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Felt and Fleece MP3 Player Case no. 1

Download the pattern (PDF format)
This pattern was updated 3/15/05. If you downloaded it before this date, please download the new version.

This pattern was made for the 4th generation iPod from Apple, but a few simple modifications should allow it to fit other models. This case was made for a player which is 5/8" wide. If your player is thinner or thicker, adjust the fabric on the sides or adjust the side seam allowance when you sew it up in step 13.


I also have similar mp3 player case pattern, for fabrics that will ravel, such as corduroy and other wovens.

For this project, you need less than 1/4 yard (a scrap) of felt and fleece, as well as a small piece of clear vinyl and mosquito mesh or other fine netting. Also, you need a button. You can substitue any other non-raveling fabric for either the felt or fleece, or both.

IMPORTANT: The synthetic "craft" felt may scratch the finish of your player. Don't use craft felt as a liner. I've used 100% wool felt as a liner and never had any problems with scratching.

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Getting Started

Step 1: Cut out one of piece #1 of felt and fleece, including the windows. (NEW NOTE: I would also recommend cutting a piece of piece #1 and #2 out of interfacing. Just stick between the two layers.)

Step 2: Sew the pieces together on three sides, leaving the top (with the little straps) open. I used a decorative stitch, but a straight or zigzag stitch would work just as well.

Step 3: Cut a piece of vinyl bigger than the window of the case (the edges are hard to see in the picture - the arrows point to the vinyl edge). Be sure the vinyl piece is large enough so that you have enough for the seam allowance. It's okay if extra vinyl sticks out the top or into the dial window; you can trim it out later.

Step 4: Slip the vinyl between the two layers of fabric and pin in place.

Step 5: Using a straight stitch around the edges of the window, sew the vinyl in place. Then trim any extra vinyl that may be sticking out the top or into the dial window.

Step 6: Cut a piece of mesh larger than the dial window.

Step 7: Pin in place.

Step 8: Sew in place using a straight stitch. I also used a small zigzag stitch to reinforce the mesh here, and to match the decorative stitching.

Step 9: Stitch the top closed by using a straight stitch along the edges. You don't have to close the very tops of the straps because they will be sewn into the back piece.

Step 10: Sew the felt and fleece of the back piece together on three sides, leaving the top open. I used a decorative stitch on the bottom and a straight stitch on the sides (since they are seam allowance).

Step 11: Tuck the straps into the top of the back piece as shown. The

Step 12: Stitch the top closed, stitching across the top straps using either two lines of straight stitching or a decorative stitch.

Optional Step - Loop for carabiner to let you attach your player case to your belt loop or other stuff. See the player case no. 2 instructions steps 6-8. If you wish to attach a loop, do so at this point.

Step 13: Fold the back over the front, right sides together. Stitch up the sides using a 1/4" seam allowance. (For the 20gig iPod, try a 3/8" seam allowance.)

The back view at step 13.

Step 14: Add a button hole to the end of the strap. Making a thread handle (just use a hand needle to pass the thread through once) will help you handle the strap when you sew the buttonhole.

Hooray for buttonholes!

Step 15: Put your player into the case and wrap the strap around to mark where your button needs to go. Sew your button on the back and you're done! Did you make clothes for your mp3 player? Send me a photo and I'll post it here, along with any comments.