Quilt book cover tutorial

Cindys guest, jo packham from where women cook, demonstrates how to make book covers from riley blake fabrics. You may have trouble trying to put a hard covered book into the cover. This is for my 2011 ed tutorialinstructions to make a rag quilted bible or book cover. For a hard cover book add seam allowance to your fabric pieces. I would recommend starting with a piece of patchwork at least 27. In the second half of this tutorial, well crazyquilt the outer layer of the book cover, and then well embellish it with embroidery, ribbon, and beads. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up patchwork.

Here are two samples of the book cover that these instructions will cover. These pattern pieces and tutorials will be always be available, so feel free to join in whenever you can. Learn how to sew a fabric cover in this complete stepbystep sewing tutorial. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book. Depending on the ufo quilt blocks that you are going to use your fabric book cover can be themed like kids, holiday. Use your fabric scraps and leftover quilt blocks for this patchwork book cover. For the cover on the bottom i used blocks from the farmers wife sampler quilt book. Never fear though you can make your own cover using your ufo quilt blocks. This one is hard, because everytime i see a new line it is my new favorite.

These covers are so handy for keeping your journals and your favorite soft covered books nice and clean. Back book patterns handmades fabrics tools back value process. Ive got a lovely small project to share with you today. Nine free tutorials for sewing journal, notepad, and book covers. Im so pleased to share my quilted book bag tutorial link at the end with you today. Ashlawnfarms rag quilt bible or book cover tutorial etsy.

Join our sewalong flickr group and post your photos, comment and see what other members are sewing as we go. Journal or book at least one cover needs to be flexible. Quilted scrap fabric book cover tutorial hello dear quilty friends and readers. It is a personal book cover, so feel free to make your own. Quilted book covers free sewing tutorial love to sew. Once youve finished the patchwork, you need to quilt it. Quilted book cover tutorial on the trail creations.

Im always dreaming up ideas for new projects using scrap fabric, so, recently, when my son asked me if i had any ideas for making. Aug 14, 2016 these covers are so handy for keeping your journals and your favorite soft covered books nice and clean. Some people may also call this puss in the corner block, although this has many variations and can be more complex than the block which i am sharing today. I decided to have 2 flaps so will require 2 pieces of fabric 2. Secure the layers together with quilt basting spray or curved safety pins.

I have another fun quilting tutorial for you today. My rag quilted biblebook cover is the type you see in the pictures for examples of what you could make. After piecing the outside i am hoping to make a few more of these, so ill update with other ideas. I dont know how to go from one shape to another, or bring up the bobbin thread. Well be making this cute quiltasyougo book cover from start to finish. Once all your pieces are cut, sew the inside fabric pieces.

Fabric book cover tutorial how to sew craft passion. This is the exact method that i used to turn octobers gratitude embroidery pattern into a gratitude journal. I love to create a design that can be made straight away with ingredients you already have. Quilted notebook cover tutorial if you are my good friend cheryl. One thousand gifts journal cover quiet book tutorial. Use the ruler and fabric marker to draw lines 1 12 apart at a 45 degree angle on the quilt sandwich. Prices and availability of featured products subject to change. Man sewing flaming scissors tshirt large by missouri star quilt co. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up share the love. Jun 07, 20 measure and cut a piece of ribbon to 2 longer than your outer cover, mine will be 9. Fold under approximately along one of the long edges of inside fabric and sew. This is a shortcut way to save time on creating a beautiful, comfy soft and fluffy warm bedding quilt for the family. Crazy quilt book cover preassembly sew excited quilts. Sandwich your three layers, pinbaste and quilt as desired.

Oct 25, 2018 for this tutorial, im covering a composition book to turn it into a daily writing or bullet journal. Sep 17, 2010 this tutorial shows how to make a patchwork quilted journal cover with a ribbon bookmark, based upon the measurements of a purchased hard cover journal. Come learn to quilt for free, well teach you everything you need to know right here. Epp hexie journal cover quilt book cover, diy journal. Sandwich the book cover lining piece with right sides together on top of the sleeves and right side of the outside book cover. Crazyquilted book cover, part ii one response to crazyquilted book cover, part i. Jul 15, 20 quilted composition book cover july 15, 20 by leave a comment today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. I would suggest auditioning the fabric if you have specific blocks that you want in the front, or back or along the spine. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to sew. Oct 23, 2019 press book cover back fabric in half lengthwise along the centerfold with wrong sides facing. A few weeks ago i put up a sewing tutorial on making your own journal or book cover, and today i have another one that. Find the method, style and skill level you want from this free sewing video series we have curated for you.

This free quilting pattern is for a quilted book cover or bible cover. Layer the batting, front book cover, two pockets on each end raw edges out and fold facing in. Because most of my family live 100s to s of kilometers away, and because we wont be seeing them, i wanted to get it done as soon as possible to make sure it gets to their. I use one for my journal, one for my sewing journal, one to carry with me to take notes or jot down ideas in. Man sewing white vinyl bumper sticker by rob appell for missouri star quilt co. Scripturebook cover tutorial fabric book covers, diy. The instructions are suitable for any sized journal or book. Sugar almonds quilt pattern tutorial kingfisher quilt. The pretty quilted ipad case free pattern sewcanshe. I chose to do straight lines, starting in the middle and sewing 12 apart. Moonshadows video tutorials summer dragonfly video tutorials serenity video tutorials. Ashlawnfarms, rag quilt, bible or book cover, tutorial instructions pdf download. The books can be exchanged out when they get full i go through one per year.

Crazyquilted book cover, part i yesterdays thimble. High quality book inspired duvet covers by independent artists and designers from around the world. This tutorial shows how to make a patchwork quilted journal cover with a ribbon bookmark, based upon the measurements of a purchased hard cover journal. She catches the train and loves to read on her way to work. Its a great introduction to art quilting, and a even a good beginner sewing project for kids or people just starting to. How to make a patchwork quilted journal cover blogger. The instructions include how to take measurements for any size book or notebook. Patchwork notebook cover tutorial vancouver modern quilt guild. Carefully pin everything in place and stitch around using a 14 inch seam. Quilt project tutorials tutorials on the trail creations. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the. Modern hexagon flower quilt duvet how to craft passion.

Also, instead of an elastic band you could use a ribbon, in which case it would need to be stitch to both sides of the cover. Quilting it might shrink it down quite a bit, depending on how densely you quilt it, and you want to make sure that your finished piece is still large enough to make your notebook cover. I have a fun tutorial for you today that i think you will love. Moving forward from the previous tutorial on how to sew a hexagon flower quilt block with a sewing machine, now the hexagon flower quilt blocks are joined up to make a bigger quilted piece before sewing onto a duvet cover. This tutorial shows you how to measure and sew a fabric book cover in 2 ways, fitted width or adjustable width flexiwidth. Screenprinting quilted greeting card binding color theory 101. Quilted book cover tutorial by beret nelson gives step by step instructions on how to make an artistic quilted book or journal cover. Fabric book cover tutorial i decided that i am going to include quite a few handmade gifts for christmas this year, so i have been very busy sewing cute and fun items. Well be making this cute quiltas yougo book cover from start to finish. Add a ribbon bookmark to mark the page of the book.

This is a no binding method where you will also learn how to do a crazy quilt pattern, though you can decorate your cover as you wish. For this tutorial, im covering a composition book to turn it into a daily writing or bullet journal. This is for my 2011 ed tutorial instructions to make a rag quilted bible or book cover. Fabric book covers fabric book cover with an elastic closure. Your books will stay protected from the constant ins and outs of lockers and backpacks. Simple checkbook cover tutorial my daughter asked me to make her a checkbook cover so she didnt have to use the ugly plastic one gasp.

And its pouring with much needed rain outside so what a good way to spend a day, right. Take a look at the front inside cover of your book and measure where you would like your flaps to fit to. Today i am sharing my tutorial for these quilted composition book covers over at riley blake designs cutting corners. Use vinyl and pinking shears super simple book cover. Layer the batting, front book cover, two pockets on each end raw edges out and fold facing in and backing on top, right sides facing, and pin all in place. The wrong sides of the fabric should be against the batting.

I made a test block, a while back and i was sharing it with paula j payne from quilting. For larger books, you will need to tape a couple of pieces of paper together. Crazy quilt book cover tutorial part 2 sew excited. Our cover is fully lined, with pockets that slip over the front and back of your book. For a discussion of how to pair fabrics according to color, texture, and print, check out. Fabric book covers are a great way to turn any size of blank book such as a hard cover journal or composition book into a beautiful gift. Jun 01, 2018 quilted scrap fabric book cover tutorial hello dear quilty friends and readers. Its designed to cover a composition book, which measures 9 34 x 7 12. May 11, 2012 here are two samples of the book cover that these instructions will cover. Its also super beginner friendly, teaches basic quiltasyougo techniques including binding.

This will create the two pockets to hold the covers of the book. With your outer cover piece facing right side up, find the middle of the top edge of your fabric, place your ribbon lengthwise down the cover, with an overhang of 1 at each end of the cover, pin in place, sew your ribbon across the top, within 0. Notebooks and journals make thoughtful gifts for others and for yourself. Either way, its too nice for that friend who always crashes at your place. Nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. I think uneven nine patch is very descriptive of this block. Adapt the methods to sew a book cover that fits your book in a different size. No matter the shape and size and purpose fabric book covers are a great way to make them a little bit prettier.

Quilting tutorials sewing tutorials sewing hacks sewing projects notebook covers journal covers journal notebook sewing patterns free free sewing. Each of these six free fabric notebook and journal cover tutorials is quite different in style and flavor. Mar 26, 2018 nine of the best free sewing tutorials for sewing notebooks, journals and simple book covers. This is a really fun project to help make some of those less than attractive school. This is a no binding method where you will also learn how to do a crazy quilt pattern, though you. Press book cover back fabric in half lengthwise along the centerfold with wrong sides facing. I used a fabric covered button because i think it looks smart but you could use a plain button. To keep a nice book nice, and to disguise one thats been defaced, sew a simple fabric book cover. How to make a quilted composition notebook cover the quilt. This is an easy project that is perfect for using up those small scraps that you cant bear to throw away.

Fabric book cover tutorial i made a really sweet little book cover the other day and enjoyed the process and the results so much i thought id write a tutorial on it. Plus, text book cover designs are usually utilitarian at best, and ugly at worst. And if you add a handmade cover, it makes the gift all the more personal and special. Not exactly quilt specific, but a lot of it applies. Well be making this cute quilt asyougo book cover from start to finish. Add an elastic band to fasten the book and ensure it is closed and tuck away neatly. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions what you need. Make your own customized cover by measuring the book you want to cover, raiding your scrap stash, and sewing a work of art. You can see the quilted book cover full tutorial here. The new hexagon flower quilt duvet with its new owner. Fabric book covers fun ways to hide what youre reading. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours.

The easiest way to do it is to wrap a piece of paper around the book, folding in flaps inside the cover. Quilt as you go book cover tutorial confessions of a. I made the original one for a friend who is an avid reader. Mar, 2012 for the cover on the bottom i used blocks from the farmers wife sampler quilt book. Id recommend a minimum of three different fabrics, but no more than five.

Make the flaps approximately half of the width of your book. My rag quilted bible book cover is the type you see in the pictures for examples of what you could make. Fabric book covers are a quick, easy sew project that can be completed in about an hour. The tutorial is easy to follow and you could consider using orphan blocks or some scrap fabric to finish off this quilted project. Gather a selection of scraps to use for the outer crazyquilt. This is a great example of how you can stick your random ufo quilt blocks into the outside of the fabric book cover.

I have one that has a cover that was from a swap and i love it. Uneven nine patch block tutorial ive been contemplating this block for quite some time. 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 made this notebook cover following by small means tutorial. Fabric book cover tutorial book cover diy, fabric book.

You will also need a piece of wadding slightly larger than this to quilt the cover to mine is 10 long x 7 high. Patchwork notebook cover tutorial vancouver modern quilt. 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. It seemed a shame that someone like myself who can sew, had been using a plastic one too. I have looked at about a dozen different directions on the web for ways to make a quilted cover for a book. Book cover tutorial 52 ufo quilt block pick up patchwork posse. As part of the island batik ambassador program, i was challenged in march to make a mini quilt using paper piecing or foundation piecing. Quilt as you go book cover tutorial confessions of a homeschooler. Simply hit the play button to watch the the first video within the series, scroll through the. Using the instructions you can learn how to make a fabric book cover to suit any size book, and youll also learn. Then turn the quilt sandwich around and draw lines going in the opposite direction. Simply love how they turn out, be it a full hexagon quilt version or a hexagon flower applique patchwork. Quilted book cover tutorial one thousand gifts journal cover quiet book tutorial. Dec 02, 20 fabric book cover tutorial i decided that i am going to include quite a few handmade gifts for christmas this year, so i have been very busy sewing cute and fun items.