This flip cover is versatile enough fold back fully. The key to this is using an old book that is about the height of the gadget itself. When i received the cover i was a bit concerned about the quality of the leather straps that mounts the ipad leather casing to the book cover. You can even see the area where i ripped off the stand piece. How to make a hollow book carry pad suggests using an hollow book as a case for the apple ipad. If you dont want to be stuck with the same old ipad covers everyone else is using, theres an easy way to make an ipad cover from an old or notsoold book. To learn more about how ebonical made his, check out his website, which also includes a video showcasing his kindle book cover in action. The tutorial is available as a free pdf tutorial, originally published in lisa lams book a bag for all reasons. Diy ipad cover from composition notebook a tutorial.
And it even has a handy shoulder strap if youd like to wear it like a purse. This is the new bookbook for ipad a leather case styled to look like an old, classic book. Turns out it was pretty easy using the box my ipad came in, some hair elastics and a notebook with the pages removed. Bookbook for ipad is a uniquely handcrafted oneofakind, hardback leather case that doubles as a fully adjustable stand. Ever since spotting it at maker faire awhile back, ive been interested in the myriad ways you can use it for anything from simple repairs to. Twelve south bookbook case you can disguise your ipad as an old book with this stylish. The top should be 3 34 in wide and the bottom part 7 34 in. Even though devices are pretty much the same and most of all these covers are universal, people that make them are different. Get 3% daily cash with apple card or get up to 18 months special financing. Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with. Hand made in new york, the old book gets better with age with every scratch it accumulates as it protects your ipad. Jul 31, 2012 make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru. Its a cinch to add photos directly from your phone or tablet and preserve your favorite memories.
Bookbook for ipad forms a safe cocoon around your prized ipad. Free ipad, stand homemade of an old book step by step how to do it yourself. Dec 31, 20 looks like somebody tricked their way onto santas nice list. Best cheap book style kindle cover if you are looking for a cheap case for your newest kindle the entrylevel model that looks like a book, check out this design from tnp. The vintage cover art work is printed into a thin and lightweight cover to make the case look the same as the vintage notebook. 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. You may need to access my previous video diy fabric book covers for technique. Make a step by step instructable to help everyone make their own of cour. Twelve south creates beautiful accessories designed exclusively for apple. I would make a cover for our new ipad out of one of the old composition notebooks i had sitting around. An eyecatching design can make the difference between a book that sells and one that stalls, so dont let your future bestseller get passed over due to a soso cover design. Canvas free book cover maker is ridiculously easy to use even for the novice or notsotechsavvy writer. Measure to verify the book is large enough for your.
Genuine leather walletstyle case in the shape of an oldfashioned weathered book. When i made my first ipad bean bag i realised that the item is quite large and therefore very visible in any room. Best cheap bookstyle kindle cover if you are looking for a cheap case for your newest kindle the entrylevel model that looks like a book, check out this design from tnp. Take an old book and make sure its a suitable size for the tablet youll be using. Mattia from italy first made this project and sent us the images below for the sugru gallery. Shop for old ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1234, pro or mini.
No one will notice that you are carrying a book, especially if it is a 1970s exlibrary copy of new zealand in colour. Remove the cover of the book if it has one and center the ipad facedown inside the cover. This is the latest in a series of articles in which we look at ways to give your old ipad a new purpose. Fortunately, apple books makes it easy to do that, whether or not an image of the books cover remains visible in the app or not. So whats the best thing to do with amazing projects. 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. How to create your wwn ipad case with a book digital. It also saves you having to run and find your phone whenever you want some music.
Canvas book cover maker makes designing book covers amazingly simple even for nondesigners. To tidy and enforce the spine it is best to cover where the cuts were made. Therefore this time i wanted to add some touches that make the stand not. Center the ipad on one board and put 4 inch lengths of elastic around each corner, making sure its tight enough to hold the corners. But i couldnt find one i really liked in the right size and i was a bit impatient to have a cover for the ipad now that ive made this cover my plan is to be on the hunt for an appropriately sized book so i can make a. How to manage your library in apple books on iphone and ipad. You want it to be about 14 inch wider on all sides but theres a little wiggle room. New bookbook ipad case looks like an old, classic book. Determining your custom measurements this tutorial was completed using an original series ipad which measures approximately 9. Genuine leather walletstyle case in the shape of an old fashioned weathered book.
Download app for iphone and ipad download app for android upgrade your book to a matte cover. How to make an ipad cover from an old book transform. Make tablet case for ipad and samsung galaxy tab from cardboard duration. You can find old leatherbound books at the secondhand shop for a. In my case, im using a 12 tablet and found an old book lying around that had some pages missing. Shop for old book style ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1234, pro or mini. How to make a kindle cover from a hollowed out hardback book. Make a stylish ipad case from a notebook man made diy. Smart cover for ipad 7th generation and ipad air 3rd generation alaskan blue. Design book covers with canvas free book cover maker. Cut a 3 inch wide strip of fabric to cover the inner spine and apply with the archival glue. Engrave your ipad with your name or a personal note for. A xacto crafts knife blade or any knifething which can cut paper. Make sure it sells out by creating an awesome cover design.
Use the cover of an old book to create a cover for your ereader. Twelve south 121235 bookbook for ipad mini, black vintage leather book case w typing angle and display stand for ipad mini 1st, 2nd, 3rd gen. Just get a plain old yellow padded mailer and cut it to size then cover it with duct tape sheets. How to turn an old book into a useful tablet case diy.
Youve done the hard work and created an amazing book. Even though weve all been told since childhood to never judge a book by its cover, the fact is that book cover design does attract readers. Diy ipad cover sewed from fabric scraps yesterday i showed you some impressive diy kindle cases and covers and now i want to show some cool diy covers and cases for ipads. How to turn an old book into tablet case snapguide. Make your own ipad cover using a repurposed vintage book. Take the tablet out and wrap it in cellophane wrap or cling film. Shown off on instructables, the sugru team lays out how to transform a beat up old book into a holder for a tablet device your only requirements are a book of the appropriate size, your device. How to turn an old book into a useful tablet case diy technology tutorial. Diy ipad cover using a vintage book i used an old disney book the kids werent interested in.
Along with its vintage looks, this case makes ipad feel as if youre holding a real book, and in many ways you are holding a book. Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with sugru. Jul 12, 2011 i would make a cover for our new ipad out of one of the old composition notebooks i had sitting around. The care with which you make your handmade tablet cover goes a long way in keeping it solid and sturdy. Like a book would fold over, this flip cover too will. For a more detailed article with stepbystep instructions and more pictures, check out the article how to make a hollow book on wonderhowto. Use the pencil to trace an outline, you should hold the pencil perpendicular to the paper so that the side of the pencil pushes against the side of the ipad as you trace. I used elastic on the corners to hold the ipad in place. What you see in the picture is actually an old picture frame backing out of a broken picture frame that i used on another project. This should also work with any other tablet computers you may own. Custom name personalized ipad cover custom made flip case with stand for. 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. Leather smart cover for ipad 7th generation and ipad air 3rd generation saddle brown next gallery image. A book twice as thick as your ipod a paperback is hard to work on but it will be better to use a paperback since it is easy to carry a paperback rather than a hard cover.
Jun 14, 2014 this flip cover is versatile enough fold back fully. Photo books make a book custom photo books snapfish. Free ipad, stand homemade of an old book part 1 youtube. A hard, durable front and back cover are combined with the interior lined with soft suede material to protect the iphone against bumps and scratches. When thats the case, you need a case that turns your tablet into a notebook. Its made by twelvesouth who are rapidly becoming one of my favorite ipad accessory makers. Procase ipad 2 3 4 case old model ultra slim lightweight stand case with translucent frosted back smart cover for apple ipad 2 ipad 3 ipad 4 navy 4. Mar 24, 20 free ipad, stand homemade of an old book step by step how to do it yourself. Make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru step 1. Bought this 2,5 years ago as a gift for my girlfriend.
Tape the elastic to the back, then remove the ipad and secure with superglue. Its a great way to get a quality case for much less than youd pay for new. All you need is fabric, mat board, glue and elastic. Leather smart cover for ipad 7th generation and ipad air 3rd generation saddle brown previous gallery image. This ipad stand, wedge or bean bag is functional as well as decorative. Diy tutorial upcycling an old book into tablet flip cover. Lay out your tablet inside the book and mark the four corners with a pencil. Familyfunzaz check delivery dates for mothers day 50% off graduation. To get the best fit, we brought our kindle and ipad with us, this way we just held each tablet up to the book to find the best fit, simple. From oneofakind cases like bookbook to the desktop spacesaver bookarc, our innovative products enhance, protect, and personalize the experience of using your favorite apple gear. You might be surprised at just how easy this diy ipad and tablet standing cover is to make. With an old leatherbound book and some sugruthat diy miracle puttyyou can make a greatlooking cover for your tablet or ebook reader.
The books app can continue to show the cover image of a book that youve deleted from your device. Sometimes, an ipad just doesnt have the hardware features for serious productivity work. Make an ipad or ereader case from a recycled book man. This protective case is available for the ipad 2018 and 2017, ipad pro 9. Design book cover for free with online templates adobe spark. Here is how i made an easy, inexpensive ipad cover. Jul 10, 2012 this is the latest in a series of articles in which we look at ways to give your old ipad a new purpose. How to make an ipad cover from an old book transform your.
Looks like somebody tricked their way onto santas nice list. Sometimes you dont want everyone to know you are carrying around your ipad. Twelve south bookbook for ipad, brown vintage leather book. If your printer gives you a different size you can adjust it easily before you cut the pattern. In this installment, we focus on converting your old ipad into a dedicated ereader. Make a customized photo book on the go with our new and improved snapfish app. Ancient book ipad pro 11 case vintage ipad cover 10. The technique is more or less the same but you need to careful when choosing the book for the ipad case it should have proper padding around the sides and the thickness of the book pages should be enough to support your ipad. Make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru. 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. No matter which iteration you own we have an ipad case for you. Aug 16, 2010 this is the new bookbook for ipad a leather case styled to look like an old, classic book.
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