By popular request, i am here to show you how to make a custom binder cover with exterior zippered compartment. Book covers help protect any book you wish to put in it. Lay the binder open across the fabric and trace its outline onto the fabric using a pencil. All designs, photographs, and images are protected by federal law.
Fabric checkbook cover with duplicate check divider. Today, i want to teach you how to sew a custom notebook cover that will fit a standard size composition book that measures approximately 7. Quilted bible cover project featured on our youtube channel. If you chose a brightlyflowered book as i did and wanted to cover it with lightcolored fabric, youll still see those bright flowers on the top and. Mar 04, 2018 this entry was posted in uncategorized and tagged diy, fabric, home decor, learn to sew, sewing, zippered pillow cover, zippers. Original lloyd flanders calypso replacement covers zippered fabric cover onlycushion cores not included. Zippered bible cover sewing tutorial i dont have a bible, but would be good for any big book bible cover with zipper sewing instructions fabric craft ideas make your own bible cover bing images convert this to hold sewing tools. Aug 25, 2016 hey yall and welcome back to sewspire. The most common zippered book cover material is cotton. Dec 02, 20 my oldest son, almost 18 asked if i could make his girlfriend a little something too. Use that line to iron another seam into the fabric and then check to make sure that it covers the binder completely. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson.
Those words describe exactly how i feel when i walk through the doors, grab a cart and start running my hands over all of the beautiful textiles. Diy sewing book cover pattern, sewing fabric book cover tutorial, beginners book cover sewing pattern the perfect pretty cover for journals, old books and albums. Use a yardstick to figure out where the bottom edge needs to be to cover the binder and place under the binder. I love the crisp, new feel and do not want to lose that to anything othe. While the book is drying, create the zipper insert. For this project you will need a heavier weight twill fabric for the body and some lighter quilt weight cotton for the. As an option, you can choose fabric handles to be added to your gotcha covered cloth book cover. One fat quarter or yardage of coordinating fabric for the lining. Purse style cover features a zippered closure, dual carrying handles and a front zip pocket. Turn the book over, position it on the fabric how you want it, press down, turn it over so the back is now facing you, and smooth it out with your hand.
Turn the check book cover over keeping the vinyl folded firmly in place and place on top of a piece of tissue paper. I made this fabric book cover tutorial to be super easy and hundreds of people have been enjoying this pattern. How to make your own book cover with a zipper leather book. Antimicrobial midnight tar coal black stretch fabric book sox cover jumbo size. Zippered book cover tutorial book cover diy, fabric book. You should leave at least 1 inch of excess fabric around the book. Melissa mortenson is a creative mama, published author, licensed fabric designer and the founder of the polka dot chair blog. So today i thought of showing you exactly how i made the fabric book cover. Open your binder on the fabric so that you can see just a smidge of fabric above the binder, like this. Quilted bible cover project featured on our youtube.
The top and bottom edges of the book will show, inside the flaps. Learning how to cover zipper ends properly will add the perfect, professional touch to zippered pouches. How to make a book cover with handles and a zip youtube. 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, some fabric, and a zipper. 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. This book cover is for a textbook but you can use it on any hardcover book, journal, or binder. Side under your needle ad check again to be sure the vinyl is folded under evenly and topstitch around the entire checkbook cover from the outside fabric side, 18 inch from the edge. Just measure, open the notebook flat, cut around leaving enough border to fold to the inside of the notebook covers, and glue with a liquid fabric glue elmers works. Turn under the raw edges at the top and bottom and glue it down.
Leather wholesale premium wallets and leather belts. Do i need to sew the zip onto 2 bits of fabric first and then attach the fabric to the cover to. The polka dot chair is a place for creative moms and families to come to find simple and inspiring diy projects for their home, sewing projects, holiday crafts, and family recipes. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in. Im sharing how to make fabric book covers without sewing. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover.
My oldest son, almost 18 asked if i could make his girlfriend a little something too. So together we decided a pencil bag together with a fabric book cover would be great. How to make a zippered pillow cover tutorial for beginners. The polka dot chair is a place for creative moms and families to come to find simple and inspiring diy projects for their home, sewing projects, holiday crafts, and. With the book closed, measure the distance from the outer edge.
Aug 03, 2015 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. Zipped fabric book cover with handles the spruce crafts. Fabric book cover with handles and zipper make a fabric book cover. This secret of this quilted book cover is a zippered pocket thats perfect for.
The last step is to create pockets that the book cover can fit into on both ends to keep it in place. I know many people are wondering how i do the zipper for my organizer. Bible book cover with zippered for men and women, book protector, pu leather handle,tree pattern,bible case,christian bible tote l 4. When i was in school many years ago i would cover my blah notebook with fabric my paisley pattern got lots of comments. How to sew a notebook cover with zippered pocket sewspire. Includes silvertone charm dangle with scripture reference on. If it doesnt, turn the book cover wrong side out and make any adjustments that need to be made. A bible cover will not be mailed to you by purchasing this listing.
Please be sure to open the file to see the entire item as the pictures are only a part of the cover. That would be approximately 2x the thickness of the book2 38. Instylecraft stretchable fabric book cover 6 pattern prints, for medium to. I want to teach you how to sew a custom notebook cover that will fit a standard size composition book that measures approximately 7. You can always cut the fabric down if you have more than an inch. How to make a zippered back for a pillow the polka dot chair.
Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. You can also follow the written instructions for this project. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial. I always list more standard size book covers than anything else with the idea that if you want a different item in that fabric you may be able to. New listing disney hannah montana stretchable fabric book cover lot of 2 covers new.
Turn an old book into a clutch for your belongings. One fat quarter or yardage of a second coordinating fabric for the flaps. Fabric book cover with handles and zipper the spruce. Betz white book clutch free recycle reycled see kate sew sewing tutorial sturdy upcycle upcycled zipper zippered. Upcycled zippered book clutch free sewing tutorial with see kate sew. Side under your needle ad check again to be sure the vinyl is folded under evenly and topstitch around the entire checkbook cover. Also, the lightcolored fabric, even with the liner, was not sufficient to conceal the flowery book.
Jun 08, 2011 i made this fabric book cover tutorial to be super easy and hundreds of people have been enjoying this pattern. Cut around the traced image on the fabric, leaving an extra inch around the drawing to allow you to wrap the fabric around the binder edges. Thanks for finding our book covers and other items on artfire. A fabric book cover is a fun sewing project and this tutorial will show. Cut out the pattern pieces using the dimensions you just calculated. I am so happy to be here with you, sharing this creative time together. Little bird zippered book cover sewing page 1 of 3 cs0284 zip up your book your book in this quilted book cover with a cute bird applique on the front. You can customize a plain binder with a zipper feature in a short amount of time. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew. Oct 25, 2018 if it doesnt, turn the book cover wrong side out and make any adjustments that need to be made. You can make them to blend in with the zip or the pouch, or even make a statement like the orange ones on. Covers that have zippers also help to keep all sorts of papers neatly organized and inside the book. Students use zippered binders for classes, and office personnel use them for reports or important presentations. Medium weight fabrics work best you want a fabric thats heavy enough that you cant see through it but also isnt too bulky.
If you want to be one of them, stop on by at a case of the crafties. Its a great back to school project, but you can also use it to add color and pattern to books on a. Place the 2 large pieces right sides together, and pin them. And, i really do not like a wrinkly, messy looking bible. A zippered binder is a type of portfolio that can be zipped closed to keep the contents inside protected. Mar 6, 20 for christmas i received a lovely esv study bible. Apr 24, 2015 turn the check book cover over keeping the vinyl folded firmly in place and place on top of a piece of tissue paper.
How to sew a three ring binder cover with zipper pocket. Zippered book cover tutorial book cover diy, fabric book covers. Add a cute zipper pull and you are set for notetaking with all your needed supplies in the zippered pocket front cover. About 4% of these are book cover, 19% are notebooks. 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. No part of this pattern may be digitized or reproduced in any form unless given express written consent by shabby fabrics. It seems as if anything is in the realm of possibility. One fat quarter or yardage of main fabric for outside of cover.
Many people use a fabric book cover to carry around their bibles or other books that they use on a regular basis. How to make your own book cover with a zipper ehow. This free sewing tutorial demonstrates how to make a clutch bag using a hard cover book, some fabric, and a zipper. Glue fabric to front of book, then flip it over and trim the corners. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Its best to use a home decor fabric because it is a bit thicker and holds its shape nicely.
But, once in a while actually only once yet it gets dropped in the snow. We always perfectly center our designs which you will see when you open each listing. Digital sewing pattern, zippered bible case, book cover, bible organizer, book holder. Making pretty ends for your zippers are very quick and easy and require very little fabric. Many people use a fabric book cover to carry around their bibles or other books that they use. About 32% of these are book cover, 4% are file folder, and 15% are notebooks. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in this article.
So, after taking your measurements, cut these pieces. You can see the instruction in the book zakka style, but here are additional pics for you. A wide variety of zipper book cover options are available to you, such as plastic type, material. New medium black genuine leather bible book cover case zippered organizer this black leather bible cover features a zippered main pocket,hand strap, a pen holder inside, self closing front pocket, and. Upcycled zippered book clutch free sewing tutorial. 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. It makes a perfect bible cover and will work for any other special books that someone carries often. Now cut two pastedowns from fabric backed with heat n. Nov 28, 2017 melissa mortenson is a creative mama, published author, licensed fabric designer and the founder of the polka dot chair blog. Gotcha covered cloth book covers are not suitable for school textbooks or binders. New large black genuine leather biblebook cover case zippered organizer. Follow instructions on purchased ironon decal, place where desired, and you have a completed book cover. Zippered bible cover sewing pattern, diy bible covers. Devoted collection includes this cover with brown microfiber fabric and silkscreened art in a pink floral pattern.
Premium xxl jumbo blue book cover stretch fabric sox sock school its academic. Making your own fabriccovered binder happy little homemaker. Do be careful about your bookfabric selection, and make sure they match, or are complementary. Sew the opening closed using an invisible stitch aka ladder stitch. Flip over top and side flaps to finish your book cover. Sandwich the zipper between these two layers of fabric with the end. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This particular tutorial includes the instructions and measurements for a 1. How to sew a zippered pillow cover the renegade seamstress. How to sew a notebook cover with zippered pocket by sewspire. My children love to carry it from the van to church.