Journal Sleeve (3 Sizes) in English With SVG Files

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Sew a book sleeve that protects your novels, planners, and textbooks with this beginner-friendly Book Sleeve PDF Pattern. Designed in three universal sizes to fit most book sizes worldwide, this pattern is perfect for paperbacks, hardcovers, journals, and planners.

The design includes an optional zipper pocket to store essentials like bookmarks, pens, notes, or earphones, plus a slip pocket on the opposite side for quick access items. Clear instructions make this a fast and satisfying project for beginners, while the versatile sizing and practical features make it ideal for gifting or handmade sales.

Below are the contents that you will receive as part of this download: 

• 13 pages of easy step-by-step instructions with color photos to help you through each step. 
• A0 File
• SVG File
• Separate pattern pieces for US/Canada - letter size and A4 size to print in the home printer

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: 

Small : 6" W X 8" H (15.2 cm X 20.3 cm)

Medium : 7" W X 10" H (17.7 cm X 25.4 cm)

Large : 8.5" W X 11.5" H (21.5 cm X 29.2 cm

Suggested Materials:

The materials specified here are to make a set of all three sleeves.

Exterior Fabric:

• 1 Yard/Meter Medium-weight cotton canvas, cotton duck, denim, or cotton-linen blend exterior fabric.

Contrast Fabric:

• ½ Yard/Meter Quilting cotton or cotton-linen blend.

Lining Fabric:

• ½ Yard/Meter Quilting cotton or cotton-linen blend.

Interfacing/Stabilizer:

• 1 ½ Yard/Meter Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 or equivalent).
• 1/2 Yard Fusible Fleece

Hardware:

• One #5 8” (20.3 cm) Zipper + Pull (S)
• One #5 9” (22.8 cm) Zipper + Pull (M)
• One #5 10½” (26.6 cm) Zipper + Pull (L)
• 1 Snap Button set per sleeve
• 2” (5 cm) Elastic ¾” (2 cm) wide per sleeve

Notions and Supplies:

• Marking Pen or disappearing/chalk
• Zipper foot
• Wonder clips/Pins
• Coordinating threads
• Double sided tape - 1/8” (3 mm)

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