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JSWolf · 03-18-2011, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FF2

Kinetikat:

Very well-done.

My only concern with cases with "buttons" (bone fragment or tooth) is that they can present a pressure point against the screen if placed in another carrying case like an attache case or backpack.

That is a good concern. I never thought about that.

My concern is for sleeves/cases that are too small to fit the reader with a cover. Sure you get protection while the reader is in the sleeve/case, but you get no protection when the reader is naked. I feel a sleeve/case is only really useful when it fits the reader and a cover.

We have to protect our readers and the button on the front that can press down and the naked reader are two no-nos.

froggie731 · 03-20-2011, 02:36 PM

Everyone is doing an awesome job on their custom covers, keep the pics coming!

mysteryoustrvlr · 03-21-2011, 01:50 AM

It's beautiful! You and your Mum should be proud! WOW!

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Originally Posted by Yolina

mysteryoustrvlr: you could always try and make your own pattern if you can't find one

probably way beyond my abilities to be honest! While I was deciding which Oberon cover to get (and then waited for it to arrive via a friend in NY) I made a quick DIY sleeve with some bubble wrap, strong cardboard and tape, then (badly) sewed a fabric envelope and asked my mum to embroider it in colours matching the skin on my Kindle

mysteryoustrvlr · 03-21-2011, 01:53 AM

This is gorgeous too! It's amazing how talented the Kindlers are!

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Originally Posted by hmcurriers

Hi, I recently bought a kindle, and as a result of browsing this site (and a few others) decided to make my own leather cases.

They're currently available at http://www.etsy.com/listing/67926425...-kindle-3-case

mysteryoustrvlr · 03-21-2011, 02:20 AM

PG4003,

I found a pattern on Etsy:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62925761...nook-color-new

I've attached some pics of the one I made and even included the skin that I ordered from DecalGirl.

I'll have to try another one and put a zipper on it like you suggested as I still can't find a pattern for one with a zipper.

Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by PG4003

Ivy, I make several different Kindle cases/covers and I've yet to find a pattern for one that zips all the way around. On About.com there are instructions to make a Bible cover that zips around, maybe could be adapted for a Kindle, but it's not really what I'm looking for. M-edge sells some cases that zip like that and can be folded back for reading, have you looked at them?

PG4003 · 03-21-2011, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mysteryoustrvlr

PG4003,

I found a pattern on Etsy:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62925761...nook-color-new

I've attached some pics of the one I made and even included the skin that I ordered from DecalGirl.

I'll have to try another one and put a zipper on it like you suggested as I still can't find a pattern for one with a zipper.

Thank you!

I have this pattern and I've made a couple of them, but I'm just not crazy about a fabric cover like this, I prefer something with more "substance." Which is too bad, because if I liked the fabric ones, I would have lots of them!

wyndslash · 03-21-2011, 07:59 AM

i really like the kate spade covers, but they're made of canvas so i balked. it would get dirty here quite easily.

TaureanBull · 03-21-2011, 12:43 PM

Got kindled! Now I am looking for a cover and/or skin for my k3. Is there a problem with the amazon non-light cover? Is it better to avoid?

I want a cover that locks and not the straps which hold.

FF2 · 03-21-2011, 12:59 PM

The Amazon NON-lighted cover is no longer available and if folks have problems, are still being replaced or refunds offered.

ApK · 03-21-2011, 01:51 PM

Bull,
It seems that almost no one uses the hinge connection for the K3 except Amazon. I wish I knew why.
While I am happy with my LIGHTED Amazon cover, I also think that a few of the edge attachment systems referenced earlier in this thread would be good alternative to the hinge system or the (IMHO) awful straps.
Like this:
http://www.medgestore.com/products/k...tudemolded.psp

or this:
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...&postcount=186

TaureanBull · 03-21-2011, 03:45 PM

thanks a lot. Those are indeed new ones, or shall I say I came across the first time. Will have to review the strategy...

Does it make sense to use a skin and cover both....

FF2 · 03-21-2011, 05:54 PM

I think the skin is more of a cosmetic issue - do you want to add more pizazz to the kindle. If you wind up with a case that is kind of attached permanently, then you will only see the front of the skin and the rear of the kindle will be protected.

I purchased an InvisibleDefenders skin which actually covers over the keys - two purposes - to potentially keep the keylabels from rubbing off and to provide better color/lighting/contrast for the keylabels at night. But I have been reluctant to apply it!!!!!

TaureanBull · 03-22-2011, 12:30 AM

Yeah I agree with you point about. The beauty of the skins (esp the decals) lies on the back.

But the skin does protect the device from scratches, wear & tears.

Got to make up my mind for one of the option for the time being.

Pushka · 03-22-2011, 02:34 AM

I have the Kate Spade cover in red leather and I bought it when it was on sale. It is really gorgeous. Plain, but very nice.

wyndslash · 03-22-2011, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pushka

I have the Kate Spade cover in red leather and I bought it when it was on sale. It is really gorgeous. Plain, but very nice.

mmm saw it too on amazon. it looks positively yummy. but i wanted an convenient light so i went with the lighted cover :P

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03-20-2011, 02:36 PM	#347
froggie731 Enthusiast Posts: 29 Karma: 10 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Florida Device: Kindle Paperwhite	Everyone is doing an awesome job on their custom covers, keep the pics coming!

03-21-2011, 07:59 AM	#352
wyndslash Wizard Posts: 2,951 Karma: 3000001 Join Date: Feb 2011 Device: Kindle 3 wifi, Kindle Fire	i really like the kate spade covers, but they're made of canvas so i balked. it would get dirty here quite easily.

03-21-2011, 12:43 PM	#353
TaureanBull Guru Posts: 64 Karma: 9478 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Imphal, New Delhi Device: Kindle 3-3G	Got kindled! Now I am looking for a cover and/or skin for my k3. Is there a problem with the amazon non-light cover? Is it better to avoid? I want a cover that locks and not the straps which hold.

03-21-2011, 12:59 PM	#354
FF2 Wizard Posts: 1,105 Karma: 1025784 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: WiFi Kindle3	The Amazon NON-lighted cover is no longer available and if folks have problems, are still being replaced or refunds offered.

03-21-2011, 01:51 PM	#355
ApK Award-Winning Participant Posts: 7,389 Karma: 68329346 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ, USA Device: Kindle	Bull, It seems that almost no one uses the hinge connection for the K3 except Amazon. I wish I knew why. While I am happy with my LIGHTED Amazon cover, I also think that a few of the edge attachment systems referenced earlier in this thread would be good alternative to the hinge system or the (IMHO) awful straps. Like this: http://www.medgestore.com/products/k...tudemolded.psp or this: https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...&postcount=186

03-21-2011, 03:45 PM	#356
TaureanBull Guru Posts: 64 Karma: 9478 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Imphal, New Delhi Device: Kindle 3-3G	thanks a lot. Those are indeed new ones, or shall I say I came across the first time. Will have to review the strategy... Does it make sense to use a skin and cover both....

03-21-2011, 05:54 PM	#357
FF2 Wizard Posts: 1,105 Karma: 1025784 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: WiFi Kindle3	I think the skin is more of a cosmetic issue - do you want to add more pizazz to the kindle. If you wind up with a case that is kind of attached permanently, then you will only see the front of the skin and the rear of the kindle will be protected. I purchased an InvisibleDefenders skin which actually covers over the keys - two purposes - to potentially keep the keylabels from rubbing off and to provide better color/lighting/contrast for the keylabels at night. But I have been reluctant to apply it!!!!!

03-22-2011, 12:30 AM	#358
TaureanBull Guru Posts: 64 Karma: 9478 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Imphal, New Delhi Device: Kindle 3-3G	Yeah I agree with you point about. The beauty of the skins (esp the decals) lies on the back. But the skin does protect the device from scratches, wear & tears. Got to make up my mind for one of the option for the time being.

03-22-2011, 02:34 AM	#359
Pushka Wizard Posts: 1,119 Karma: 1019140 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Australia Device: kindle, Ipad, Iphone, Nexus and PPW	I have the Kate Spade cover in red leather and I bought it when it was on sale. It is really gorgeous. Plain, but very nice.

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