How to Make the Perfect Ipod Case: A Guide for Beginners

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In this article, I will teach you how to make the perfect ipod case for your iPod. There are a few different ways to do this, and it’s up to you to decide which one is best for your needs. They all work equally, but some ways may be more difficult than others.

Here are the steps:

  1. Find a piece of fabric or a scrap of material about 10″ by 13″.
  2. Fold the fabric in half, measuring 5″ by 13″ on the outside and 2 1/2″ by 10″ on the inside.
  3. Sew up one side of the cloth with a 1/4 inch seam allowance.
  4. Turn the case right-side out and fold over the open edge of fabric that was just sewn shut so that it’s now on top of the sewing line and tucked neatly underneath it.
  5. Sew another piece of fabric (of any color) measuring 3″ wide.

 

How to make the perfect ipod case for your ipod

The method that you choose will depend on what you’re looking for.

The first way is to find a piece of fabric or a scrap of material that is about 10″ by 13″. You’ll want it to be larger than the iPod, so there’s room for the fabric around it. With this method, fold the fabric in half, so it measures 5″ by 13″ on the outside and 2 1/2″ by 10″ on the inside. Turn it right-side out and fold over the open edge of fabric that was just sewn shut so that it’s now on top of the sewing line and tucked neatly underneath it.

Sew another piece of fabric (of any color) measuring 3″ wide and cut into two pieces measuring 2 3/4″ x 2″. These will go at either end to form straps for your case.

 

Tips for beginners

If you’re a beginner and don’t know how to sew, there is a simple way to make an ipod case.

All you need is:

  1. A plastic Ziploc bag.
  2. Some Velcro strips.
  3. Some sewing thread and needle (or thread and needle set).
  4. Scissors.
  5. A marker or pen for measuring the length of Velcro strips that will go on the outside of the case (these need to be about 2 inches long).

All you have to do is fold the Ziploc bag in half, so it measures 5″ by 13″. Then sew up one side with a 1/4 inch seam allowance, turn right-side out, and fold over the open edge of fabric that was just sewn shut so that it’s now on top of the sewing line and tucked neatly underneath it.

Sew another piece of fabric (of any color) measuring 3″ wide just below where you sewed up the other side, which will serve as a pocket for your iPod when it’s in this case. Put some Velcro strips just below where you folded over the open edge of the fabric from step 4, then cut them into two pieces about 2 inches.

 

What material can I use?

The material that you use for your ipod case can be anything from a piece of fabric to a scrap of material. It’s up to you, depending on what you have handy and what you might find more cost-effective. The best way to make your iPod case is going to depend on how familiar you are with sewing or crafting in general, so take a look at the instructions below and see which one seems the most manageable to you.

 

How do I sew a straight line? 

There are many ways to sew a straight line, but I find it easiest to use the “elastic” method. This means that you should take the two pieces of fabric and lay them next to each other with the right sides together.

Create a loop in one end of the elastic (usually about 6″) and feed it through the loop on the other end.

Pinching one side of the elastic between your thumb and index finger, pull it over so that it’s now lined up with the edge of your fabric on this site instead.

Starting at one end, sew down your little piece of elastic following the line you’ve drawn as a guide.

Take care not to stretch or bunch your elastic as you sew since this will distort any straight lines you’re trying to sew!

When you get near an edge, make sure to stop sewing before going past it so that you don’t accidentally sew over it and create a hole in your fabric!

 

How do I finish the edges? 

After you’ve sewn the fabric shut, fold over the open edge of fabric that was just sewn shut so that it’s now on top of the sewing line and tucked neatly underneath it.

  • Sew another piece of fabric (of any color) measuring 3″ wide and long enough to cover the first piece of fabric.
  • Sew this new piece of fabric to the first piece of fabric, 1/4 inch from both sides, so that the edges are trimmed off cleanly.
  • Fold this side inwards towards the inside of your iPod case and sew another line to keep it closed for good measure.
  • Insert your iPod into the case!

Now that you know how to make the perfect ipod case, it’s time to start making your own. Whether you want to make the perfect case for yourself or for someone else, this guide has everything you need to know.