Use the top stitching as a guide and sew across once and back once. Nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. It was actually my thinker husband who thought of putting the button holes inside so the rings dont stick out of the book.

With this fabric cover, your books will stay protected from the constant ins and outs of lockers and backpacks. Lets do a little maths to calculate the actual fabric size that needed for sewing up the fabric book cover. Mar 18, 2014 begin by sewing 1 interfaced pocket piece to a noninterfaced pocket piece right sides together with a. Cut 2 of the large pieces, and 2 of the smaller pieces. With the book closed, measure the distance from the outer edge. Fabric book cover with handles and zipper make a fabric book cover. How to sew a reusable face mask quick and easy tutorial with billettes baubles duration. The fabric book cover needs 2 flaps or pockets at both left and right sides to fit in the plastic covers of the book, thus, add 3. You could also use it to add color and pattern to books on a shelf or coffee table.

Make book covers and bookmarks part 18 of 18 click through to watch this video on while youre stuck at home, make the most of your time by learning a new language, skill, or even train for a remotework job with our new premium online courses. Fold 2 inches of the fabric along the breadth to make the sleeves. Read further for more info about how to sew this notebook cover. How to make fabric book covers learn how to sew fabric book covers to fit any size book. Simply hit the play button to watch the the first video within the series, scroll through the. Our omnigrid omniarc ruler was used to create the colorful arcs of the rainbow on this easysew project. Jul 27, 2018 these fabric book sleeves are made with quilting cottons, padded with fusible fleece, and have pointed tabs with velcro closures. Sew lace or braided trim around the outer edges of your book cover.

You wont need to spend hundreds hiring a designer when you create your own awesome cover in canvas book cover maker. Begin by sewing 1 interfaced pocket piece to a noninterfaced pocket piece right sides together with a. Fabric book cover diy cover guest post craftionary. So today i thought of showing you exactly how i made the fabric book cover. Zipped fabric book cover with handles the spruce make. This is a great back to school project to beautify and protect all your books and binders. Binder cover how to make a book cover sewing on cut. You can decorate and personalize the cover with tooling and stamping or leave it unadorned. My oldest son, almost 18 asked if i could make his girlfriend a little something too.

This project is great for book lovers and lets you carry your favorite books around all day. Mar 26, 2018 nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. Making your own fabric book cover is a super quick easy project. Once the flaps are pinned, you need to sew along the edge of the remaining sides to create two pockets for the front and back covers. Our team of awesome designers have worked hard to create quality layouts which will help your book look professional and sell out. Cut an identical piece of ironon interfacing and iron it onto the wrong.

Make sure that your stitching line does not interfere with the fit of the book cover pockets. Fabric book cover with handles and zipper how to sew a tablecloth. Cut the main lining piece, four side pieces half and half, one pocket piece and a bottom piece out of the fabric. A fabric book cover is a fun sewing project and this tutorial will show. Ive made this type of checkbook cover in the past but have added a piece of 12. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in. One fat quarter or yardage of main fabric for outside of cover. How to sew a fabric book cover steps gather your fabric and sewing supplies.

Make beautiful diy bullet uournals from composition books or other hardcover note books. The first thing you need to make fabric book covers is obviously the fabric its the perfect thing for a fabric remnant thats not big enough for making a pillow but you love enough to put on display. Make beautiful diy bullet uournals from c learn how to sew fabric book covers to fit any size book. Determine the width of the cover, then double it, and add the width of the spine. I used a fabric covered button because i think it looks smart but you could use a plain button. How to easily make your own diy book sleeves with photos. And if you add a handmade cover, it makes the gift all the more personal and special. Design book covers with canvas free book cover maker.

Here is a little tutorial for the construction of a fabric quiet book cover. Fabric checkbook coverfree sewing tutorial mysewingpassion. A fabric book cover is a fun sewing project and this tutorial will show you how to make one with pockets and handles that closes with a zipper. Doesnt this rainbow composition book cover just make you smile. Find the method, style and skill level you want from this free sewing video series we have curated for you. You wont need to spend hundreds hiring a designer when you create your own awesome cover in. Using your rotary cutter, clear ruler and cutting mat. Pin the flaps to the cover and gently remove the cover to finish sewing. Fabric book cover tutorial how to sew craft passion.

And smiles during homework time are a very good thing. Topstitch around the edge of the checkbook cover using 18. Diy checkbook cover tutorial swoon sewing patterns. I love how my quiet book cover turned out, though i cant take the credit for the idea. How to make diy fabric book covers fabric book covers, make. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily. I spend most of my time making memory tshirt quilts for clients and i just finished one yesterday. How to make a reversible fabric book cover easy sewing for. Learn how to make a fabric book cover in this complete stepbystep sewing tutorial. So, the main benefit of a book cover is to simply add some extra prettiness to your life. Read quilter paul legers tips for making an easy note book cover with fabric of left over quilt blocks.