Handmade ideas for a maternity and child health handbook case: an easy-to-make multi-purpose case
A convenient maternity and child health handbook case that can store the handbook you receive when you become pregnant, as well as the clinic card needed for appointments.
Since it’s something related to your child, many people want to use something they feel attached to.
In this article, we introduce DIY ideas for making your own maternity and child health handbook case.
From compact cases that fit the handbook perfectly, to large-capacity ones and designs with special attention to style, we share a variety of ideas.
There are also easy ideas suitable for beginners, so once you receive your handbook, be sure to give making one a try!
Handmade ideas for maternity and child health record book cases: easy-to-make multi-case (1–10)
Accordion pouch
Here’s an idea for a pouch with accordion-style compartments.
The great thing about an accordion pouch is that it opens wide so you can see and access the contents easily.
First, make the card pockets and sew them onto the lining of the main body.
Then sew them together with the outer fabric, and use another fabric to create the accordion sections and dividers.
Attach fusible interfacing to the divider fabric.
Once those pieces are finished, sew them together and attach them to the main body.
Finally, add a snap button and it’s done! Rounding the corners of the flap or using different fabrics makes it extra cute.
Recommended for beginners! A maternity and child health handbook you can make by simply folding and sewing.
Here’s a great, super-easy idea for a maternity and child health handbook case that’s perfect for sewing beginners.
Not only does it provide a place to store the handbook, but you can also whip up card pockets in no time.
For this project, prepare an outer fabric measuring 25 cm × 47 cm and a lining fabric measuring 25 cm × 95 cm.
First, fold the lining fabric according to the pattern.
The key is to shift the fabric slightly as you fold.
The gaps created by the overlapping layers become storage spaces, and by sewing lines with a machine to divide them, you’ll create card pockets.
Once you’ve folded the lining and made the card pockets, place it right sides together with the outer fabric, round the corners, sew all the way around—and you’re done!
Nubi multi pouch
Do you know about nubilu quilt fabric? If you’re into Korean dramas, you probably do.
Nubilu quilt is a traditional Korean fabric with a unique feel, made by sandwiching batting between layers of cloth.
Its soft, fluffy texture is perfect for baby-themed items, so making a maternity health record case with nubilu quilt is a great idea.
If possible, you might want a size that can also store a seal stamp and writing utensils.
If you want a sturdier case, try adding fusible interfacing or thick paper.
There are video sites that share patterns as well, so be sure to check them out for reference.
An expanding pouch that can also store pens
If you want to make a soft pouch about 20 cm wide and 16 cm tall, we recommend the “Expandable Pouch That Can Also Hold Pens.” There’s often a lot to fill out at the hospital, right? With your own pen, you don’t need to disinfect it, so it’s safe and reassuring.
The main materials are just four pieces of fabric and a button hook.
This pouch has a 0 cm gusset and is made by folding the fabric, so it’s beginner-friendly.
The only slightly involved parts are making the pen holder and card pocket.
There are also plenty of ways to customize it, like adding a stylish touch with a tag or giving the button some originality.
[100-yen shop] Faux leather maternity and child health handbook case
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Maybe the best thing about leather goods is how they develop character the more you use them.
It might look a bit challenging, but let’s try making an original maternity and child health handbook case using faux leather! You can find faux leather scraps at Can Do or Silk.
Imagine a slightly larger folding wallet, and design it so it can store items like clinic cards, the maternity handbook, and a medication notebook.
You’ll need a sewing machine for the main parts, but leather adhesive is fine for the finer details.
Sewing the zipper is the trickiest part, so it might be a good idea to first make a simple practice piece.
Maternity and Child Health Handbook Case [Perfect Fit for Passbooks Too]
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Here’s an idea for a multi-case that lets you keep your child’s items—such as the maternal and child health handbook, bankbook, personal seal, and clinic cards—organized in one place.
Cards can be inserted vertically, which also helps prevent them from falling out when you take them out.
To make it, first sew the flap fabric to the outer fabric of the main body.
Make a card holder from a separate piece of fabric and sew it onto the lining of the main body, then attach the outer fabric.
Create the divider from another piece of fabric and sew it to the main body, then add snap buttons to the flap to finish.
Despite its compact size, it has excellent storage capacity, making it a very practical case!
A maternity and child health handbook holder made from a clear file
Let’s make a maternity and child health handbook holder using a clear file, like a simple craft project.
First, trim off the excess parts of the clear file so it matches A4 size.
Draw a line down the center, then draw two lines on each side at 5 mm intervals.
Next, add one more line on each side, leaving a 1 cm gap from the previous ones.
Cut out the section between the outermost line and the line next to it, and crease along the remaining lines.
Insert an A4 sheet with a pattern you like inside, then tape around the edges so the paper doesn’t slip out.
Next, punch holes in the rectangular areas where you made the creases, thread a cord through, and attach a pouch with a zipper, then tie it.
Punch a hole in the center as well and thread an elastic band to fasten the holder.
Decorate it cutely with lace or other embellishments, and you’re done!