But why not take some time to whip up one of these composition book covers. I thought this would be a pretty little gift that any momma could easily keep in reach and use to jot down all those precious baby notes that they may want to remember when the baby book isnt handy or just doesnt give you. The last step is to create pockets that the book cover can fit into on both ends to keep it in place. It fits perfectly into the back pocket of the journal. A supersimple way to cover a composition book i loves me some of those oldschool composition books. Its designed to cover a composition book, which measures 9 34 x 7 12 and has a nice firm outer. But it also serves the very practical purpose of protecting your book from wear and tear. Cindys guest, jo packham from where women cook, demonstrates how to make book covers from riley blake fabrics. Special formats in addition to the traditional composition book styles, look for mini composition books that fit easily in a purse or briefcase, as well as a composition notebook with extra features, like a zippered pouch, so you can store pens, loose. Diane from butterfly threads quilting shares a tutorial at craftsy showing how you can make a composition book cover.
If youre looking for fabric book cover patterns, check out this video tutorial by maureen wilson. Notables, volume 1 machine embroidery design cd kimberbell. 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. Start by covering the composition book with a thin layer of mod podge, matte gel medium, or adhesive of your choice. The solution is to make a fabric cover to pretty it up. Diy mod podge, mod podge crafts, mod podge ideas, modge podge projects, composition notebook covers, altered composition books, altered books. Composition books are a staple in back to school supplies, but disguise them in pretty fabric and they can infiltrate other areas. Journal covers make great gifts and are a superfun way to use fabric scraps.
Jul 15, 20 today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. You can also follow the written instructions for this project. Oct 02, 2015 cindys guest, jo packham from where women cook, demonstrates how to make book covers from riley blake fabrics. The problem with composition book covers, their covers arent that great looking. Rustic leather journal, composition book cover, handmade composition notebook cover, handmade journals, personalized book covers custom made lusciousleathernyc 5 out of. Composition books are a staple in back to school supplies, but disguise them in pretty fabric and they can infiltrate other areas in your life and serve a purpose at the same time.
Made with rustic genuine leather, slight variations in. Poke out the covers using a point turner, push out the seams and give the book cover a light pressing. Sewing patterns free free sewing free pattern easy patterns diy sewing projects sewing tutorials composition notebook covers composition. 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. Kimberbell noteables are composition book covers that turn ordinary writing paper into a noteworthy journal. With useful handles, you can tote around your favorite book easily. Sep 05, 2014 accessories color confetti dots crafts fabric collections fall 2012 fall 20 fall 2014 free pattern giveaway holiday inspiration intermix jack and lulu kiss the cook knits lola ludlow mika new collection nutmeg oh happy day. This free sewing project shows you how to decorate your notebooks. Enjoy the journey love notes wishes bucket list note. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations. As part of the island batik ambassador program, i was challenged in march to make a mini quilt using paper piecing or foundation piecing.
Later, in 12th century japan, early techniques of paper marbling continued to evolve to produce marbled designs. Nov 21, 2016 you know how adorable those school supplies are, but the prices arent so charming. Not only can you find them everywhere, but theyre the quintessential blank slate for making a diy journal. To avoid getting glue on your pages, hold the cover away from the rest of the. How to cover a composition notebook with fabric by angie juda.
You can make this project with any fabric that you can cut and leave raw that includes cork fabric, leather, vinyl, and wool. 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. The cover can be pieced and quilted or just one piece of fabric. This mini composition book cover coordinates with our journal covers for 6x8 journals, sold separately below. Jan 25, 2010 first get you a boring looking composition book measure your composition book. A fabric book cover can also be a great project for quilting precuts, such as fat quarters and jelly rolls. Place the 2 large pieces right sides together, and pin them.
Take an ordinary blank composition book and wrap it in a beautiful fabric cover to. A fabric covered notebook always makes a great gift. The books can be exchanged out when they get full i go through one per year. Cover your notebooks with a pretty composition book cover to make notetaking more fun. Snappy composition book cover fabric covered notebook. How to turn a composition notebook into a stylish diy journal. Pay special attention to the edges of the notebook. It is completed in the hoop in one hooping and requires no further hand or sewing machine stitching. This is an in the hoop project that is completed in 3 quick hoopings. Its a fabric composition notebook cover that is removable so that you can replace the notebook once it fills up. Aug 23, 2012 journal covers make great gifts and are a superfun way to use fabric scraps. You will need 3 different fat quarters or fabric scraps, some matching thread for topstitching, and a standard sized marble notebookcomposition book about 9 34 x 7 12. Nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers.
How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the quilt. Jul 06, 2015 the problem with composition book covers, their covers arent that great looking. Apr 05, 2017 quilted composition notebook covers are addictive as part of the island batik ambassador program, i was challenged in march to make a mini quilt using paper piecing or foundation piecing. Sew a composition book cover fabric book covers, fabric. If it doesnt, turn the book cover wrong side out and make any adjustments that need to be made. So, the main benefit of a book cover is to simply add some extra prettiness to your life.
I use one for my journal, one for my sewing journal, one to carry with me. Look for simple onecolor covers, marbled blackandwhite covers, or colorful and fun designs. Fabric composition notebook cover tutorial smashed. Each machine embroidered cover is fully lined, durable, and reusable and best of all, each are made even pieced. Notebooks and journals make thoughtful gifts for others and for yourself. Karen overton, the quilt rambler, demonstrates in this workshoptutorial how to cover a simple composition notebook with quilted fabric.
I hate to see backtoschool stuff taking over the stores. The felt composition book cover and zippered pouch pictured below are one of four sets i made for my oldest children. Cheap or expensive quality notebooks are so plain to look at. The monogram frame is appliqued and the font used is our 0. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the. Felt composition book cover tutorial i have been cranking out the homemade christmas gifts left and right, and i wanted to share my latest designs. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book covers. A collection of over 20 free fabric book cover patterns, tutorials, and diy sewing projects. Composition books are a staple in back to school supplies, but disguise them in pretty fabric and they can. Basic skills necessary sew a straight line sizing finished measurements the size of a composition book.
The story of the composition book begins way before american companies began selling them to students. Find the method, style and skill level you want from this free sewing video series we have curated for you. Even the process of creating this book cover will let you cut down on that fabric scrap pile thats been building up for far too long. Free tutorial with pictures on how to make a notebook journal in under 30 minutes by sewing with fabric, scissors, and glue. It is quilted and comes with and without the label design. Gypsy 10 squares by jessica vandenburgh of sew many creations for windham fabrics. Youre ready to make several more because everyone who sees yours will want one of their own. I incorporated a technique that i saw somewhere else that makes turning this right side out really simple. Let this fun tutorial teach you how to make a fabric book cover. See more ideas about composition notebook covers, notebook covers and altered composition books.
I have a soft spot for those alltoofamiliar black marble composition notebooks. I remember the one you did of your mom and i see yours. Leave the cover plain or decorate it with some hand embroidery, machine embroidery, or even some english paper piecing. Pdfs are instantly accessible once payment has been processed and are emailed to the address you provided in your online account. How to turn a composition notebook into a stylish diy. With this easy tutorial for fabric book covers youre well on your way to starting off the.
Refillable leather composition notebook by rustic ridge leather composition book cover fits standard 9. S apdragon clothing patterns this pattern is for personal use only and should not be reproduced for sale to any third party. Oct 25, 2018 poke out the covers using a point turner, push out the seams and give the book cover a light pressing. Aug 16, 2016 the snappy composition book cover features a snapclosed cover, an elastic bookmark, and inside pockets. The snappy composition book cover features a snapclosed cover, an elastic bookmark, and. My tutorial is based off of this one by jennifer paganelli with a few modifications. 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. You can customize everything from the cover to the index, or even add pockets to the covers. Composition book cover fabric book covers, composition. And if you add a handmade cover, it makes the gift all the more personal and special. Be sure to print your patterns at 100% not shrinkgofit or fit to media. I have one that has a cover that was from a swap and i love it. Notebook covers, journal covers, sewing projects for kids, sewing crafts, craft projects, fabric. Mar 26, 2018 nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers.
If your notebook is not in a5 size, measure the width around and height. Sep 21, 2011 its a fabric composition notebook cover that is removable so that you can replace the notebook once it fills up. Made with rustic genuine leather, slight variations in color and texture are to be expected. Last august, our local fred meyer had them on sale for 25 cents apiece for backtoschool, and k and i laid in a stock to get us well into our old age. This free sewing project shows you how to decorate your notebooks so youll be more likely to cross things off your todo list. 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. I use one for my journal, one for my sewing journal, one to carry with me to take notes or jot down ideas in. Felt composition book cover tutorial blessings overflowing. Although i do appreciate them and their black and white marble exis. Fabric composition notebook cover tutorial smashed peas.
Mini composition book cover 6x10 products swak embroidery. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book. Turn an inexpensive notebook into a beautiful journal with my free pattern for a fabric covered notebook. 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. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover youtube.
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. Add a pocket to the front to hold a selection of pens and pencils. Before you sew the opening closed, try it on your book to make sure it fits the way you want it to fit. This item refillable leather composition notebook by rustic ridge leather notebook cover composition book cover dark brown mead composition books, notebooks, college ruled paper, 100 sheets, comp book, black marble, 3 pack 38111. You need to work quickly so the glue doesnt dry before the next step. The snappy composition book cover features a snapclosed cover, an elastic bookmark, and inside pockets. Tutorial and pattern for composition notebook cover not a finished product this is a pdf download make this gorgeous cover that will accommodate a standard composition book 7. The composition books unique marbled pattern was inspired by printing techniques in 10th century china. Composition book cover how to make a notebook journal. The elastic closure is a simple addition to keep it closed and loose papers inside.
Do you have the name of a book used to do the faces. 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. You can check if your pattern pieces have printed the correct size by measuring the blue one inch square in your pattern. Composition covers sewing pattern from indygo junction.
How to cover a composition notebook with fabric youtube. Slide your composition pad covers inside the flaps and tie it closed. Oddly enough, when i was a student i loved to shop for my school supplies. Cut out the pattern pieces using the dimensions you just calculated. Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn. Simply hit the play button to watch the the first video within the series, scroll through the. Dress up an ordinary book with this collection of over twenty free fabric book cover patterns, tutorials, and. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up patchwork.
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