Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. How to make a patchwork quilted journal cover blogger. Close your book, holding your fabric as you do to see if you have enough ease. Fabric book covers paperback book cover hidden secrets. Get the best deals on vera bradley book covers when. So, the main benefit of a book cover is to simply add some extra prettiness to your life. Sew a bag sew a zipping book cover with handle and pockets free pattern and instructions. The method shown includes selvages, but you can choose any patchwork or strip piecing. Add 1 12 inches to this measurement 1 inch for seam allowances and 12 inch for ease. Handmade quilts also make thoughtful gifts or keepsakes to hand down. Quilted book cover tutorial by beret nelson gives step by step instructions on how to make an artistic quilted book or journal cover.
This book cover size is for the original mass marketsize paperback novel. My name is charlotte, sometimes known as ms lottie, occasionally as the slightly mad quilt lady. Several fun, fresh patterns including sailboats, and fishbubbles being my favorite. How to make your own book cover with a zipper ehow. This is a great project for practicing quilting skills without having to make a large quilt. Oct 02, 2015 cindys guest, jo packham from where women cook, demonstrates how to make book covers from riley blake fabrics. Old fashioned paperback book cover before ebooks and audiobooks there were paperback books. Before ebooks and audiobooks there were paperback books. Learn how to make a quilted book cover with this pretty pattern. I make paperback book covers that are similar but i. 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. Plus, text book cover designs are usually utilitarian at best, and ugly at worst.
And of course it needed a case so i started searching for tutorials bible plus devotional book cover, free pattern. These beautiful, longwearing fabric book covers are designed to protect your books and are available in five sizes to hold paperbacks, hard cover books, bibles, and the new 12 taller premium paperback recently introduced by publishers. 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. To keep a nice book nice, and to disguise one thats been defaced, sew a simple fabric book cover. It makes a perfect bible cover and will work for any other special books that someone carries often. 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. Fabric book cover instructions amazon web services. Fabric book cover tutorial how to sew craft passion. Quilt patterns over 700 free quilt patterns available. Crazyquilted book cover, part i yesterdays thimble. This is a very easy pattern you can choose to try to apply a yarn pooling technique, or use a solid color yarn instead. This easy patchwork quilt pattern is a great way to get your friend something that is customized and one of a kind.
You can also follow the written instructions for this project. Does anyone have a recommendation or a free pattern for a paperback book cover, similar to the vera bradley ones. Quilted paperback book cover pattern free quilt patterns. Over 700 free quilt patterns to start your next quilting project. Fabric book covers for paperback novels cloth book. Turn the book up on its spine, and trace the width of the spine. How do you recommend making a book cover for those small ones where the spine doesnt bend all the way back. Do be aware that there are a couple of repeats from the book modern baby including the two i just mentioned that was published in 20. All book cover patterns available in the standard paperback novel mass market size. The most common quilted book cover material is cotton. 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. For a discussion of how to pair fabrics according to color, texture, and print, check out. This particular book cover was made with pre quilted fabric, a button closure, and a standard paperback book, but could easily be adapted to use non quilted fabric either layered with batting or not, a velcro closure, and. Pin each edge as markers, use a hot iron and press, the crease will help you to match up the edges when you need to sew it down.
Gotcha covered cloth book covers are not suitable for school textbooks or binders. The understated background fabric offsets the pretty strip of pieced fabric squares. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial book quilt, fabric book. Mar, 2012 quilted book style kindle cover tutorial. But it also serves the very practical purpose of protecting your book from wear and tear. Quilting books patterns and notions quilt patterns for. It makes a perfect bible cover and will work for any other special books. Free notebook cover sewing pattern on how to sew a book cover for your.
Thanks for sharing the pattern, i need to make a cover as my bible is looking a bit dog eared. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson. Today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. On the interior, it includes a ribbon bookmark and two sleeves to slide over the books cover. Take me to the sea quilt pattern featuring seaside by.
Pin flaps down and then lay your book down over the cover. The book cover can be customfit to any size of book, so the first step is to take three measurements. Pdf sewing pattern book bag paperback cover by lillyblossom. Aug 01, 2018 wine bottles and glasses quilted,large paperback or hardcover book cover for books up to 9x 5. 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. If you are looking for other creative ways to use this pattern, you could scale the pattern to cover any size of notebook or book.
Create simple nosew book covers using your favorite decorative fabrics, turning the ugliest of books into the perfect decorative accessories. Oct 25, 2018 im going to show you how to make a fabric book cover that you can adjust to cover any size book. My nana always had a fabric book cover on her paperback books and i have planned on making a crochet version for myself for quite some time. A few easytosew components come together to make the cover. If you plan to sew more than one book cover, use pattern drafting material to draw your pattern pieces. Directions to make your own pattern for any book are included. This pattern shows how to make a quilted journal cover for any size notebook or binder.
She tried to think of a way to protect the book as she read, and an idea was inspired. Get the best deals on vera bradley book covers when you shop the largest online selection at. Quilt on the cover books with a quilt on the cover or books named after a quilting pattern. I have another fun quilting tutorial for you today. Measure the book use this free pattern to sew a zipping fabric book cover with handles. How to sew a book cover that fits more than just one book. Gather a selection of scraps to use for the outer crazy quilt. Making your own fabric book cover is a super quick easy project. All that is left to do now, is give the book cover a good press and cover a book with with your finished fabric book cover. Quilted notebook cover the happy housewife home management. Wine glasses book cover, quilted,large paperback or hardcover book cover for books up to 9x 5. Here is my mini tutorial based on a compilation of what i have seen. They are great to make in a bunch and then have on hand for quick presents along with a.
This is my blog, where youll find me writing a lot about my quilting and textile arts and a little about my familys life in a small seaside town in new zealand. Then lay out your cover fabric right side up and fold over your flaps. 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. Please keep the howto quilting books to a minimum, but fiction and nonfiction are both welcome. 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.
Quick and easy, this pattern is a great way to spruce up a simple journal and turn it into a homemade gift anyone would love. Bible cover tutorial bible covers, bible bag, sewing. Standard paperback novel book covers paperback book cover. I made this fabric book cover tutorial to be super easy and hundreds of people have been enjoying this pattern. On the interior, it includes a ribbon bookmark and two sleeves to slide over the book s cover. Amy from park city girl shares a tutorial for making a quilted bible cover. Quilting books, patterns and notions has over 30,000 of the newest and best quilting products. We have the best selection of panels for cloth books. This is an easy project that is perfect for using up those small scraps that you cant bear to throw away.
Jul 15, 20 quilted composition book cover july 15, 20 by leave a comment today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. I made bible covers for my girls, adding handles and a ribbon to tie it closed. The handles make it easy to carry your bible with you, and the quilted fabric cover protects your cherished book. Simply love how they turn out, be it a full hexagon quilt version or a hexagon flower applique patchwork. Fabric book cover after completing this project, you will have a fabric cover for a standard paperback book. 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. My hexies fantasy is still going strong even after i have completed the modern hexagon flower quilt duvet cover for my daughter click the link for the pattern and tutorial, this time i sew up some fabric book covers with the 1. Vera bradley paperback book cover regatta pattern new rare. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial love to sew. Im sure they still exist and for those of you who love your paperback books and still borrow them from the library, or purchase them in bookstores this pattern is for you.
Dress up a plain notebook or make a gift for a dear friend with the patchwork journal cover. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily. Nov 17, 2016 my daughter turned 8 back in october and we got her her own personal set of scriptures. If you want to be one of them, stop on by at a case of the crafties. To keep them from getting damaged in my bag i use handmade book covers. But im cheap so instead of the nice big allinone, she got the paperback two book set. Quilt in a day has hundreds of quilt patterns, books and sewing projects to add to your to do list including bags, and clothing. Place your book, face down, on the paper and trace around the edges of the front cover with your pencil. Your books will stay protected from the constant ins and outs of lockers and backpacks. This makes for a quick, easy and fun little project, great for gifts or to give a bit of flare to books you might already have. 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. Learn how to make this easy diy quilted book cover. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. Turn the cover right sides out and place the book inside the cover, fold the edges over the book.
Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. On the exterior, two straps create handles for hanging the cover. Use quilt patterns from annies to create beautiful and traditional quilts to decorate your home. We used a standard paperback, paper, scissors, a pencil and a ruler. Quilted book bag cover tutorial quilt book cover, book. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to.
Nov 19, 20 if you are looking for other creative ways to use this pattern, you could scale the pattern to cover any size of notebook or book. Wine bottles and glasses quilted,large paperback or hardcover book cover for books up to 9x 5. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up composition book covers are wonderful. The original cloth book cover was designed for readers of romance novels who wanted to preserve their reading privacy. Fabric cover tutorial for a nicer, tighter book cover which also does not show the wrong side of the fabric. Vera bradley red coin book cover retired quilted cotton fabric nwot. Old fashioned paperback book cover crochet pattern oombawka. Sewing a quilt with hexagon flower block for my kids have been in. Here is the little quilted paperback book cover that i did this morning. Set your book on the fold of the fabric to use as your pattern since different books are different sizes.
The skipped 3 chs count as 1 sk ch, 1 ch1sp and 1 turning ch. Old fashioned paperback book cover crochet pattern. Instantly download hundreds of quilt patterns in every category such as baby quilts, quilt blocks, bed quilts, table runners, pillow patterns. Old fashioned paperback book cover a free pattern perfect for gift giving to book lovers click to tweet book cover. Depending on how large you make the cover, it will fit several books that are about the same size. Great childrens fabric panels including nursery rhymes, farm animals, counting books, abcs. This tutorial shows how to make a patchwork quilted journal cover with a ribbon bookmark, based upon the measurements of a purchased hard cover journal. Bible cover with zipper sewing instructions fabric craft ideas make your own bible cover bing images. Learn how to make a quilted book cover with this easy, pretty pattern. Something more sturdy, something pretty and that, ladies and gentlemen, is how i came up with the idea to make a quilted book covers for all the paperback books i read. Over 90% of the paperback novels published will fit in this book cover.
How to easily draw patterns for any leather book cover duration. As an option, you can choose fabric handles to be added to your gotcha covered cloth book cover. Make your own customized cover by measuring the book you want to cover, raiding your scrap stash, and sewing a work of art. Id recommend a minimum of three different fabrics, but no more than five. Our cover is fully lined, with pockets that slip over the front and back of your book. Well be making this cute quiltasyougo book cover from start to finish. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in this article.
She thought, what if i made a cover for the book while i read. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Well be making this cute quilt asyougo book cover from start to finish.
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