iPad2 Case

My lovely grandmother got me an iPad for Christmas. I really did not want to spend the money to get a fancy case. So, I saw it as an opportunity to make one! I designed it all my self and I'm going to attempt to walk you through what I made even though I didn't document the entire process.


Things you will need:
- iPad, or something that needs a case (kindle, nook)
- fabric (I used some scraps I had)
- elastic
- chip board (or similar)
- Sewing machine




Step one:
Measure out the chip board. I laminated two pieces together to make it a little stronger. This will be the structure of the case. I just approximated and made it a little bigger then my iPad. In order to make the case I wanted I need three sizes. 1- is the back where iPad will be held in place. 2 and 3 will fold over to cover 1.

Step Two: Get fabric! I used scraps that I had. Line up all the chipboard pieces to measure the fabric. Be sure to allow for extra space in case you screw something up. Make two pieces like this.

Step Three: (Optional) I hand stitched on these pretty flowers to give my fabric some more personality.

Step Four: Sew your two pieces of fabric  together on three sides. The two long sides and one of the short sides. It will look similar to a small pillow case.

Step Five: Once your fabric is sewn you slide in piece 1 of your chip board. This will be where the iPad sits. Optionally, I would suggest adding some sort of cushion, like padding in the case to soften the chipboard (but i didn't add any in mine)  After piece 1 is in, sew it in place so it doesn't move. Do not sew through the chipboard, just right next to it so it won't move.

Step Six: Same as step five with piece 2. Be sure to allow some room (the thickness of your ipad) between piece 1 and 2 so the case can fold over.

Step Seven: Now add piece 3 and close the piece. Get rid of extra fabric and make sure all the chipboard pieces are snug.

Step Eight: Now time for elastic. This will hold your iPad in place. I just cut a strip and stapled to the chip board where I wanted the iPad to lay. (look at pictures to better understand)

Now you have a case!!

Additional: I added a button on one side and a some embroidery floss so the case would stay closed and can be propped up. (look at pictures) 

Happy sewing!