Leather Cases on Etsy: A Mini-Mailing Project - Page 4

astra · 04-30-2011, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by hmcurriers

I can velcro instead of straps on request. In fact, for something like the sony readers that have very little to grasp w/ straps, that might be a preferable solution.

(lots of good ideas here, thanks all!)

To be honest, I like the way you approach and make covers.
Aluminium insert into the front flip, velcro straps to hold the reader in place, beautiful hand work. If I ever run out of covers for my ebook reader I might opt to purchase yours.

I wish you all the luck in business

frquixote · 04-30-2011, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Latinandgreek

You are not alone, I have an aversion to clip on lights, too. I do really enjoy my Sony lighted cover, but I would love a genuine leather version.

Perhaps a version that would slip over the Sony lighted cover? I'd buy one in a heartbeat. Had hoped an Oberon cover could be used for such a purpose, but the Sony lighted cover is a very odd shape and didn't appear to fit the standard journal sizes.

mediax · 05-02-2011, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by frquixote

Perhaps a version that would slip over the Sony lighted cover?

I must confess it's even crossed my mind to ask for a quote from a bookbinder who offers that sort of cover - but I'm pretty sure that the price would mean that's not a realistic option for (literally) a one-off order.

Leyor · 05-02-2011, 01:44 PM

Talked with hmcurrie, and the level of customization he can do is just amazing.
Since it's impossible to get a good cover for a PRS-950 (The Kindle 2 covers tend to block the power button, and there was none I liked anyways) , I was overjoyed and made an order right away.

If anyone are interested, this is the customization I am getting done:

Motif customized to my liking. I'm a big fan of the neverending story, and well I consider my ebook reader a neverending source of stories so

Black/Dark dyed leather.

Two firm straps at bottom, two elastic straps at top (I prefer this as it makes easing the e-reader in and out really simple and holds the ereader very firmly).

A bookplate at the back of the reader.

Aluminium insert to protect the screen.

Very likely a magnetic clasp (Still debating this as it seems the most functional but also not as pretty as the one he already uses).

I'll post a picture when its finished for those interested?

(And yes I am a very difficult customer, but I love my e-reader

).

aru · 05-02-2011, 02:22 PM

I prefer reading without a cover, to keep the reader as light as possible. I had a slip cover for my Kindle DX which I liked a lot. It was made in San Francisco by WaterField Designs (www.sfbags.com). It was very light, fit snug like a glove and looked like new after a years use. I contacted them and they don't have one that fits the PRS-650, they are also not willing to make a prototype (actually they don't have any covers for Sony).
Does anybody know about a slip cover that fits the 650? I'd like to replace the bubble envelope I am using right now.

hmcurriers · 05-02-2011, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frquixote

Perhaps a version that would slip over the Sony lighted cover? I'd buy one in a heartbeat. Had hoped an Oberon cover could be used for such a purpose, but the Sony lighted cover is a very odd shape and didn't appear to fit the standard journal sizes.

I'd be happy to work with you on this. I'll need pictures/measurements of your case, and of the device in the case, and I'll see what I can do!

hmcurriers · 05-02-2011, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aru

I prefer reading without a cover, to keep the reader as light as possible. I had a slip cover for my Kindle DX which I liked a lot. It was made in San Francisco by WaterField Designs (www.sfbags.com). It was very light, fit snug like a glove and looked like new after a years use. I contacted them and they don't have one that fits the PRS-650, they are also not willing to make a prototype (actually they don't have any covers for Sony).
Does anybody know about a slip cover that fits the 650? I'd like to replace the bubble envelope I am using right now.

I can work out a slipcase. Would you want it lined or unlined?

sabredog · 05-02-2011, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leyor

Talked with hmcurrie, and the level of customization he can do is just amazing.
Since it's impossible to get a good cover for a PRS-950 (The Kindle 2 covers tend to block the power button, and there was none I liked anyways) , I was overjoyed and made an order right away.

If anyone are interested, this is the customization I am getting done:

Motif customized to my liking. I'm a big fan of the neverending story, and well I consider my ebook reader a neverending source of stories so

Black/Dark dyed leather.

Two firm straps at bottom, two elastic straps at top (I prefer this as it makes easing the e-reader in and out really simple and holds the ereader very firmly).

A bookplate at the back of the reader.

Aluminium insert to protect the screen.

Very likely a magnetic clasp (Still debating this as it seems the most functional but also not as pretty as the one he already uses).

I'll post a picture when its finished for those interested?

(And yes I am a very difficult customer, but I love my e-reader

).

I would be interested in seeing the finished product.

I have a 650, so it would be interesting if similar could be done for that model.

Sweetpea · 05-03-2011, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by astra

Anyway, what I said I had to say. It is very important for new owners. They come here and wonder what cover to buy. Usually they see topics about over hyped different covers and miss the original Sony completely. I firmly believe that a new owner should try Sony cover first, because I think its design is the best from the practical point of view.

And a lot cheaper too... I mean, those covers by Josh are awesome, but also expensive. And you'd need to import them if you're not living in the US, as well. Remember, this is an international forum!

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Originally Posted by hmcurriers

Hi!

This is Josh from HMC. It's been interesting reading over this thread! I'm currently in the process of engineering a case for the sony e-readers, and (if you don't mind) I'd like to ask a few questions:

What do you look for in a case? Do you mind corner straps? Or is that a deal-killer? Why? What colors do you like?

As I said, above, they look awesome. But I really don't like those corner straps. Knowing myself, I'll always be afraid the reader will slip its cover.

But, I'd love a slipcase, which will fit over my normal cover, for when I want to stuff it in a bag (for example when traveling without time for reading).

Quote:

Originally Posted by astra

I love cleanness of the lines of the front and back cover held in place by magnets without any dongles

I believe it is a very safe cover.

I must say, I was pleasantly surprised when I got my cover. Especially the lack of a clasp is awesome. It looks clean and isn't larger than it needs to be while still having a good screen protection.

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Originally Posted by cathermac

But i still think that they should put something to close it up. Mine opens when i put my reader on my handbag...

Hmm, I never have that problem... But then, I always make sure my readers are sitting flat against the back of my bag, to minimize the possibility of twisting forces.

Leyor · 05-03-2011, 05:37 AM

For the PRS-950 all you can buy from Sony is a zippered bag.

It's not much of an option for those of us that like to keep the cover on while reading

What would you recommend instead of corner straps though? The solution with two firm and two elastic straps is the one that holds the e-reader most firmly of what I've seen, but would be cool if we could find a better way

sabredog · 05-03-2011, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leyor

For the PRS-950 all you can buy from Sony is a zippered bag.

It's not much of an option for those of us that like to keep the cover on while reading

What would you recommend instead of corner straps though? The solution with two firm and two elastic straps is the one that holds the e-reader most firmly of what I've seen, but would be cool if we could find a better way

My Kobo is attached to its cover using the same method and it works really well. I would be happy for a system like that for my 650.

Poppaea · 05-03-2011, 09:23 AM

This a very clever solution one member found for his Oberon.

aru · 05-03-2011, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hmcurriers

I can work out a slipcase. Would you want it lined or unlined?

I'd prefer it with some soft lining, so that the reader does not slide against the leather, but nothing that adds a lot of bulk. The idea is to keep it as slim and light as possible.

Let me know what you can do and what the price would be.

Thanks in advance!

Leyor · 05-03-2011, 06:15 PM

Thats a really clever solution, does that work on all sony readers?

Poppaea · 05-03-2011, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leyor

Thats a really clever solution, does that work on all sony readers?

Jepp.

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05-02-2011, 01:44 PM	#49
Leyor Ninja Librarian Posts: 179 Karma: 347750 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Denmark Device: Sony PRS-950, Cybook 3. gen, Sony T1, Kindle Paperwhite	Talked with hmcurrie, and the level of customization he can do is just amazing. Since it's impossible to get a good cover for a PRS-950 (The Kindle 2 covers tend to block the power button, and there was none I liked anyways) , I was overjoyed and made an order right away. If anyone are interested, this is the customization I am getting done: Motif customized to my liking. I'm a big fan of the neverending story, and well I consider my ebook reader a neverending source of stories so Black/Dark dyed leather. Two firm straps at bottom, two elastic straps at top (I prefer this as it makes easing the e-reader in and out really simple and holds the ereader very firmly). A bookplate at the back of the reader. Aluminium insert to protect the screen. Very likely a magnetic clasp (Still debating this as it seems the most functional but also not as pretty as the one he already uses). I'll post a picture when its finished for those interested? (And yes I am a very difficult customer, but I love my e-reader ).

05-02-2011, 02:22 PM	#50
aru Likes to read on e-ink Posts: 68 Karma: 50 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: New Jersey Device: Kindle DX	I prefer reading without a cover, to keep the reader as light as possible. I had a slip cover for my Kindle DX which I liked a lot. It was made in San Francisco by WaterField Designs (www.sfbags.com). It was very light, fit snug like a glove and looked like new after a years use. I contacted them and they don't have one that fits the PRS-650, they are also not willing to make a prototype (actually they don't have any covers for Sony). Does anybody know about a slip cover that fits the 650? I'd like to replace the bubble envelope I am using right now.

05-03-2011, 05:37 AM	#55
Leyor Ninja Librarian Posts: 179 Karma: 347750 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Denmark Device: Sony PRS-950, Cybook 3. gen, Sony T1, Kindle Paperwhite	For the PRS-950 all you can buy from Sony is a zippered bag. It's not much of an option for those of us that like to keep the cover on while reading What would you recommend instead of corner straps though? The solution with two firm and two elastic straps is the one that holds the e-reader most firmly of what I've seen, but would be cool if we could find a better way

05-03-2011, 09:23 AM	#57
Poppaea Lucifer's Bat Posts: 2,577 Karma: 20638583 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Earth/Berlin Device: Kobo Libra Colour	This a very clever solution one member found for his Oberon.

05-03-2011, 06:15 PM	#59
Leyor Ninja Librarian Posts: 179 Karma: 347750 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Denmark Device: Sony PRS-950, Cybook 3. gen, Sony T1, Kindle Paperwhite	Thats a really clever solution, does that work on all sony readers?