Free Pretty Quilted iPad Case Sewing Pattern

If you want to protect your tablet while showcasing your personal style, this Pretty Quilted iPad Case is a perfect project. Inspired by classic quilted designs like Vera Bradley, this case combines beauty, durability, and practicality. Even if you’re a beginner, this project is approachable and highly satisfying.

Finished Size & Fit

• Final size: 7½” x 10”
• Designed for: Standard iPad (~7” x 9½”)
• Can also fit: Slightly larger tablets, depending on thickness

The quilted layers provide padding, while the zipper ensures your device stays secure.

Materials & Tools Needed

Before starting, gather everything you need:

Fabrics

• Main (outer) fabric: ½ yard
• Coordinating lining fabric: ½ yard

Batting & Notions

• Cotton quilt batting: 1 yard (e.g., Warm & Natural)
• Zipper: 20” long
• Bias binding strips: You will make these yourself

Tools

• Fabric marking pen/pencil
• Acrylic ruler with 45° angle markings
• Rotary cutter & cutting mat (recommended)
• Sewing machine
• Zipper foot
• Iron
• Quilt basting spray or curved safety pins
• Bowl or cup (~4” diameter) for rounding corners

Step 1: Cutting Your Fabric

Accuracy is important for a professional result.

Main Fabric

• Cut 1 rectangle: 12½” x 19”
• Cut 3 bias strips: 1½” wide x ~25” long
  • Use the 45° angle on your ruler
  • Bias cuts allow flexibility for curves

Coordinating Fabric (Lining)

• Cut 1 rectangle: 12½” x 19”

Batting

• Cut 2 rectangles: 12½” x 19”

Step 2: Create the Quilt Sandwich

Layer your materials in this exact order:

1. Bottom: Lining fabric (wrong side facing up)
2. Middle: Two layers of batting
3. Top: Main fabric (right side facing up)

Make sure:

• Both fabric wrong sides face the batting
• All edges are aligned

Secure layers using:

• Quilt basting spray (quickest), OR
• Curved safety pins (traditional method)

This prevents shifting during quilting.

Step 3: Quilting the Fabric

This step creates the signature diamond pattern.

Marking the Lines

1. Using your ruler, draw lines:
   • 1½” apart
   • At a 45° angle
2. Rotate the fabric and draw lines in the opposite direction
   → This forms a diamond grid

Sewing

• Stitch directly along all marked lines
• Go slowly to keep lines straight
• Start from the center and work outward (helps reduce puckering)

Step 4: Cut & Shape the Pieces

1. Cut the quilted piece in half
2. Trim both pieces to:
   • 9” x 11½”

Round the Corners

• Use a bowl or cup (~4” diameter)
• Round two opposite corners on each piece

This is important:

• Makes zipper installation smoother
• Gives a polished, professional look

Step 5: Install the Zipper

Take your time here—this step is easier than it looks.

Preparation

• Set seam allowance to ¼ inch
• Switch to your zipper foot

Attach First Side

1. Open the zipper
2. Place the zipper face down along the curved edge
3. Clip small notches (about ⅛”) into the zipper tape
   → Helps it bend around curves
4. Pin in place
5. Sew (or baste) at ¼” seam allowance

Attach Second Side

• Repeat the same steps with the other quilted piece

Tip: Keep edges aligned so both sides match perfectly.

Step 6: Add Binding to the Zipper

This step makes the inside neat and professional.

Prepare Binding

• Take 2 bias strips
• Fold each in half lengthwise (wrong sides together)
• Press with iron

Attach Binding

1. Place folded strip over zipper tape (raw edges aligned)
2. Sew using a zipper foot at ¼” seam allowance
3. Clip small notches along curves

Finish Binding

1. Fold binding toward the lining side
2. Press flat
3. Pin from the front
4. Topstitch about 3/16” from the zipper

Step 7: Assemble the Case

1. Fold the case so:
   • Outer fabrics face each other
   • Lining is on the outside
2. Pin around the remaining edges
3. Sew all edges:
   • Use ¼” seam allowance
   • Pivot carefully at corners

Step 8: Finish the Interior Seams

Prepare Final Binding

• Take the remaining bias strip
• Fold one long edge inward
• Press

Attach Binding

1. Pin the raw edge of the binding to the inside seams
2. Sew along the seam line
3. Wrap binding over raw edges
4. Stitch down close to the folded edge

This fully encloses raw seams for a clean interior.

Step 9: Final Touches

• Trim any excess threads
• Turn the case right side out
• Gently push out corners
• Press lightly if needed

You’re Done!

You now have a beautiful, quilted iPad case that is:

• Soft yet protective
• Stylish and customizable
• Completely handmade

Extra Ideas

• Add a wrist strap
• Use a contrasting thread for quilting
• Try different fabrics (floral, modern, etc.)
• Make matching accessories

Final Tip

Once you make one, you’ll want to make more—they’re perfect gifts!

Happy sewing! ✂️