How Do You Make A Durable Plastic Book Cover?
Libraries protect their books with plastic slip covers, but how can you get a few covers when they are available only in bulk? Well, look no further for your quick and easy substitute! • Obtain a heavy duty plastic sheet protector or an 8-10 mil sheet of clear plastic. • Trim two edges of the sheet protector so that it opens up into a single layer. • Lay your book on the plastic and trace its covers and spine. It should make a large rectangle. • Measure the top, bottom, and both side edges of the book. • Add two inches to the top and bottom measurement, and three to each side. • Crease the top and bottom edges. Crease the top and bottom one inch wide flaps toward the center of the book. Press firmly to create a sharp crease. • Fold the “flaps” Fold and crease the 3 inch sections on each side of the book cover in toward the spine. Press firmly to create a sharp crease. • Tuck book cover into “pockets” Slide your book cover(s) into the pockets formed by the creases. • Check for snug fit
