How to make a Kindle case out of a vintage hardcover

If you have access to an old hardcover of the right size, you can remove the pages and turn it into a simple ereader case in 60-90 minutes, using some cardboard, fabric, elastic bands, thread and glue.

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[2legit64]

Being a librarian, I can tell you that I'm not crying. I actually think that this is an ingenius way to recycle old books. We get donations all of the time that we cannot use and this would be a great way of repurposing them.  Great job!

[stephljones]

I don't think you've made any librarians cry! You are definitely not the first person to re-purpose a book! (It's not like you burned To Kill a Mockingbird in protest!!!)

I love your idea and think you used creativity to a great end. It is a very cool kindle cover!

[clandestini]

Instead of using market bags I used felt. I really liked the result.

[clandestini]

Hi. I made a cover for my kindle and inspired by your video using the technique taught. It was very cool and super resitente. Thank you for the tip.

[Rocstoneau]

I love this. Your choice of book cover was a good one.

[Marcelo Anselmo]

Dude, don't do that! This make me cry. Just when I see someone mistreating a book.

[Danny Nguyen]

I'm making something similar to this. Instead of the cardboard and shopping bag, I just glued my existing case on the inside. The book cases are very expensive and this is a great way to make one!

[nsepodn]

How is this holding up? Thinking about doing this with my nook hd.

[clandestini]

Thank you for this. Trying to make a kindle case for me and so far your idea was the best one. Easy, beautiful and practical.

[Edson Goes]

Thank you for this! I really apreciate it!

[feelingchazy]

it would also be cool to take your fave duct tape and cover the old book with it. like if u agree!