I wanted to make my own IPad carrier to use when substituting. I started with a book that I found at Goodwill for just $2.00!! Love that bargain. Make sure the book is a little bigger than the IPad so there is some extra room to protect the IPad. This was a perfect size. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim5V6V9fg4gCDmIyCBcobf_rYZU4MRhNMd0gPpKiCaeWNELXIz8r0eKW8kGutczM9QALOkwu6uAnLRN38db88SVTKeAYzuqC0_D-Iq_k3dD84GBRU6s_kzk-G2UVUpHppW_uad5tpy4kg/s320/ipad+original+book.jpg)
Next I used my rotary cutter to take out all the pages. This made quite a mess, so I would advise doing it outside or doing this over newspaper or something like that. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim5V6V9fg4gCDmIyCBcobf_rYZU4MRhNMd0gPpKiCaeWNELXIz8r0eKW8kGutczM9QALOkwu6uAnLRN38db88SVTKeAYzuqC0_D-Iq_k3dD84GBRU6s_kzk-G2UVUpHppW_uad5tpy4kg/s320/ipad+original+book.jpg)
Next I just measured the book and cut the outside fabric for the carrier. I also added an old kitchen towel to the inside as some extra padding. Unfortunately I didn't take a picture of that step. Just trim and hot glue the towel inside and you're good to go.
Next I added the inner fabric to cover the towel. I also sewed in a small pocket so I could carry my Smart Board adapter.
Finally, the handles. I needed a way to keep the IPad securely in the holder and had a handle attached. This was my solution. Not sure if it the best way but I like it. The strap around the sides hold it securely in the holder. I can easily take the IPad out without unbuttoning the side straps too.
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I like the final product. So cute, and the other teachers are so jealous of this!!! LOL!
The final cost of the project was about $2.00, I had the fabric, and the old kitchen towel on hand. Only had to buy the old book.
Thanks for looking, have a great day.
Cathy
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