LEATHER JOURNAL COVER – DIY TUTORIAL

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They were real simple to make, with minimal sewing. Once I figured out the process, it took me only 15 minutes to make 1.

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I made them so you could easily switch out notebooks as they fill up, and there is a handy spot for a pencil or pen.

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SUPPLIES: - Leather of choice - Heavy Duty Thread - Sewing Machine Needle meant for leather or size 16-18 - Even Feed/Walking foot for the sewing machine - Hair Clips or paper clips

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INSTRUCTIONS: First trim a clean, flat edge on the longest side of your leather.

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Line the top of your notebook up to the top of that edge and lower it 1/4 of an inch.

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Mark 1/4 inch away from the bottom of the notebook, and trim your leather strip in a nice, clean and straight line.

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SWIPE UP TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO MAKE A LEATHER JOURNAL COVER

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