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Handmade Macbook Air Sleeve Case Tutorial - NoSew- Fall and Winter VersionsYou don't need to have sewing skills or experience to make a personalized bag with thecolors, materials and dimensions you want. Today, I am going to share instructions on how to

make a computer sleeve; which can be also applied to make a wallet, purse, or aclutch.

My project inspiration is my new baby: an 11" Macbook Air. I love it! I had to make something

special for my baby. A chic outfit with some personality to accompany me for coupleyears. I have never made a bag before and as you know from my previous sewing projectof an infinity scarf, I don't have a sewing machine. This is absolutely new for me. If you are inthe same circle, don't worry! You can do it!!!

My journey started in my neighborhood Jo-Ann store. Ifound this creme leather like fabric (vinyl) in theclearance section. I also grabbed a hole punch, softsuede ribbon, fabric glue, and some faux fur aftercouple hours of walking through the isles back andforward. Here is the simple tutorial for this stylish computercase. I will give the instructions for the MacBook Airbut; you can make it to any other size you would liketo do.

Step #1: Cut the fabric into a rectangle(34cm L x32cm W). Then, fold it like anenvelope leaving 13cm for the flip of the bag. I put a tape where I folded it so that it doesn'tmove around.

Step #2: Measure 1cm from right and left sides. Draw a straight line with a pencil to guide youwhile punching your holes.

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Step #3: Put a small mark to each 1/2cm with a ruler again. You will be punching where eachdot it.

Step #4: Punch a hole to each mark- 1/2 cm apart from eachother.I used a paper punch. It didn't punch the two layers together so; I had to do it layer by layer. Ibet a leather punch will be so much easier on your thumb :)

Step #5: Now, you will pull the thread - in this case a suede thread, through the holes. Youcan use ribbon as well as fabric. Make sure to tighten the thread each time for an uniform lookbut; do not tighten it too hard that the leather folds on the sides.

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Step #6: Knot the end of the suede in the lower back side. For the top section, I hided thesuede inside the bag and put a little glue so; it doesn't come off.

Step #7: Decide where you want to put your magnetic snap.Mark the areas with a pencil. I put the laptop inside the casewhile doing this. Because, the thickness of the computer doesshift things a little. Make two small cuts and place the magnets on the top and thebottom. Secure it tight using something hard such as the tipyour hole punch.

Step #8: Your computer case is complete. It only needs someaccessorizing at this point and your options are limitless. Youcan design it in any way you like; add a broach, glitter,... it istime to be creative!

I am into fashion. This year; flowers and leopard fur is very trendy. There is still time forwinter though.That's why I am going to plan a winter version of this case as well as a fallversion and change it when the temperatures drops a bit.

I am excited to hear if you liked the fall or the winter version better???

Fall Version: Flowers...So stylish and there are hundreds of varieties to make. My flowers is made with layeringcircles to add some dimension. Here is the schematic tutorial I prepared for you:

Make circles - my circles are kind of oval shaped. Punch holes inside them- some centered,some not. Punch two holes in your largest circle. Pull the suede thread through the holes asshown in the figure in the direction of the arrow. Make two knots at the ends. Cut anyremaining thread. Glue the flower on the bag.

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Is your crafty flowers in bloom yet? I hope it is :-) Please let me know if you are planning to make one or if you have any questions. I

would love to know your thoughts or any ideas you have.

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13 comments:

Sher September 16, 2011 at 3:43 AM

I love this! It's so cute. This technique would work well for different types of sleeves andbags as well.

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Trina (Trina's Clay Creations) September 16, 2011 at 4:38 AM

This is great, love it!! Such a fun look!

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Paige (Final Clothes-Out) September 16, 2011 at 6:41 AM

I love no-sew projects! This is fabulously easy. Great work!

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Annemarie @ Brunch at Saks September 16, 2011 at 8:19 AM

This is gorgeous! Fantastic job! I just love it!

Happy weekend to you :) xx

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Annemarie @ Brunch at Saks September 16, 2011 at 8:29 AM

PS. Tweeted a link to this on twitter :) xx

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Shoe.Gal September 16, 2011 at 8:36 AM

This is so pretty!

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memoriesforlifescrapbooks September 16, 2011 at 10:31 AM

This is so cool and I love the fur :) I love that it doesn't require any sewing!!!

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Maggie Flatley September 16, 2011 at 6:26 PM

Thank you for sharing this! What an easy tutorial for something so beautiful.

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SibStudio September 16, 2011 at 6:44 PM

It's awesome! I love the winter look with the fur.

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Elle Sees September 16, 2011 at 6:55 PM

love this DIY!and i'm your newest follower!

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Sarah @ Sarahndipities September 21, 2011 at 9:16 AM

So cute!

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Lily Calvin November 22, 2013 at 12:19 AM

Wow so much beautiful its cool.....best macbook pro case

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Έξυπνες Συµβουλές May 7, 2014 at 9:47 AM

very creative! Well done!

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