Knit Hardcover Storybook Cover (Stretch Fit)
This soft and reusable book cover gives children's storybooks a warm, handmade touch. Designed to stretch around hardcovers while protecting them from wear and tear, it's a great way to personalize bedtime reading or gift a book in a special way.
Materials
– Worsted weight cotton or wool blend yarn (approx. 80–100g)
– 4 mm knitting needles
– Tapestry needle
– Scissors
– A standard hardcover storybook (reference dimensions: ~20×25 cm)
Instructions
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Measure Your Book:
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Open book flat and measure full width (front + spine + back) and height
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Cast On:
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CO stitches to match the book’s height (e.g., 60 sts for ~25 cm height)
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Use long-tail cast-on or any stretchy method
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Knit Body Flat:
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Work in stockinette stitch:
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Row 1: Knit
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Row 2: Purl
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Knit until piece = total book width + ~10 cm (for flaps)
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Example: for a 40 cm wide book, knit 50 cm total
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Create Inner Flaps:
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Fold 5 cm of fabric on each end inward (wrong sides together)
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Seam top and bottom of each flap to form sleeves
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Slide book covers into flaps
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How To
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Use Cotton or Wool Blend:
Cotton adds structure, wool adds softness — both stretch slightly for a good fit. -
Prevent Rolling:
Add a garter stitch border (4 rows top and bottom, 4 sts each side) to reduce edge curling. -
Customize:
Embroider initials, add stripes, or knit in textured patterns (seed stitch, moss, etc.) -
Fits Most Books:
Just measure the target book and adjust width accordingly. -
Great Gift Wrap Alternative:
Place a book inside as a reusable, eco-friendly gift wrap that lasts.
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