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!
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Handmade ideas for maternity and child health record book cases: easy-to-make multi-case (1–10)
Multi pouch with zipper pocket
Why not try making a multi-purpose pouch with a zipper pocket? It’s very handy because you can store items you don’t want to lose.
This one also has a 3 cm gusset, which is great for holding slightly bulkier items.
Materials include outer fabric and lining for the body, a zipper, zipper pocket lining, and fabric for card pockets.
Sew these together to make the pouch, attach a plastic snap to fasten the flap to the body, and you’re done.
You’ll need a ruler at some point in the process, so have one ready.
Laminated clasped notebook case
What kind of wallet do you use? Whether it has a zipper, a snap button, or a leather strap, you usually need both hands to open and close it.
A clasp-frame (gamaguchi) wallet is handy when you’re carrying a lot, so let’s try making a gamaguchi-style maternity and child health handbook case based on that idea.
If you make it a bit larger, you can store not only the handbook but also your medication notebook, clinic cards, masks, and more.
Sewing on the metal clasp can be challenging, but I’m sure it will be something you’ll find useful for a long time.
The support videos for the “Loro Craft Kit” are very informative, so if you’re interested, be sure to check them out.
Hand-sewn! Maternal and Child Health Handbook Case
If you’re thinking, “I want to make a one-of-a-kind, love-filled maternity and child health handbook cover, but I can’t use a sewing machine…,” this is for you.
You can create a lovely cover with hand stitching alone.
Using felt makes cutting and sewing much easier.
Why not make a book-cover-style case for your handbook that your soon-to-be-born baby will love? Decide the size based on your actual handbook and proceed as you would when making a book cover.
There’s also a how-to video that shows every detail, from how to insert the needle to how to draw guide lines, so if you’re not confident in your crafting skills, be sure to check it out!
Handmade ideas for maternity and child health record book cases: easy-to-make multi-purpose cases (11–20)
Zipper pouch with card pocket, usable as a maternity and child health handbook case
This is a zippered case that not only holds a maternity/child health handbook but also keeps related cards together.
The staggered layers of the card pockets may seem challenging, but carefully overlapping the fabric in this area contributes to the finished item’s softness and durability.
Once the card pocket piece is complete, sew it to the outer fabric, attach the zipper, and close it to finish.
There are many steps where fabrics are sewn together, so it’s important to be mindful of avoiding gaps in the stitching.
Using different color families for the exterior and the interior is recommended, as it makes the contents easier to see.
A compact yet high-capacity multi-case
If you’re looking to keep documents, cards, and planners all in one place, don’t miss this “compact yet high-capacity multi-case” that gently holds a maternity and child health handbook.
It features three storage pockets, five card pockets, and one pen holder, and measures approximately 20 cm wide by 30 cm tall—truly packed with convenience.
With relatively few seams to sew, it’s a doable project even for beginners at handicrafts.
If you’re experienced, you might even add more storage.
The beauty of handmade items is being able to create something in the size that suits you best.
Why not try making this handy multi-case yourself?
[100-yen shop] No-sew maternity and child health handbook case
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For those who say, “I’m really bad at all kinds of crafts…,” this no-sew maternity and child health handbook cover is highly recommended.
You only use items from a 100-yen shop, so it’s very budget-friendly.
It takes about 20–30 minutes, so it’s great even if you’re busy.
What you’ll need: a store-bought medicine notebook case, a napkin or handkerchief with a pattern you like, and strong double-sided tape.
First, cut the napkin to the size of the case and use double-sided tape to join it into a tube.
Attach it to the case like a book cover and stick it down.
When you do this, you’ll be making a flap, so leave a little extra fabric on the right side before adhering.
Attach a snap button to the flap and you’re done! Your store-bought case has transformed into something cute!
pouch with dividers
When you start going to the hospital regularly, the things you need to carry tend to increase, don’t they? Not just your patient card and insurance card, but also items like masks and sanitizer spray.
A pouch with dividers is the perfect solution for managing all those items.
We’ll make the gusset a bit wider, so it can handle slightly bulky things, too.
The inner pocket also has a button, which adds a few steps to the process, but I think it’s manageable for intermediate crafters.
If you’re worried about the pouch losing its shape, reinforcing it with fusible interfacing could help.
It also works great as a bag-in-bag, so it’s an easy recommendation without any reservations.