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Old 07-07-2010, 01:45 PM
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I've made these in the past... they sell pretty well and are great gifts. When I can find my measurements and plan, I'll post them for all of you. It is basically just measuring and leaving a little extra for the width of the chosen book. I do them in two sizes. One for standard paperbacks and one for the larger size. If I weren't studying for a SERIOUS test at the moment, I would find it now! Hold on - I'm coming... Do you like that song?
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Originally Posted by cwessel47
I've made these in the past... they sell pretty well and are great gifts. When I can find my measurements and plan, I'll post them for all of you. It is basically just measuring and leaving a little extra for the width of the chosen book. I do them in two sizes. One for standard paperbacks and one for the larger size. If I weren't studying for a SERIOUS test at the moment, I would find it now! Hold on - I'm coming... Do you like that song?
Please do so in time :) I hope I don't miss the tutorial ~ Thanks
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Old 07-07-2010, 03:10 PM
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Would like to have the pattern too.
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Old 07-07-2010, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by denilynne
I don't really have a pattern, my SIL had one when she was here on vacation, i said to myself (self) you can make this. I spend alot of time at dr offices for hubby so this will work. If i knew how to do a tute i would, i just measured my book (add enough for the flap) and added for seam allowance. there are 2 layers with batting in between, sewn with right sides together, leave opening and turn, then added the handles, the closer was a last minute think with snaps. don't do what i did, sew your handles on before you lap it over for the pocket.
For the snaps it looks like you used velcro.
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Old 07-07-2010, 07:25 PM
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I love it!!! Very creative, pretty and handy too :D:D:D
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Old 07-07-2010, 07:27 PM
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What a great idea!
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Old 07-08-2010, 02:30 AM
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That's a great idea - I'm going to copy it!
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I've been wanting to make something like this, as we homeschool and can be very hard on our books. I like our books to stay nice and healthy. Thanks for posting this.
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i did use velcro first but didn't like the way it pulled and didn't stay closed (and i don't like the sound of velcro lol) so i put snap on it.
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Good job! Like your idea to use snaps. Velcro can get messed up in the laundry.
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