How to Sew a Fabric Book Cover

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Fabrics are sentimental. Reuse your favorite fabric to cover and protect a book using the instructions offered in this article.

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    Add an additional two inches in length for "each" pocket, which will be created at both ends of the cover. This should create a long rectangle.
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    Stitch them in place.
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    Stitch the upper and lower seams of each pocket.
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    Stitch them in place.
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    Can you define which edge you consider the length and width?
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    If you place your hand on the book's spine vertically, the length will be from fingertip to heel of hand and the width is from thumb to pinky finger.
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    What does "turn over twice" mean?
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    On the two short sides you'll want to fold the fabric once, then fold it again before sewing down the ¼-inch hem. This will keep the cut end of the material under the hem and unlikely to unravel or cause strings.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Fabric
      • Scissors
      • Needle
      • Matching thread
      • Common pins
      • Iron-on interfacing
      • Sewing machine
      • Decorations (optional)
      • Glue

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