10 Sewing Tutorials for Kindle, I-Pad, Tablet, Android Protective Sleeve

10 E-Reader Cases to Sew 

Have you bought an e-reader and been disappointed at the poor selection of cases available in the store?

Do you carry yours in a black uninspiring sleeve?

I have been searching the blogosphere for the best tutorials on gadget cases gifts for her you can sew for your girlfriends. Nothing says I care about you better than a personalised handmade gift. Let them know you appreciate them by sewing a unique and special e-reader sleeve for them.

Most of these wonderful tutorials come from my favourite site sew mama sew which has a substantial repository of sewing tutorials and sewing advise.

1) Ruffled Kindle Case Sewing Tutorial

Ruffled Kindle Case Tutorial from Just another Hung Up 

This romantic and minimalist Kindle Sleeve tutorial from justanotherhangup has cute ruffles and is made of linen fabric for a textured finish. The detailing in the button closure adds interest. Ruffles are easy to make and add a unique element to this design, both feminine and playful.

2) Fabric E-Notebook Portfolio

Fabric Notebook Holder

This wonderful notebook tutorial has been designed by the cottage mama.  The right side pocket for the notebook can be easily adapted to a larger size to accommodate your e-read.  Easy to make, in any fabric combinations you like. It can be personalised by adding your friends name in embroidery.

3) Laptop Sleeve Case Sewing Tutorial

Laptop Sleeve Cottage Mama

Another sewing tutorial from thecottagemama on making this elegant Laptop Cover protector which can also be adapted to fit Kindle, I-pad, Tablet and any other e-reader devise you which to make a sleeve for. I think this will be a great Christmas gift for Mum. I particularly like the straps on this one, safe and secure and very pretty!

4) VW Campervan ipad sleeve

Campervan ipad sleeve from sewing room secrets

Sewingroomsecrets brings us this cute ipad sleeve in pretty pink featuring a  campervan. The tutorial can be found here. The closing flap has been personalised with the initials of the recipient. I love the printed ribbon and the heart charm too.

5) Patchwork e-reader case with carry strap.

E-reader carry case by duitang

Duitang brings us this lovely zakka style e-reader tutorial with a carry strap. This one is slightly smaller but the sizing can be easily adapted to suit your devise.

6) Kindle Case and Tutorial 

Fabric Kindle Case to Sew

Beautiful case for your kindle by mommybydaycrafterbynight. The Tutorial takes stands out with this cute birdie on the closing clasp and autumn coloured fabrics.

7) Hand-Stitched Velveteen Kindle Clutch: kindle sewing tutorial series

Velvet Kindle Clutch from charmstitch

More like a handbag this stylish Velveteen Kindle Clutch Case from charmstitch will brighten up your day.

8) Video Tutorial i-pad case

Step by step instructions for newbies.

9) Colourful i-pad sleeve with pocket for headphones and stylus

I pad sleeve sewing tutorial by Leslie's Art and Sew

This ipad sleeve tutorial by Leslie' s Art and Sewwill put a smile on your face even  on the darkest rainy day. It features a handy slip pocket for earphones and a button hole closure. If the buttonhole scares you (it scares me! never tried it) you can use velcro. I would avoid magnetic snap closures as they can affect the devise if the strength of the magnet has not been lab tested.

10) Sporty Tablet case with Strap Tutorial

i-pad sleeve with removable strap and slip pocket for phone and pen

This ipad sleeve tutorial with removable cross body shoulder strap is sporty looking and would be a great gift for a friend that likes monochrome or sportswear dressing and smart casual looks. The canvas fabric contrasts beautifully with the woven texture of the webbing on the strap. For extra versatility you you can add a length adjuster to the main strap.

How to adjust sizing on e-reader cases

If you are making a custom case, measure all around your devise lengthways first and then crossways, including top, bottom and sides, as if you were wrapping it in ribbon and write both numbers down.  Add 1.5 inches for your seam allowance and padding to each measurement. When sewing use 1/4 inch seam allowance all round.

Sewing Hints and Tips for E-reader sleeves

If you use heavy padding and attaching that to the outer fabric as a fusible fleece or quitling for example, cut your lining slightly smaller to accommodate the bulk. This avoids your lining being wrinkly.

To get neat square corners clip a diagonal to remove a tiny triangle outside your seam live. Curved corners need to be clipped with small perpendicular cuts.

Try to cut your fusible fleece the same as the outer MINUS the seam allowance. This way you will avoid bulk in the seams and you will get crisp professional looking edges.

Happy Sewing!!!