Build Your Own iPad Case for $2
I have good crafting intentions. I happily buy all of the supplies and organize them with considerable care and attention. But in the end, I’m hopeless. But with that said, I think even I could craft this DIY felt iPad case. For just a few dollars in materials you can easily create a little something that will keep your tablet safely cradled in felt lined happiness.
The basis of the case is a pair of chair pads found at Ikea (everybody’s favorite store) and lined with anything soft you happen to have available (I’m thinking of the 2 zillion baby blankets I have stowed away in my son’s closet).
Assembly is very simple and requires only stitching around the outer edge. While a sewing machine would make very quick work of this project, it wouldn’t be hard to sew this one by hand.
For those of you more talented than I am, the sky is the limit with customizing this one. The nice thing is, it’s a very simple case and would even work well if you have your smart cover still attached. Not only that, with a little scissor action this could be made for any tablet or even a smartphone… or any electronics of similar size with a need for a little extra protection and cushion.
I love the idea of sleeve style cases for my iPad because it allows me to slide it inside a purse or satchel without worrying about my Smart Cover flipping open or the back of my tablet getting scratched (I’m a little obsessive that way). As I write this I am also thinking that it would be fun to create a few of these in a variety of colors to suit your mood or match your bags.
What I like best about this idea is knowing cases and accessories don’t have to be expensive to be functional and enjoyable.