Mattia from italy first made this project and sent us the images below for the sugru gallery. The eink display, the long battery life, and the simple design make for excellent ereaders. The perfect twist of old and new for your kindle device. Make a cover for the gadget that looks exactly like the old books he loves, using the. From ayotu comes a range of kindle paperwhite compatible case covers that includes this beautiful variant designed to look like an old library book. Take an old book and make sure its a suitable size for the tablet youll be using. The verso range features a few classic bookstyle covers. I have another fabulous and talented blogger stopping by to share a project with you. Push the covers apart to open up the space between.
To get the best fit, we brought our kindle and ipad with us, this way we just held each tablet up to the book. Kindle paperwhite leather cover 10th generation2018 4. Dedicated kindle stands dedicated stands offer more support for your kindle than covers and cases with a stand built in. I have a kindle and bought a case for it, i like it and it does the job, but to make it my own would be great. Use the locking mechanism on these stands to keep your kindle in its place and reduce the chance of damage if it drops to the floor.
And chances are you already have the perfect book for your kindle collecting dust on your bookshelf. Amazon kindle devices enable users to browse, buy, download, and read ebooks, newspapers, magazines and other digital media via wireless networking to the kindle store. I made two modifications first, i used a sheet of felt instead of batting, because it seemed like that would be easier to sew and i knew it would be enough protection i made my old kindle case and lined it with felt. How to turn an old hardback book into an awesome kindle cover. And chances are you already have the perfect book for your kindle. Make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru step 1. Apr 12, 2012 now my kindle can sleep in its own comfy quilted cover. It will work with pretty much any kindle, nook, tablet, or ereader, and only requires a hardcover book, an elastic band, and some simple craft supplies.
If you have access to an old hardcover of the right size, you can remove the pages and turn it into a simple ereader case in 6090 minutes. Saharacase case with glass screen protector for amazon kindle fire hd 8 7th generation 2017 release clear rose gold model. This book case is made from greyboard, plastic, and a special book binding tape we do not sell any leather goods. Iconic composition book case for kindle paperwhite. Cobak kindle paperwhite case with stand durable pu leather smart cover with auto sleep wake, hand strap feature, only fits all new kindle paperwhite 10th generation 2018 released,sky blue 4. How to turn an old book into tablet case snapguide. Apr 01, 2020 while the kindle oasis might boast a superior design, a large seveninch display, and a number of premium features which amazons other ereaders lack, the 2018 paperwhite is a wellmade, capable device that will make most people happy. Vintage hardcover book jackets repurposed as kindle cases. An actual old timey not my fave word, but seems appropriate book cover that has been adapted by the maker for the kindle. Now youre ready to check out your favorite blog, read a new book, or play a few games. The bookcase from swell accessories lets you protect your ereader with a cover made from an old book. Starting out as an apprenticeship bookbinder in 1976, he evolved to become a specialist maker of book themed products. Accessories hand made kindle case designed to look like a. It will work with pretty much any kindle, nook, tablet, or ereader, and only.
These cases are for all kindle models, give your ereader some character and can be held just like a real book. All new kindle 2019 10th generation case with hand strap holder not compatible with kindle paperwhite series vintage book 4. If youre familiar with past versions of paperwhite, youll feel right at home with the new one. Kindle cases that resemble real books or are made the same way as classic. If you love the digital convenience of ebooks but miss the analog tangibility of physical books, then this diy cover is for you. Your kindle is well protected and you still have the feel of holding a real book in your hands because it is a real book cover. It will work with pretty much any kindle, nook, tablet, or ereader, and only requires a hardcover book. Amazon kindle devices enable users to browse, buy, download, and read ebooks, newspapers, magazines and other digital media via wireless networking to the kindle. This information is located at the bottom of the product story. Diy notebook cover for ipad kindle charlimarietv youtube.
Use a standard a4 sheet of paper as a template i found that the size works great for the kindle. Verso prologue old book cover for kindle and kindle paperwhite. Custom kindle cover old book crafts, book crafts, kindle. Klevercase is a producer of book themed gifts and covers for kindle and. Product title unlimited cellular folio book case for kindle fire h.
This homemade kindle cover from come together kids is made from a real hardcover book and features a handy storage pocket. How to make a kindle case out of a vintage hardcover youtube. His big aha or lightbulb moment came with the launch of the first kindle by amazon. Plus, i use a lot of old book pages for crafts, now i have something to do with the covers. Step 1 gather the materials your perfectlysized hardcover book hobby pva glue polyvinyl acetate or elmers white.
Beautifully british crafted book cover style cases for him or her. Many users assume the ultimate source of thirdparty kindle cases is amazon. The hardware platform, which amazon subsidiary lab126 developed, began as a single device in 2007. The amazon kindle is arguably amazons best product. The amazon kindle is a series of ereaders designed and marketed by amazon. Diy kindle case mit bildern kindle hulle, alte bucher, alte hemden.
But if i was gonna make one, id make one like the one you made but id maybe try it in a black suede or leather with a hot pink liner. 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. The kindle offers you an entire digital library in the palm of your hand. For example, if you want to check all the images in your book. Kindle cases can be expensive, so making a homemade kindle cover is. While youre stuck at home, make the most of your time by learning a new. From ayotu comes a range of kindle paperwhite compatible case. Vintage magic world book case for kindle paperwhite. This is great for ipads, kindles or nooks and gives you the feel of a real book. 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.
Compatible with most kindle, ereaders or 7 inch tablet devices. In my case, im using a 12 tablet and found an old book lying around that had some pages missing. The perfect coming together of old books and new technology make this the ideal gift for kindle and ereader owners that miss the feel of a book in their hands. You will need fabric, adhesive tape, a glue gun and an iron. Most book like cases for ereaders and tablets go for either the authenticity of the old or the discreet invisible charms of the modern sometimes both. The book is handbound by skilled binders in england, accounting for a portion of the price. Saharacase custom design smart folio case for amazon kindle fire hd 10 20172019 blue marble. Kindle cases can be expensive, so making a homemade kindle cover is the perfect weekend project. The perfect coming together of old books and new technology make this the ideal gift for book. Choose a case with a builtin led light for easy device use in the dark.
How to turn an old hardback book into an awesome kindle. I am just finishing up the last book of the hunger games series. Kindle paperwhite case kindle case best kindle amazon kindle capas kindle diy cape book lovers gifts classic books book binding kindle cover book range by klevercase a beautiful vintage hard back book style ereader and tablet cover handmade in england using 40 years of bookbinding experience. May 04, 2011 created by atlantabased etsy artisan heather schnelle, the rookcase lets your ereader go incognito with a book style case. Apr 20, 2020 this was the kindle case i bought immediately, mainly because it doesnt look like a kindle case. This kindle case tutorial comes to us from mommy by day crafter. Tutorial how i make the diy kindle leather case high. Not just for the purpose of being pretty, but also for protection. How to make a kindle case out of a vintage hardcover. The kindle wasnt the first dedicated e book reader device, but it didnt really have much competition there wasnt a huge demand in the market for e book readers before the kindle s launch amazon has two distinct advantages over earlier e book. Diy kindle case holder made from hc book kindle cover. The nicest ipad or kindle case can be made from an old leather bound. Klevercase was born out of a desire to keep old books alive through the creation of premium cases for e book. Its not made for modernday, regular use and abuse of bending back to hold the kindle.
All covers are lovingly hand crafted to premium quality standards. You can absolutely go fabric shopping for your handmade kindle case, but its even better. So i made one myself and put together this diy project tutorial so you. If you have access to an old hardcover of the right size, you can remove. This instructable flows out of rayeaths very helpful nook cover instructable with some hopefully helpful changes. Amazon is updating every kindle made in 20 or after with its latest features for 2019. Diy kindle case holder made from hc book kindle cover, book.
Lighter than many paperbacks, the amazon kindle can hold a small library of books. Cloth for a cover i used an old shirt felt old book superglue ruler kindle elastic. The kindle kids edition is basically a 10thgeneration kindle, dressed up in a cute case and with a. How to convert a hardback book into a kindle cover with a strap. Another way to get the fabric for your kindle case is by repurposing an old shirt. Use the locking mechanism on these stands to keep your kindle. Notebooks with the iconic pseudomarbling design, called. So, i grabbed a few supplies from around the house and got to work on this diy kindle fire cover. Diy kindle case holder made from hc book diy for life. Aug 14, 2011 if you have access to an old hardcover of the right size, you can remove the pages and turn it into a simple ereader case in 6090 minutes, using some cardboard, fabric, elastic bands, thread and. They are right, but sometimes they can find in other online stores, such as target, best buy, or walmart, a better case for a better price. The kindle wasnt the first dedicated e book reader device, but it didnt really have much competition. For the main part of the kindle case the front and back you can use 3.
I started with a lovely leather book cover hand made in florence for a calendar, cut out the calendar, added some marbleized paper for the end papers, and used gold. Make an ipad or kindle case from an old book and sugru. Klevercase was born out of a desire to keep old books alive through the creation of premium cases for e book readers and tablets. These hand made classic book cases are made in the new forest, england, using traditional book binding techniques and over 35 years of experience. Another way to get the fabric for your kindle case is by repurposing an old shirt that. Aug 26, 20 i have been looking for a cute case for my kindle, but i havent found one that i loved, and they are quite expensive. Since i know a bit about book making techniques, i decided to make a case that looked like a fine book that when opened revealed the kindle a kind of old world, new world idea.
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