Someone asked about these, and I have to say that I really just copied one that someone had made for me a long time ago, but here are my instructions on making a case that would fit a quad or a bible and a notebook.
Cut out of a sturdy fabric:
(1) 9 1/2" x 22 1/2" rectangle
(1) 5" x 4 1/4" rectangle
(2) 11" x 3 1/4" strips
Using the 5" x 4 1/4" rectangle, make the pocket. I finished one long edge for the top of the pocket by making a scarce 1/4" hem. Then I turned the other edges to the wrong side by 1/4" and then stitched it down approximately in the middle of the side of the big rectangle. I really did just eyeball it so I can't give you definite placement. Then sew the two short sides of the big rectangle together in a french seam, meaning sew wrong sides together in a 1/4" seam and then sew right sides together in a 1/2" seam. Then sew the bottom in a french seam as well. Fold the side so the two seams meet and stitch across the point 1 1/2" from the point. Do the same for the other side. Make a 1/4 inch hem along the top. For the handles stitch the long edges together in a 3/8" seam and then turn right side out. Topstitch the edges 1/8 inch in or use a decorative stitch or a ribbon. Repeat for the second strap. Sew the straps down approximately 3" from the sides. I stitched them down making a square and then going diagonally across the square just to insure stability. You can add embroidery on the side with out the pocket, rickrack, ribbons, or anything else you feel like putting on there.
I hope this makes sense, and if there are any questions, feel free to ask them and I will try to explain further.
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Ohh - thank you, thank you. Merry Christmas!
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