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. Fabric book cover diy cover guest post craftionary. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. For larger books, you will need to tape a couple of pieces of paper together, or use something larger, even newspaper will work. And of course it needed a case so i started searching for tutorials bible plus. Add 1 12 inches to this measurement 1 inch for seam allowances and 12 inch for ease. 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. 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. The length of the panel is the same length as the book.
Quilt on the cover books with a quilt on the cover or books named after a quilting pattern. Layer your batting, outside cover piece face up, and inside cover piece face down. 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. 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. Diy face masks 3 versions 3 strap options filter pocket and nose frame duration. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Before ebooks and audiobooks there were paperback books. Feb 27, 2015 bible or book cover with handles sewing tutorial. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. My name is charlotte, sometimes known as ms lottie, occasionally as the slightly mad quilt lady.
Quilted large paperback or hardcover book cover up to 8. Book covers are fully lined so there are no unsightly seams or loose threads. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew. 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. Quilted book cover thought i would make some quilted. 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.
And i never had a ton of sewing skill to being with. The original cloth book cover was designed for readers of romance novels who wanted to preserve their reading privacy. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. How to sew a book cover that fits more than just one book. Bestselling sewing author, debbie shore has designed eighteen gorgeous quilted projects that sewers of all abilities will want to make. To calculate the width of one inner panel, subtract 1. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A few easytosew components come together to make the cover. If you dont have a specific book to measure, the cover shown is approximately 12 inches by 9 inches, a size to fit many paperbacks.
Peter pan book bag, quilted book cover, hardback paperback book pouch. Helping quilters finish quilt tops, one quilt block at a time. Bible cover w handles dandelion field in mist mas sewing hacks, sewing crafts, sewing projects, bible bag, bible cases, fabric book covers, diary covers, kindle cover, pouch tutorial. As an option, you can choose fabric handles to be added to your gotcha covered cloth book cover.
From quilted tea cosies to tablet covers, there are 18 projects. Then lay out your cover fabric right side up and fold over your flaps. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial love to sew. Jul 25, 2018 learn to sew a cover for any size bible or book. Quilted book bible cover instructions to customize to the size you need included. Bible or book cover with handles sewing tutorial book. Please keep the howto quilting books to a minimum, but fiction and nonfiction are both welcome. Fabric book cover after completing this project, you will have a fabric cover for a standard paperback book. How do you recommend making a book cover for those small ones where the spine doesnt bend all the way back. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. I make paperback book covers that are similar but i add a ribbon at the top for a bookmark. 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.
Place the book on the fabric cover and fold the pressed seams over to put the cover in place. Pin flaps down and then lay your book down over the cover. All book cover patterns available in the standard paperback novel mass market size. Very stretchy, fits most hardcover books, not paperback.
Buy quilted covers and cosies love to sew by debbie shore isbn. Have fun and please post me pictures of your quilted book covers. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or. Quilted book covers i have to admit that i really enjoy sewing. 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. So, the main benefit of a book cover is to simply add some extra prettiness to your life. Rachel hyde contemporary style, easytosew accessories for the home. Jun 22, 2016 quilted book or tablet cover duration. But dont exaggerate, otherwise it will be too loose.
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. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial book quilt, fabric book. You can also follow the written instructions for this project. Quilted paperback book cover pattern free quilt patterns. Ok, i have 20, if im being honest, but age is only a number, right. But it also serves the very practical purpose of protecting your book from wear and tear. Amy from park city girl shares a tutorial for making a quilted bible cover. These quilt books from annies include whole collections of related patterns for your favorite projects and seasons. Hey, we share a birthday, except i have a few years on ya. On the interior, it includes a ribbon bookmark and two sleeves to slide over the books cover. Lay the book on the paper strip, front cover facing you.
This book cover is for a textbook but you can use it on any hardcover book. Crazyquilted book cover, part i yesterdays thimble. Quilted paperback book cover part 3 to close your opening, you are going to fold your fabric to the inside of the cover so that the folded edges are facing out. Here is the little quilted paperback book cover that i did this morning. You can use art books or paperback books or even hardback ones. I spent mine in the car all day driving to fl for our annual beach vaca. Check out our quilted book cover selection for the very best in unique or custom. Gotcha covered cloth book covers are not suitable for school textbooks or binders. Next, measure for the inner panels that form the pockets that hold the cover on the book. She begins by introducing basic quilting, binding and applique techniques, as well as detailing the materials needed. It makes a perfect bible cover and will work for any other special books that someone carries often. Starting at the front edge, wrap the tape measure across the front of the book, around the spine, and across the back of the book, stopping at the back edge.
This book cover will fit the large mass market paperback or hardcover measuring up to 9 x 5. Fabric book covers paperback book cover protect your books. 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. Learn how to make this easy diy quilted book cover. Our foamlined fabric book covers protect your books. 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. We will sew a 18 seam all the way around the cover to close the cover and set the pockets in place. Sometimes hard to put on large books like textbooks, and when closed will leave them slightly propped up.
Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Old fashioned paperback book cover crochet pattern oombawka. Fabric book covers paperback book cover hidden secrets. Make the flaps approximately half of the width of your book.
Surprisingly simple quilted scenes by karen eckmeier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Available in over 60 beautiful fabricprint patterns and 5 versatile sizes. Those dimensions are the size of the book, and to that, add a 12. 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. The handles make it easy to carry your bible with you, and the quilted fabric cover protects your cherished book. Well be making this cute quilt asyougo book cover from start to finish. Theres nothing really new shapewise but debbie brings individual style and a clean modern look to timeless patterns.
They are great to make in a bunch and then have on hand for quick presents along with a. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily. Making your own fabric book cover is a super quick easy project. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. Many people use a fabric book cover to carry around their bibles or other books that they use on a regular basis. Old fashioned paperback book cover a free pattern perfect for gift giving to book lovers click to tweet book cover. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up composition book covers are wonderful. Wine glasses book cover, quilted,large paperback or hardcover book cover for books up to 9x 5. Pin the flaps to the cover and gently remove the cover to finish sewing.
Measure from the back edge to the front edge, and from top to bottom. The easiest way to do it is to wrap a piece of paper around the book, folding in flaps inside the cover. If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson. Close your book, holding your fabric as you do to see if you have enough ease. The height is the height of your book plus a comfort zone of about 23cm11,5inch. On the exterior, two straps create handles for hanging the cover.
I also made a crazy quilted pincushion, inspired by the lovely work of lisa boni at ivory blush roses. She tried to think of a way to protect the book as she read, and an idea was inspired. Standard paperback novel book covers paperback book cover. Vera bradley book cover mod floral blue brand new with tags flowers quilted. 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. Quilted covers and cosies by debbie shore, paperback barnes. Book covers help protect any book you wish to put in it. I didnt want to do any elaborate piecing in case it didnt turn out as planned, so now that we have the learning curve out of the way, im on to plotting some more. They are great to make in a bunch and then have on hand for quick presents along with a set of highlighters, or fancy pens. 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.
The book cover can be customfit to any size of book, so the first step is to take three measurements. This book cover size is for the original mass marketsize paperback novel. Bible cover made with modified tutorial pattern linked to picture. After completing this project, you will have a fabric cover for a standard paperback book. The issue is that, like most things, if you dont do it regularly your skills decline. This is an easy project that is perfect for using up those small scraps that you cant bear to throw away. I have another fun quilting tutorial for you today. Quilted covers and cosies by debbie shore, paperback. Bible covers, purse style bible cases, covers to protect your bible, with zip covers and handles. If you make anything using my videos, id so love to see. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up patchwork. Get the best deals on vera bradley book covers when you shop the largest online selection at.
To close your opening, you are going to fold your fabric to the inside of the cover so that the folded edges are facing out. 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. Fabric book covers fun ways to hide what youre reading. For the outer cover and lining, first measure the entire depth of the book.
Unfollow paperback book cover to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. How to make your own book cover with a zipper ehow. Oct 25, 2018 im going to show you how to make a fabric book cover that you can adjust to cover any size book. Fabric book covers for paperback novels cloth book. Youll need that so the book slips in easily and the bigger the comfort zone, the more books will fits into the cover.
The most common quilted book cover material is cotton. Dec 02, 20 turn the cover right sides out and place the book inside the cover, fold the edges over the book. Over 90% of the paperback novels published will fit in this book cover. Wine bottles and glasses quilted,large paperback or hardcover book cover for books up to 9x 5.