Hand made in new york, the old book gets better with age with every scratch it accumulates as it protects your ipad. Suddenly we can picture all the different colours, patterns, and designs we could make cases and stands in for our. Diy ipad case not only save money for you but also add some personality to your beloved ipad. How to create a diy ipad case from a composition notebook. Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with. May 02, 2015 guidecentral is a fun and visual way to discover diy ideas, learn new skills, meet amazing people who share your passions and even upload your own diy guides. Hard cover jacket for the ipad is inspired by old outofprint hard cover books librarians ruggedized in an attempt to make them last a few years longer. The style of the case resembles that of an oldschool cathoderay television which adds a charming retro touch to the whole. Seattlepi notes in the writeup of the project that, the ipad feels particularly vulnerable as a hot gadget, i feel much better leaving it sitting. Make your own ipad cover using a repurposed vintage book.
How to turn an old book into a useful tablet case diy. Take an old book and make sure its a suitable size for the tablet youll be using. This diy case also adds a layer of security to your expensive gadget who would expect a tablet to hide out in an old composition notebook. From ayotu comes a range of kindle paperwhite compatible case covers that includes this beautiful variant designed to look like an old library book.
A1474 a1475 a1476, modern unique design, classic retro ancient book style. Diy a leather tablet case for way less than youd think. However, no single thing used for making this wooden case was purchased. Twelve south introduces bookbook for ipad, a new version of the popular bookbook case for macbook pro. Supplies in the picture shown are left to right, top to bottom.
If your printer gives you a different size you can adjust it easily before you cut the pattern. The old book case, david hsu a classic concept for storing the ipad, ripe with the diy feel. This folded, envelope style case has crisp, angled corners and a beautiful leather closure. Please subscribe to this site to receive a notification when the filocase is ready for shipping. Aug 16, 2010 twelve south introduces bookbook for ipad, a new version of the popular bookbook case for macbook pro.
Use the cover of an old book to create a cover for your ereader. How to turn an old book into tablet case snapguide. To close the case up, just pull the cover over top of the ipad, wrap it around, flip it over, and stick the flap under the elastic band on the back. Diy book like ipad case dodo moleskin style by mike73 follow.
Apr 16, 2010 this case uses the same basic construction techniques but is lined with bubble wrap for a bit more ipad protection. The tutorial is available as a free pdf tutorial, originally published in lisa lams book a bag for all reasons. Sep 16, 20 this diy case also adds a layer of security to your expensive gadget who would expect a tablet to hide out in an old composition notebook. Soon, we will post photos of the filocase and information on how it is crafted. I am thinking about modifying this in that i might try and find an old book that is the correct size, and use its spine and cover, removing the pages, etc, and then. Best ipad cases for every type of user cult of mac. How to make a case for your ipad or kindle using a hollowed out book. Old sweater scissors needle and thread ipad or kindle to use to measure put your ipad on the sweater to measure, remembering to leave a little extra space for seam allowance. Stef and i both have the day off today, so we thought what better time to do a diy for you guys. Decoded leather foldable slim sleeve for ipad 6th gen. Free ipad, stand homemade of an old book part 1 youtube. I could combine both in a diy book style ipad case for the ipad i purchased 2 weeks ago.
Not to worry though, if you dont have an ipad this tutorial would. This new leather case is handmade to look like a vintage book. This case uses the same basic construction techniques but is lined with bubble wrap for a bit more ipad protection. Make a stylish ipad case from a notebook man made diy. Perhaps you found a new shiny ipad under your tree this year, or maybe youre just interested in warming up your highend tech gear with some old school, classicguy charm, but youve gotta check out this easy, yet secure, howto for creating an ipad from an inexpensive paper notebook, which would work equally well using an appropriately sized. Gmyle book case vintage is made with hard covers in distinguishlooking, high quality crazy horse pattern leather with a strong, thick spine. The style of the case resembles that of an old school cathoderay television which adds a charming retro touch to the whole. Free ipad, stand homemade of an old book step by step how to do it yourself. Shes a sociology student with a love of fashion and all things pretty. Rather, the materials to build it were found lying around in the nooks and crannies of his apartment. This diy ipad case is the perfect accessory to have when youre traveling.
No matter which iteration you own we have an ipad case for you. Diy how to make a stylish ipad case from a notebook. A beautiful vintage hard back book style ereader and tablet cover handmade in. We told you earlier this month about the notebook case for ipada bluetooth keyboard case that does a good job of turning an ipad into a macbooklooking netbook. Upcycle an old sweater into a fabulous diy cover for your ipad or tablet. Creative diy ipad case ideas and tutorials styletic.
If you just lose it over leather tech accessories, we get you. My ipad has been sitting around, needing a cozy case for awhile, so i thought it was time make my own. Diy notebook cover for ipad kindle charlimarietv youtube. Youve already fallen in love with the book book, which encases your macbook in an oldtimey hardback book. An ipad is not as easy as an iphone to carry out for its bigger size.
But it never crossed my mind that i could just rip out all pages duh. Apr 30, 2015 an ipad is not as easy as an iphone to carry out for its bigger size. The cover is so snug and secure and makes it so easy to carry the ipad around in style. Not to worry though, if you dont have an ipad this tutorial would work on other things too, like your phone or laptop. Not so if you diy your own case out of leather scraps. Shop for old book style ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1234, pro or mini. We provide a space for makers to share their handmade crafts, home decor projects, fashion and beauty tips, homemade recipes and other life. Recently, however, we came across a diy tutorial for a homemade ipad case that really caught our eye and weve been thinking about it ever since. Miniko ipad air vintage brown book type leather case flip cover. And it even has a handy shoulder strap if youd like to wear it like a purse.
Make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru. Suddenly we can picture all the different colours, patterns, and designs we could make cases and stands in for our own ipad so we can angle it just right while we use it. Guidecentral is a fun and visual way to discover diy ideas, learn new skills, meet amazing people who share your passions and even upload your own diy guides. All you need is fabric, mat board, glue and elastic. In my case, im using a 12 tablet and found an old book lying around that had some pages missing. Just slip your ipad under the elastic corners and youre good to go. Diy ipad cover using a vintage book i used an old disney book the kids werent interested in. Vintage magic world book case for kindle paperwhite. Shop for old ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1, 2, 3, 4 or mini. Cubby tutorial for ereader or ipadtablet sewing tutorials, sewing hacks, sewing patterns. Ipad or tablet notebook cover diy tablet case from composition notebook, aww. Shop through thousands of designs for the iphone 11, iphone 11 pro, iphone 11 pro max and all the previous models. Bookbook for ipad also doubles as a display stand for ipad. You wont have to spend money on expensive ipad cases from the store or worry about your ipad getting damaged while youre on the go with this protective and stylish case.
The top should be 3 34 in wide and the bottom part 7 34 in. New bookbook ipad case looks like an old, classic book. The old book case by david hsu can be purchased at etsy. Purchase a new old book style case for your iphone. In that case, we think youll really appreciate the way make life lovely reused cardboard and repurposed an old skirt in order to make this closing book style ipad case that ties closed. You want it to be about 14 inch wider on all sides but theres a little wiggle room. No matter which device you own we have an ipad case for you.
With an old leatherbound book and some sugruthat diy miracle puttyyou can make a greatlooking cover for your tablet or ebook reader. It looks like an old book and has a nice feel in your hand. An apple logo sticker in the center adds a bit of style, too. Diy ipad cover using a vintage book dump your frump. Its very easy to make, and the pattern will fit all ipad models and sizes. The nicest ipad or kindle case can be made from an old leather bound book, the challenge is to find the right size, we found ours in a second hand book shop.
You can disguise your ipad air 2 as a book, bringing a stylish vintage look and also convert your ipad air 2 for handsfree viewing at various angles. The case has two hardback book covers, a rigid spine and hard inner frame to protect ipad from all angles. Of course there are many amazing ipad cases on sale in the market. Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with sugru. Make an ipad or ereader case from a recycled book diy.
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