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E-Reader Zipper Pouch

July 26, 2017 By: Michele McDonald68 Comments

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!

This is a sponsored post on behalf of DMC. As always, all opinions and ideas are my own. This giveaway has ended.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
I am a BIG reader. I could seriously lose myself in a good book. A few years ago I tentatively asked for a Kindle for Christmas, not knowing if I would love it or hate it. You can’t beat the feel and smell of a book right? Well it turns out you can’t BUT an e-reader is the next best thing! I love being able to literally carry a library of reading material in one little electronic device! Instead of lugging a ton of books on vacation, I just load them on my Kindle. I can also bring it along on errands and waiting to pick my kids of from school – you never know when you can squeeze in some reading time!

I decided to finally make an official bag to carry my e-reader to make it easier to grab and go out the door AND have it somewhat protected. And since I plan to carry it pretty much everywhere I go, I wanted it to be cute and stylish!

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
Supplies:
Fabric
DMC Stitchable Cork (with gold flecks-optional)
Floss
Cross-Stitch Fabric (not shown)
Zipper (not shown)
Fabric Tape (not shown)
Sewing Machine (not shown)

The stitchable cork comes in 10″x10″ sheets, plenty wide enough for an e-reader pouch. The total size of the zipper pouch will be 9″x7″ with 1/2″ seams.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
To create the cork base of the zipper pouch, cut the cork into two 3 1/2″x10″ strips. Cut the outer fabric into two 5 1/2″x10″ pieces.

Place the fabric face up on your work surface. Place the cork face down along one end of the fabric. Stitch in place with the sewing machine. Repeat with the 2nd piece of fabric and cork.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
Any decorations done to the zipper pouch need to be done prior to attaching the zipper.

I wanted to label the pouch so I used my Silhoutte Cameo to cut out the word “read.” To do this, place the cork face down on the cutting mat. Use the Heavy Fabric setting on the cameo and a fabric cutting blade. It cut through the cork like butter!

I attached the letters to the fabric with a little bit of fabric tape to hold them in place while I stitched around them.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!

I also wanted to add a little bit of decorative, but simple cross-stitch to the cork base of the pouch. To do this I used a 14-count cross-stitch fabric cut into a thin strip and pinned it to the cork. I selected for shades of blue floss that were pulled straight from the fabric pattern and created an ombre look across the cork.

To remove the cross-stitch fabric, simply pull the fibers to remove them from under the stitching. Removing all of the short fibers will allow you to easily pull out the long fiber from under the stitches.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
Once done with all of the decorative elements of the pouch, it’s time to add the zipper!

Place the zipper right side up on you work surface. Place the outer fabric face down on the zipper with the top edges lined up. Pin in place.

Place the liner fabric (8″x10″) directly behind the zipper with the top edges lined up and pin in place.

Stitch along the pink line shown above (remember the 1/2″ seams!).

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
Repeat the previous steps to attach the other piece of outer fabric and liner fabric to the other side of the zipper.

When you open the fabric to see the zipper, both pieces of out fabric should be face up.

To stitch the pouch closed, first OPEN the zipper. Align the two outer pieces of fabric face to face and pin in place. Repeat with the liner fabric. Stitch around all of the edges but leave several inches of the base of the liner fabric open (pink line).

Us the opening in the fabric to pull the zipper pouch right side out. Stitch the hole in the liner closed.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!
Gently push the corners out so they are nice and square and not rounded. Do any ironing needed to smooth out the zipper pouch. A light touch with the iron will not hurt the cork.

Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch! Carry your e-reader in style with this DIY stitchable cork and fabric zipper pouch!

Can you see the sparkle of the gold flecks??? I love how they catch the light!

Now I can carry my Kindle around in style!

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  1. creativejewishmom/sara says

    September 5, 2019 at 10:03 AM

    Still a winner of a project! thanks for sharing on craft schooling sunday way back in July, now the party resumes this sunday and hope to see you there!

    Reply
  2. Anita Holland says

    August 8, 2019 at 8:24 PM

    Very creative and so functional. Pinned

    Reply
  3. michelle says

    August 8, 2019 at 1:02 PM

    I have never seen stitchable cork. Fascinating! Your pouch is so cute! I have the Kindle app on my tablet. I love having a library at my fingertips!

    Reply
  4. Jenny says

    April 20, 2018 at 3:53 PM

    What a creative idea for your kindle. Its super cute. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  5. creativejewishmom/sara says

    April 15, 2018 at 6:15 AM

    Really great project, love the combo of the cork and blue abstract pattern, gorgeous! thanks so much for sharing on craft schooling Sunday!

    Reply
  6. Emily says

    August 3, 2017 at 5:33 PM

    I had no idea you could craft with cork this way! So cool! Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday – I’ll be featuring your zippered pouches at our upcoming party. I hope you’ll stop by and link up again.

    Reply
  7. marie says

    August 3, 2017 at 10:57 AM

    This is beautiful! I had no idea they made stitchable cork now. Definitely need to grab some of that and get creating (starting with this awesome pouch!). Thanks for the tutorial!

    Reply
  8. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says

    August 2, 2017 at 6:29 PM

    this would make a lovely gift and hand craft is always appreciated. Thanks for sharing with us at #overthemoon link party.

    Reply
  9. Carol says

    August 2, 2017 at 1:54 PM

    First, stitchable cork who knew! My sewing skills can charitably be described as basic so I would make something small and with straight lines lol but would love to play with this in a mixed media piece!

    Reply
  10. Amy says

    August 1, 2017 at 10:56 AM

    I am expecting my first little one in a few month and would love to create a decorative wall piece for her nursery!!

    Reply
  11. Laura Greer says

    July 31, 2017 at 8:10 PM

    I love my Kindle…and the pouch is cute. I’ve never sewn with cork so it would be a new skill to learn. I would like to try a pencil pouch but not sure how sturdy the cork is.

    Reply
  12. Carmen says

    July 31, 2017 at 7:59 PM

    I would love to make a note board for my daughter with fabric edging

    Reply
  13. Kathleen says

    July 31, 2017 at 6:20 PM

    Those little embroidery hoops are cute; I’d try those.

    Reply
  14. Caroline L. says

    July 30, 2017 at 1:18 PM

    This woud be the perfect gift for my Kindle-obsessed relatives. I just hope I have the energy to make one for myself. If I were to win, I would make several of these for my family and friends. Thank you for the great idea!

    Reply
  15. Catherine Nathanson says

    July 30, 2017 at 12:08 PM

    I love my kindle and I love this pouch! So cute!

    Reply
  16. Jean Marmo says

    July 30, 2017 at 8:35 AM

    What a fun project! I have a new granddaughter so I think something to hold toys!

    Reply
  17. Nicole Sender says

    July 29, 2017 at 11:16 PM

    I would make a pouch similar to the one you made! Thanks for the great tutorial.

    Reply
  18. Anna b. says

    July 29, 2017 at 11:04 PM

    I would sew a notebook cover and pencil pouch with the stitchable cork!

    Reply
  19. Pat Schwab says

    July 29, 2017 at 4:51 PM

    Your project is so cute that it made me think how cute a clutch would be out of the cork. Thanks

    Reply
  20. Carolsue says

    July 29, 2017 at 1:00 AM

    I’m not really sure — I could certainly use a pounch like the one you show. Or maybe coasters or something to set baking dishes on?

    Reply
  21. Mindy says

    July 29, 2017 at 12:10 AM

    What a great project! Thanks for sharing the tutorial!

    Reply
  22. Pam McLaughlin says

    July 28, 2017 at 8:35 PM

    I’m so glad that you did a sewing project with the cork. I was wondering if it could be sewn. And *bonus*…it can be cut with the silhouette. Thanks for this post.

    Reply
  23. beadgirl says

    July 28, 2017 at 6:53 PM

    Nice pouch! It looks like the cork sews well.

    Reply
  24. Laura S says

    July 28, 2017 at 5:03 PM

    I am quite sure I would make a zipper pouch too! I really love yours here, the swirl splatter fabric you use is wonderful!!!

    Reply
  25. Marissa M. says

    July 28, 2017 at 3:35 PM

    This cork looks so amazing! I love that you can cut it out with the Cameo too! Thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  26. Teri c says

    July 28, 2017 at 11:24 AM

    I love your pouch project and want to make one for myself and another as gift. Thank you.

    Reply
  27. Jessica says

    July 28, 2017 at 10:40 AM

    Ooh! I can use my Cameo to cut the cork?! I’ve got to try it. This turned out so cute!

    Reply
  28. Nancy Blue Moon says

    July 28, 2017 at 10:36 AM

    I want to make something something from all three!

    Reply
  29. Jessica Purevich says

    July 28, 2017 at 10:18 AM

    I’ve been wondering in a kindle would work for myself. I’m very particular about having a real book in my hands. Either way, this bag is cute and I might make one for my ipad!

    Reply
  30. Miriam Prantner says

    July 28, 2017 at 10:16 AM

    That cork is really cool! I would love to use it to make some little hoop ornaments.

    Reply
  31. Linzy says

    July 28, 2017 at 7:52 AM

    I really like the pouch. Maybe something small for coins for my kids and myself.

    Reply
  32. Susan Spiers says

    July 28, 2017 at 7:09 AM

    I have never worked with cork before-your little bag is really cute-its a do to try!

    Reply
  33. Helen Gullett says

    July 28, 2017 at 6:03 AM

    I would love to make hoop art with the stitchable cork. Your project is fantastic. Love the idea. Thank you for the tutorial, too.

    Reply
  34. MelodyJ says

    July 28, 2017 at 4:10 AM

    I would make something to go on the wall. I like your idea.

    Reply
  35. Caitlyn Salkind says

    July 27, 2017 at 9:46 PM

    I’m trying to imagine the texture of the cork and totally failing. I think it would end up being wall art, but I’d have to see it to be sure.

    Reply
    • Michele McDonald says

      July 28, 2017 at 3:02 PM

      Hi Caitlyn! It looks and feels just like real cork, it is just super thin with a very fine mesh backing on it.

      Reply
      • Caitlyn Salkind says

        July 28, 2017 at 3:04 PM

        Does it squeak when you sew on it? Or is it so thin that it gives way easily?

        Reply
        • Michele McDonald says

          July 28, 2017 at 4:26 PM

          No squeaking. I have one of those special feet for my sewing machine for “sticky” materials (like vinyl fabric) but was able to easily use my regular sewing foot on the cork. VERY easy to sew with.

          Reply
  36. Donna says

    July 27, 2017 at 7:21 PM

    I would try a travelers notebook!!

    Reply
  37. renee g says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:30 PM

    I would love to make a teapot sampler for my kitchen with the cork.

    Reply
  38. Sandra Preti says

    July 27, 2017 at 4:34 PM

    I would make a tote or a pouch! Such a cute idea!

    Reply
  39. Marlene says

    July 27, 2017 at 4:22 PM

    I would love to embroider ribbon flowers on the cork and make a wall hanging. Thank you for this giveaway.

    Reply
  40. Shellie Purcell says

    July 27, 2017 at 3:30 PM

    Especially love the letters along with the color choices,

    Reply
  41. Kim L says

    July 27, 2017 at 1:45 PM

    I love this idea!! I would try making a pouch with some cork,,,cause can never have enough,,, and a hoop with the mesh!! Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  42. Susan Izbiansky says

    July 27, 2017 at 1:27 PM

    I would make a cork hoop filled with bright colored flowers

    Reply
  43. Kristin M says

    July 27, 2017 at 11:58 AM

    I really like making bags, so I think I would use the cork fabric to sew a cute clutch!

    Reply
  44. Jada says

    July 27, 2017 at 9:30 AM

    I would make my children some doll accessories with it.

    Reply
  45. Tracie C. says

    July 27, 2017 at 9:00 AM

    What a great idea. I just love what you have done with the stitchable cork. Everyone could use a pouch for their e-reader. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  46. Leslie Schucker says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:44 AM

    Beautiful and fun! Would love to try the cork!

    Reply
  47. Michele T says

    July 27, 2017 at 7:08 AM

    I would love to make an iPad case just like this one!!

    Reply
  48. Deborah W. says

    July 27, 2017 at 6:01 AM

    i would love to make a makeup bag from the cork.

    Reply
  49. Barbara Cameron says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:35 PM

    I want to try the cuff.

    Reply
  50. Waco Bayless says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:19 PM

    I would make personalised cup cozies.

    Reply
  51. Marilyn says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:52 PM

    I would make a pouch for my coupons.
    Marilyn

    Reply
  52. Marion says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:51 PM

    I would love to make a pouch for my mini phone book.
    Marion

    Reply
  53. Joan says

    July 26, 2017 at 6:50 PM

    I would pouch for my eyeglasses.
    Joan

    Reply
  54. Carla Hundley says

    July 26, 2017 at 4:15 PM

    Love this bag for your
    reader! I’d like to make
    some type of tote bag.
    Carla from Utah

    Reply
  55. Cindy Weeks says

    July 26, 2017 at 4:10 PM

    I am so interested in this sewable cork! How great to use as pockets on a top or to incorporate in a purse.

    Reply
  56. Mary Holshouser says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:22 PM

    It’s been awhile since I’ve been in the fabric section of the
    stores. Have to change that. I love this cork material.
    And having the gold flecks makes it more fancy.
    I have made a lot of large bags that I use as a purse.
    This cork would make a fantastic bag – the material
    is so unique. The bag has pockets inside for my
    charge card, etc. It’s large enough that I can
    stuff lots of stuff in it when traveling but
    compact enough for every-day use.
    thanks for sharing your bag.

    Reply
  57. Holly Nielson says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:16 PM

    I would love to try making this with the cork. Thanks for the chance to win! 🙂

    Reply
  58. Kathy h says

    July 26, 2017 at 12:08 PM

    I have been wanting to make some new pouches and thought of using the craft Tex or some vinyl for the bottom. But I love the cork and really want to give that a try.

    Reply
  59. Patty says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:41 AM

    This is fabulous! I would love to try it.

    Reply
  60. Mary Jane says

    July 26, 2017 at 11:22 AM

    I am on a pouch kick lately, making pouches and pencil cases for my granddaughters and all my friends, this cork will be a fun new twist for the pouches! Thanks!

    Reply
  61. Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says

    July 26, 2017 at 10:24 AM

    This is sooooo great Michele! I love that you cut the letters with your Silhouette – I’m going to have to try that!!
    Such a cute bag!

    Reply
  62. Kathy E. says

    July 26, 2017 at 9:05 AM

    This stitchable cork looks like some fun stuff! I’d embroider a favorite Bible passage on it and hoop it for a wall-hanging in my sewing room.

    Reply
  63. Mita says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:04 AM

    I think I would do some sort of embroidery project with the cork.

    Reply
  64. Deborah W. says

    July 26, 2017 at 5:59 AM

    I love the reading pouch. I would love to make a makeup bag and a pencil pouch for my daughter.

    Reply
  65. Carol says

    July 26, 2017 at 2:23 AM

    Cute pouch! It is fun to see how the cork is being used. Thanks!

    Reply

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