Free Kindle and eReader Sleeve Cover Pattern

Create your own Kindle or eReader sleeve using this easy sewing pattern. 

I'm excited to share two of my favorite things: reading and sewing.

This soft sleeve cover can be customized to fit any e-reader or tablet device like Kindle, Kobo, or Onyx. It is fully lined with no raw edges and has a convenient carrying handle and hook-and-loop tape closure.  Layers of batting will help protect your device.

To sew an attractive sleeve, all you will need is cotton fabric, batting, and hook-and-loop tape. Don't worry about the fit. Adjust the measurement of the fabric pieces to fit your specific eReader.

This pattern has not been drop-tested, so we cannot guarantee it will protect your device against drops.

eReaders have transformed how we enjoy books, eliminating the need to carry around heavy physical copies. Say goodbye to struggling with cumbersome books while reading in bed. When traveling, you can easily slip a Kindle, Kobo, or any eReader into your purse or bag and take it wherever you go.

This sewing project is perfect for making a decorative and protective cover for your Kindle.

To learn more about this Kindle sleeve pattern, watch our video tutorial or continue reading this post on making your own Kindle sleeve.

WHAT YOU NEED to make a reading tablet sleeve

• Cotton fabric for the exterior and lining
• Soft Quilt Batting 
• 3/4" Sew in Velcro or Hook & Loop Tape
• Iron and ironing board
• Sewing machine and basic sewing supplies

INSTRUCTIONS for making an e-reader sleeve for any device

Step 1: Measure your device

First, measure your device's height, width, and depth.  Allowances must be added to fit the reading device so the tablet can easily slide in and out of the sleeve.

For example, a Kindle Paperwhite measures 5" x 7" x .3". Add the .3" to both the height and width to get 5.3" x 7.3". Next, the numbers are rounded up to the nearest inch or half inch. So, the rounded numbers for the Paperwhite are 5.5" x 7.5".  

Next, add 1" to each direction to leave enough room for the 1/4" seam allowances and some extra ease so the Paperwhite will easily slide into the case. The final cutting size for the front and back pieces for the Kindle Paperwhite is 6.5" x 8.5". 

Steps for calculating the size of Front and Back pieces for your device:

Measure the Height & Width of your device.

Calculated Height = (Measured Height + Depth) rounded up to the nearest 1/2", then add 1".

Calculated Width = (Measured Width + Depth) rounded up to the nearest 1/2", then add 1".

Front and Back Piece Cut Size = Calculated Width + Calculated Height

The pieces below can be adjusted according to the cut size of the front and back pieces.

Step 2: Cut the pieces

For my e-reader sleeve cover, I used two fabrics. One for the outside and one for the lining.  I used quilt batting for the padding on my covers.

The measurements below will make a cover to fit a Kindle Paperwhite that is 5" x 7".  Adjust the measurements for your device as specified.

• Outside fabric
  • Cut 2 (Front & Back) - 6.5” x 8.5” OR Calculated Width x Calculated Height.
  • Cut 1 (Flap) - 6.5” x 3” OR  Calculated Width x 3"
  • Cut 2 (Handle) - 5.5” x 2” OR (Calculated Height - 1") x 2". Make the handle 1" shorter than the height of your tablet.
• Lining fabric 
  • Cut 2 (Front & Back) - 6.5” x 8.5” OR Calculated Width x Calculated Height.
  • Cut 1 (Flap) - 6.5” x 3” OR  Calculated Width x 3"
• Soft Quilt Batting
  • Cut 3 (Front & Back) - 6.5” x 8.5” OR Calculated Width x Calculated Height. Two layers of batting are put on the front to protect the screen.
  • Cut 1 (Flap) - 6.5” x 3” OR Calculated Width x 3"
  • Cut 1 (Strap) - 5.5” x 2” OR (Calculated Height - 1") x 2". Make the handle 1" shorter than the height of your tablet.
• Velcro or Hook & Loop Tape - Cut a piece the length of Calculated Width - 2".

Step 3: sew the Velcro to the project

Put the flap lining fabric on the table with the wrong side facing down. Lay the hook piece of the hook-and-loop tape 5/8" from one long edge.

Center the hook-and-loop tape across the width of the right side of the flap fabric.

Using matching thread and a straight stitch of normal length, sew around the hook-and-loop tape to secure it. Put this piece aside for now.

Lay the outside front fabric on a work surface with the wrong side down. Position the loop portion of the hook-and-loop tape 1 1/2" from the short side of the fabric.

Center the tape across the width and sew around the hook-and-loop tape to secure it to the outside piece.

Step 4: Sew the flap pieces together

Take the flap lining fabric (with the hook-and-loop tape), the flap outside fabric, and the flap batting. Place the lining and outside fabric together with the right sides facing each other.

Lay the batting against the wrong side of the outside fabric.

Flip the piece over so you can see the cotton fabric. Pin the three layers together along the short sides and the side closest to the hook-and-loop tape.

Sew the flap with a 1/4" seam allowance and a straight stitch of normal length.  Start at the corner of the short side farthest from the hook-and-loop tape, stop and pivot with the needle down at the corner, and continue sewing along the side closest to the hook-and-loop tape. Finish by turning at the corner and sewing the other short side. Leave the long side furthest from the hook-and-loop tape unsewn.

Step 5: Turn the flap right side out

Using the fabric scissors, clip the corners that have been sewn, being sure not to clip through the stitch line. This will reduce the bulk at the corners.

Turn the flap right side out, using a turning stick or chopstick to push out the corners so they are crisp. Iron the flap flat.

Take the flap to the sewing machine and top stitch close to the edge where the first stitching was done.

Set this flap piece aside.

Step 6: Sew the strap together

Place the two strap pieces with the right sides together.

Place the strap batting on top. Pin the pieces together and stitch with a 1/4" seam allowance around the fabric, leaving an inch to an inch and a half opening on one of the long sides. This opening will be used to turn the piece right side out.

Clip the corners and turn the strap right side out, pushing the corners out with the turning stick or chopstick.

At the iron, fold the raw edges of the opening to the inside and press to make a nice rectangle.

Topstitch close to the edge all of the way around the strap. As you topstitch, the opening will be stitched closed.

Step 7: sew the strap to the back of the e-reader sleeve

Put the back outside fabric on a work surface with the right side facing up. This is the piece without the hook-and-loop tape.

Lay the long edge of the strap 1" from the long edge of the back outside fabric and center it across the fabric. Pin the strap in place.

Stitch a 1/2" rectangle at the top and bottom of the strap to attach it to the fabric.

To add extra support to the strap, stitch an X in the rectangles and stitch across the side towards the center of the strap to reinforce the stitching.

The strap is ready.

Step 8: attach the flap to the back piece

Continue with the back outside fabric (right side up) and center the flap along one short edge (right side down). There should be about 1/4" on each side.

The side of the flap with the hook-and-loop tape should be facing up. Use a 1/4" seam allowance and sew the flap to the back piece. 

Step 9: sew the front to the back

Next, sew the outside front and outside back together. Remember that the top of the outside front is the short edge closest to the hook-and-loop tape.  The top of the outside back is the edge with the flap. 

Before layering, fold the corners of the flap towards the center and pin.  This ensures the edges of the flap do not get caught in the side seams.

Place the outside front on top of the outside back with the right sides facing each other. The hook-and-loop tape side is closest to the flap.

Lay two layers of batting on the side with the hook and loop tape.  Turn it over and place one piece of batting on the side with the flap.

Pin the layers together along the two long sides and the short bottom side.  The bottom is the side furthest from the flap.

Stitch around three sides of the eReader sleeve using a 1/4" seam allowance. Do not sew the side with the flap. As you sew the pieces together, remove the pins.  After sewing, remove the pins holding the flap.

Step 10: sew the lining pieces together

Take the front and back lining fabric and place them with the right sides together. Sew around the two long edges and one short edge, leaving a 2 to 2 1/2" opening along the short edge (bottom). This opening will be used to turn the cover right side out.  Do not sew along the top short edge.

step 11: attach the lining to the outside of the sleeve

First, clip the corners of the lining and the outside piece, ensuring not to clip the stitching.

Turn the lining right side out. There is no need to push the corners out this time.

Put your hand in the lining and push the lining into the outside piece of the sleeve. The flap should be towards the inside of the pocket. Line up the top raw edges and the side seams.

Finger press the side seams open and pin on each side. Pin the lining and outside together around the top edge.

Sew around the top edge using a 1/4" seam allowance. Clip threads.

step 12: turn the Kindle sleeve right side out

Pull the lining out of the sleeve once you've sewn around the top.

Turn the cover right side out through the hole left in the bottom edge of the lining. This must be done carefully so as not to rip the stitching on the lining. It will be a tight fit but eventually come through the opening.Use the turning stick or chopstick to push out the corners of the case.

Step 13: sew the opening in the lining 

Next, sew the opening in the lining closed. At the iron, fold the raw edges of the opening towards the inside and press.

Using a topstitch, stitch the opening closed. Clip any threads.Push the lining inside the cover. Get the corners of the lining into the corners of the case. Press the case and the top edge.

step 14: topstitch along the top edge

For the last step, finish it off by topstitching along the top edge. This will give it a clean, finished look.

The Kindle sleeve cover is finished. Slide your Kindle into the e-reader sleeve cover.

We hope you enjoyed reading this eReader sleeve tutorial with this Kindle sleeve pattern. Measure your Kindle or tablet device and make one for yourself. They also make great gifts!
 

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