How to Make a Bankbook Case

by ishiyasu in Craft > Sewing

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How to Make a Bankbook Case

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Since the original vinyl case is cheaply made, I made a bankbook case out of leather.
Leather material gives it a more luxurious feel.

Prepare the Template

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Prepare the template that is larger than the actual size of the bankbook.

Cut Out the Leather

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Cut out the leather with a leather cutter.
Be careful not to cut your fingers!

Needed to Complete Project

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These are all the materials you will need to complete the project.

Apply the Oil

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Apply the oil  to the back side of the leather.  Make sure you apply a heavy coat  of oil.

Polish the Leather Edge

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Apply oil to the leather edge and polish it with the stick of the wood.

Draw the Seam Line for the Inside Pockets

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Draw a line to show the sewing line.
At this time, draw a line about 0.1 inch away the sewing line from the edge.

Glue the Belt

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Glue the belt together using elastomeric adhesive which is used to glue leather.

Sew It

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After the glue has dried, sew it with the wax cord.

Glue the Inside Pockets

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Glue the two inside pockets onto the inside of the leather.

Draw the Seam Line for the Bankbook and Pierce It With a Hammer

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At this time, draw a line on the bankbook to make the sewing line.
Pierce it with a hammer on the sewing  line.

Sew It

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After the glue has dried, sew it with the wax cord.

The Inside Pockets Are Attached

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There is an  inside pocket on the right and left  side.

You Are Finished!

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You have completed your project.
Congratulations!!

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