Place the interior piece, right side down, then batting, then the exterior piece, right side up. A5 notebook cover, notebook cover design, journal notebook, a5 book, book art, bag patterns to sew, pdf sewing patterns, fabric journals, art journals. Some with extra pockets, and other projects can be accomplished by a beginner sewer. On the exterior, two straps create handles for hanging the cover. 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. Quilted journal cover pattern pdf book cover instructions. Quilted notebook cover tutorial if you are my good friend cheryl. 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. So together we decided a pencil bag together with a fabric book cover would be great. Dec 02, 20 turn the cover right sides out and place the book inside the cover, fold the edges over the book. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the quilt. A few easytosew components come together to make the cover.
Well be making this cute quilt asyougo book cover from start to finish. All designs, photographs, and images are protected by federal law. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. So, the main benefit of a book cover is to simply add some extra prettiness to your life. Directions to make your own pattern for any book are included. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. My pretty quilted ipad case that i promised you a sewing pattern for so so long ago. Sew a bag sew a zipping book cover with handle and pockets free pattern and instructions. On the interior, it includes a ribbon bookmark and two sleeves to slide over the books cover. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew. Welcome to our website, there is lots to see and do here check out these categories. This is an easy project that is perfect for using up those small scraps that you cant bear to throw away. The blog post below is totally free to read, print, and sew. Bible cover tutorial bible covers, bible bag, sewing.
I used a fabric covered button because i think it looks smart but you could use a plain button. I made bible covers for my girls, adding handles and a ribbon to tie it closed. This will be great for drawing out quilt block ideas and writing down pattern notes. Take an ordinary blank composition book and wrap it in a beautiful fabric cover to create a lovely gift, especially for someone who loves to write.
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. 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. If your bible is a keepsake that you use frequently, make this quilted bible cover to protect your bible from wear and tear. Click here to download this free pattern, and then check out our versions below. Quilted notebook cover the happy housewife home management. Over the years ive made a number of bookjournal covers, for various reasons. Quilted bible covers are great gifts to sew for friends who take their bibles everywhere. Fabric book cover after completing this project, you will have a fabric cover for a standard paperback book. Mar 26, 2018 these videos cover book styles such as notebook, spiralbound books, journals, etc. 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. Sep 17, 2010 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. As part of the island batik ambassador program, i was challenged in march to make a mini quilt using paper piecing or foundation piecing. 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. May 22, 2009 content is not good, however what if you added a title to possibly get folks attention.
For the most part, the instructions are the same as for the quilted book cover tutorial below. This notebook cover uses prints from our mika collection. And its pouring with much needed rain outside so what a good way to spend a day, right. Adapt the methods to sew a book cover that fits your. If you plan to sew more than one book cover, use pattern drafting material to draw your pattern pieces. I have another fun quilting tutorial for you today.
Gleaf bible cover casebook cover floral pattern with handle fits for standard size bible, 10x7. Read further for more info about how to sew this notebook cover. You could peek at yahoos home page and see how they write news headlines to grab people to open the links. I also made a crazyquilted pincushion, inspired by the lovely work of lisa boni at ivory blush roses. Fabric book cover tutorial how to sew craft passion. A fabric book cover can also be a great project for quilting precuts, such as fat quarters and jelly rolls. To stitch the words on the cover i needed a pattern. Today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. You might add a related video or a pic or two to get readers. Well be making this cute quiltasyougo book cover from start to finish. Fabric book cover tutorial i made a really sweet little book cover the other day and enjoyed the process and the results so much i thought id write a tutorial on it. 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. Click here for some images and instructions specific to this design.
Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial book quilt, fabric book. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. When you place your pattern on the fabric, dont forget to add seam allowance. This free sewing project shows you how to decorate your notebooks so youll be more likely to cross things off your todo list. Quilted sketchbook cover tutorial radiant home studio. This free quilting pattern is for a quilted book cover or bible cover.
The finished quilted sketchbook cover is just the right size for a large moleskin notebook about 5. Throw honors classics of the past by byron, longfellow, james whitcomb riley, sir walter scott, and names and titles now long forgotten. To sew the outer cover of the book, take the three strips and with right sides facing pin the long edges together. Cover to cover book throw blanket quilted book covers pattern.
I made this notebook cover following by small means tutorial. Composition books are a staple in back to school supplies, but disguise them in pretty fabric and they can infiltrate other areas in. I got a little carried away and turned my paper pieced block into a quilted cover for a composition notebook and havent looked back since. 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. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson. Sew a quilted cover for your bible bible cover i plan to make. Apr 05, 2017 quilted composition notebook covers are addictive.
Book carrier tutorial or quilted bible case tutorial with handles im 32 years young, and i bought my own present. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover youtube. How to make your own book cover with a zipper ehow. Feb 27, 2015 bible or book cover with handles sewing tutorial. Quilted journal cover pattern, pdf book cover instructions. The book cover can be customfit to any size of book, so the first step is to take three measurements. These videos cover book styles such as notebook, spiralbound books, journals, etc. I use one for my journal, one for my sewing journal, one to carry with me to take notes or jot down ideas in. 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. How to sew a book cover that fits more than just one book thisblogisnotforyou diy tutorials, sewing book cover, diy, handmade, sewing.
The handles make it easy to carry your bible with you, and the quilted fabric cover protects your cherished book. It occurred to me that it might be possible to combine the two techniques to. I had fun mixing coordinating prints of different scales and motifs, but you may prefer a more analogous look. Simply love how they turn out, be it a full hexagon quilt version or a hexagon flower applique patchwork. And the great thing is that once the notebook is full, the cover can be reused. Apr 04, 2017 karen overton, the quilt rambler, demonstrates in this workshoptutorial how to cover a simple composition notebook with quilted fabric including a button closure and an inside vinyl zippered. Most often it was as a project for one of wendy and my sew we go adventures. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the. Cover to cover throw blanket curl up with your own cozy library of vintage books. Stitch through the fabric and batting sandwich in the motif of your choice. Reversible design the reverse of the throw is an allover print of birds and blossoms in gold and yellow. Now that your new book cover is finished, its time to sit and have a tea. Bible or book cover with handles sewing tutorial book.
Mark sewing lines of the fabrics after adding allowances. Fabric book cover fittedwidth prewash all fabrics and iron them to remove wrinkles. Free notebook cover sewing pattern on how to sew a book cover for your notebook. Make your own customized cover by measuring the book you want to cover, raiding your scrap stash, and sewing a work of art. Amy from park city girl shares a tutorial for making a quilted bible cover. If you have a very thick hardcover book, or, if you are adding thick padding to the fabric book cover just like the quilted hexagon book cover as shown in the main picture, add 12. Fabric book cover instructions amazon web services. 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. Check out the little project journal label in the corner. 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.
This is the same as the previous one, just take the book out and put it back in upside down to make it reversible. You can see the quilted book cover full tutorial here. So today i thought of showing you exactly how i made the fabric book cover. Jul 15, 20 today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. Add 1 12 inches to this measurement 1 inch for seam allowances and 12 inch for ease. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up patchwork. This alphabet writing practice fabric called bee backgrounds pattern c6388 by lori holt of bee in my bonnet for riley blake designs was used for both the outside and lining of the. This particular book cover was made with prequilted fabric, a button closure, and a standard paperback book, but could easily be adapted to use nonquilted fabric either layered with batting or not, a velcro closure, and.
If youd like to add a few different things to your book cover like a ruffle, some applique, button closure, chevron pattern with your fabric scraps there are a few more tutorials rounded up just for you. The pretty quilted ipad case free pattern sewcanshe. This easy patchwork quilt pattern is a great way to get your friend something that is customized and one of a kind. But it also serves the very practical purpose of protecting your book from wear and tear. Measure the book use this free pattern to sew a zipping fabric book cover with handles. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial love to sew. In addition, this blog post has been converted to an optional pdf thats optimized for printing. How to make a patchwork quilted journal cover blogger. If you like a quilted book cover, there are a few projects within this free video series for you as well. Oct 25, 2018 insert the book into the fabric book cover. How to sew a book cover that fits more than just one book.
Quilted design each book cover is its own quilted panel. Cover your notebooks with a pretty composition book cover to make notetaking more fun. Crazyquilted book cover, part i yesterdays thimble. Mar, 2012 quilted book style kindle cover tutorial. 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. The tutorial is easy to follow and you could consider using orphan blocks or some scrap fabric to finish off this quilted project. Quilted book cover tutorial by beret nelson gives step by step instructions on how to make an artistic quilted book or journal cover. I mean tutorial quilted bible cover amys creative side is a little vanilla.
I have looked at about a dozen different directions on the web for ways to make a quilted cover for a book. This pattern includes complete instructions for making a simple cover using a small fabric panel, or a pieced top of your own choosing. On the exterior, two straps create handles for hanging. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. Learn how to make a quilted book cover with this pretty pattern. No part of this pattern may be digitized or reproduced in any form unless given express written consent by shabby fabrics. I also include tips for covering different sizes of notebooks the pattern instruction measurements cover a standard composition notebook. I love that this pattern is so simple and turns out nicer than many of the more complicated.
Bible or book cover with handles sewing tutorial book cover. The sample cover demonstrates simple channel quilting. This is a howto tutorial to sew a fabric book cover in 2 ways, fitted end or adjustable end. Karen overton, the quilt rambler, demonstrates in this workshoptutorial how to cover a simple composition notebook with quilted fabric including a button closure and an inside vinyl zippered. Aug 04, 2019 with the book closed, the width of the cover from edge to edge around the spine plus 1 will be the width. Quilted book bible cover instructions to customize to the size you need included. 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. 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. Sew panels onto large rectangle around outside edges. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book. Quilted bible cover project featured on our youtube. We used the pinwheels and net prints in turquoise and beige. On the trail creations unique quilt kits and patterns. You can also follow the written instructions for this project.