FREE! Cork Notebook Cover - Beginner Friendly!

In this video I'll walk you through making my FREE Cork Notebook Cover. Supplies & cutting information are included in the video - There's nothing to download! All you need is some cork or other non-fraying material since the edges are not finished (you can purchase a 9" x 27" from my website), HTV for inside (optional), thread for some fun stitching plus your basic sewing supplies. No hardware, no zippers!
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[@je7867]

I like the notebook project. I loved that you used the decorative stitches! It gives me another way to use my decorative stitches while working on my stitch book. Thank you for sharing your videos on KZbin!

[@sweetpea22000]

This is a genius idea, I actually loved the beige bobbin thread. I am definitely going to try this.

[@sherryfaires7931]

This is right up my alley! I love it and hope I can make several for gifts! Thank you so much!

[@meaganwalter8656]

I cant wait to make this! It was so awesome to meet you at the Sew Magical Expo!! You have such a wonderful personality!!

[@pamelaleitman9305]

Adorable!

[@cheryletaylor2658]

FABULOUS project!!! Highly recommend it!!

[@shariz2998]

Made one for my hubby with picture of his dog using htv. It came out great! Thank you.😊

[@farkiemacd]

this is so fun! I am definitely making some of these as gifts!

[@judyfrangella3330]

Thanks for the new patten. Great way to use those specialty stitches.

[@clombard7134]

Genius!! Love this tutorial that uses some of the beautiful decorative stitches that are on our machines. Love this project. Thanks for sharing your talent Jessica!!

[@isobelgreer7693]

I made your Cork notebook cover today. I used the knitted design cork and the vinyl lining. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@briteddy9759]

I just learned about your channel and I will have to explore it. I like doing small craft objects in between working on quilts. Keeps the hobby of sewing interesting. This looks like a fun craft. I like planners also and this would be a neat cover for any sized notepad or notebook. It will also allow me to explore heat transfer vinyls. One more tool or tick in my toolbox!

[@annaturner2828]

❤️ Thank you!

[@conniel.4601]

I’ve been looking for a cover for a mini legal pad, thanks!

[@cherieemmons6833]

Love it! I learned you can press cork and I had no idea how to use iron on vinyl until now. Great project and awesome directions. I see this in my very near future!Thank you.

[@patriciakalisak4300]

Beautiful I’m going to give it a try

[@vnlindsay]

Great project

[@Wrightn221]

Thanks for the tutorial!!! People have been selling the patterns for way too much. Can I use fabric instead of cork?

[@mossn081]

Great idea and video Thank you so much.

[@reginahonore9717]

Very cool! Thanks so much

[@mouseboots46]

I have done similar using heavier, hand wound threads in the bobbin, working from the back side.

[@mouseboots46]

Yes you do have to fiddle with bobbin tension. If you have a case rather than drop-in, a second case reserved for "fiddling", especially if you think you may do some more extensive experimenting.

[@pamelaleitman9305]

Ive watched this a lot and keep going back to it. Im making a navy blue one for my son now. Not sure what to do on the front. Any ideas? Has to be a bit masculine..thank you!

[@pwnagelol999]

NICE AND WE ARE FINE WITH THAT

[@isobelgreer7693]

Great tutorial Jessica. I know what I can make with my knitting design cork. Can I use cotton fabric for the lining?

[@SewManyCreations]

Sure but you would have to finish the edges. This is a raw edge project.

[@isobelgreer7693]

@@SewManyCreations Thank you Jessica

[@VickiGiger]

What could I use to make it stiffer, more stable?

[@lauraanderson3675]

Love this. What a great way to try stitches. Do you have a source for HTV?

[@SewManyCreations]

I love ExpesssionsVinyl.com. They have an amazing selection!

[@pamelaleitman9305]

I am in the middle of making this now! So the vinyl has a white sheet on back side that if you pull the tip a little it is adhesive. I leave the white sheet on and press. Then i take off the clear front and heat press.. that seems to be what I have to do. ? There were no directions that I could see. Thank you! The embroidery is fun but a bit wonky on mine.. no biggie!

[@SewManyCreations]

If the paper is white and the vinyl is sticky it’s probably not HTV but permanent vinyl. HTV has a clear top sheet and the vinyl is not sticky.

[@pamelaleitman9305]

The back is white. The vinyl shiny part is sticky when you try to remove it. So its permanent? Can i use it or its for some other material?

[@ettastanley9533]

Is there thicknesses of Cork I bought some and it is very thin I don’t think it will work PLEASE HELP

[@SewManyCreations]

@@ettastanley9533 cork should be .8 - 1mm in thickness approximately

[@pamelaleitman9305]

Would you decorate the front of a cork notebook for a male? (My adult son)..

[@SewManyCreations]

I guess it would depend on him and what his likes are. If I was making one for my husband for instance, I would keep it very plain because that’s more his style. If your son is into sports or movies, etc. maybe you could decorate it in his preference. I also think it would look really cool to do some very simple stitches in neutral colors!

[@pamelaleitman9305]

@@SewManyCreations He is conservative but loves the idea of cork - vegan- sustainable-etc so maybe neutral colors good idea!

[@SewManyCreations]

@@pamelaleitman9305 I would probably go plain and simple then!