Carry pad suggests using an hollow book as a case for the apple ipad. Bookbook for ipad forms a safe cocoon around your prized ipad. Jul 21, 2010 unplggd reader david wrote in today with his impressive diy project, creating a stylish and protective case for his ipad, inspired by old outofprint hard cover books librarians ruggedized in an attempt to make them last a few years longer. Bookbook case disguises ipad mini as a vintage book gigaom. The old book case by david hsu can be purchased at etsy. No matter which device you own we have an ipad case for you. How to create your wwn ipad case with a book digital. The d117 collection follows the concept on desk 117 where the ethos of modern work life should encompass cable caching, means somewhere to stash cables if not organize them. In my continuing quest to find a great ipad pro case, ive been testing out the new bookbook case for ipad pro 12. Piel frama 790 tan ostrich framaslim leather case for apple.
Mainly because the bookbook iphone case looks exactly like a vintage book. Hand made in new york, the old book gets better with age with every scratch it accumulates as it protects your ipad. New old book case for ipad david hsu design ps34 image dimension. The book for ipad commands a museum giftshop premium price. Shop for old ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1234, pro or mini. Genuine leather walletstyle case in the shape of an oldfashioned weathered book. Twelvesouths bookbook case for the ipad is a hard, leatherback binder thats designed to look like a vintage book. Choose from hard or soft cases featuring superbright, highquality prints that wont fade. Genuine leather walletstyle case in the shape of an old fashioned weathered book. Twelve south introduces bookbook cases for the ipad air 2 and. Shop for old book ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1234, pro or mini. No matter which iteration you own we have an ipad case for you. The case is made by twelvesouth, and you should definitely check it out at the links below. The technique is more or less the same but you need to careful when choosing the book for the ipad case it should have proper padding around the sides and the thickness of the book pages should be enough to support your ipad.
Its made by twelvesouth who are rapidly becoming one of my favorite ipad accessory makers. To create this oneofakind case, katz gutted the body of the ibook, then used a dremel to remove. The style of the case resembles that of an old school cathoderay television which adds a charming retro touch to the whole. Your ipad is securely held inside using thousands of microscopic craters that work by creating many partial vacuums between the craters and your tablet. The bookbook, for those not familiar with it, is a case that makes your ipad look like a vintage book.
Rather, the materials to build it were found lying around in the nooks and crannies of his apartment. This is the new bookbook for ipad a leather case styled to look like an old, classic book. Twelve south today debuted a new version of its popular bookbook case, this time designed to fit apples 12. The leader in manufacturing custom and stock cases for all ipads and iphones models. We incorporate age old book making and leather crafting techniques to hand make every case. Bookbook for ipad is a handmade oneofakind, hardback leather case that doubles as a fully adjustable stand. Their new book tablet case delivers stunning vintage looks and offers safety and functionality to the device inside. Studio credence have done a wonderful job combining the old with the modern. The old book case, david hsu a classic concept for storing the ipad, ripe with the diy feel. Mar 26, 2012 twelvesouths bookbook case for the ipad is a hard, leatherback binder thats designed to look like a vintage book. My new ipad fits perfectly into the case but the screen no longer clicks off when i close the cover. Apr 20, 2011 gary katz is at it again, this time gutting an old ibook and turning it into an ipad case. Your ipad is securely held inside using thousands of microscopic craters that work by creating many. Sep 30, 2010 bookbook for ipad is a handmade oneofakind, hardback leather case that doubles as a fully adjustable stand.
Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with sugru. Shop for antique book ipad cases and covers for the ipad 1, 2, 3, 4 or mini. Snow white, as you like it, pride and prejudice, and many others. In my case, im using a 12 tablet and found an old book lying around that had some pages missing. Our customizer has over 400,000 possible combinations so you can create a cover that fits your unique style. My name is david hsu and im a new student at pratts master of industrial design program starting in the fall. This stylish case features a passage from romeo and juliet, with the emphasized quote a pair of starcrossed lovers take their lives other designs to choose from. On top of that, twelve south is also teasing a new bookbook case for the ipad pro.
With its vintage looks, this case makes your ipad feel like a real book. Its handmade and it features a soft, velvety interior that promises to. Theyre durable enough to prevent breakage, yet slim and lightweight. Take an old book and make sure its a suitable size for the tablet youll be using. Supreme court declines to hear apples appeal in ebook. However, no single thing used for making this wooden case was purchased. Tablet accessories free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Turn an old book cover into a tablet or ereader case with. With an old leatherbound book and some sugruthat diy miracle puttyyou can make a greatlooking cover for your tablet or ebook reader. You want it to be about 14 inch wider on all sides but theres a little wiggle room.
Twelve south introduces bookbook cases for the ipad air 2. Youve already fallen in love with the book book, which encases your macbook in an oldtimey hardback book. And do note, twelve south has versions for the iphone 4 and iphone 5. Twelve souths bookbook ipad case packs a little bit of everything. Leather cases turn ipad into a book after my moan yesterday about ipad cases that are merely rebadged netbook sleeves, the folks at medge got in touch to tell me about their ipad cases. A handmade oneofakind, hardback leather case that doubles as a fully adjustable stand. With custom cuts and independent designs, deck out your ipad in style.
Piel frama 790 tan ostrich framaslim leather case for. Along with its vintage looks, this case makes ipad feel as if youre holding a real book, and in many ways you are holding a book. I loved the sexyashell tactility of those little ink and paper bricks. This slim book style case maintains the sleek profile of your ipad pro, while providing allaround protection. The bookbook opens and closes with two zippers so you can still charge your ipad mini while in the case. Since then, he and his 3year old daughter have become hooked. Twelve south introduces bookbook for ipad pro macrumors. A hard, durable front and back cover are combined with the interior lined with soft suede material to protect the iphone against bumps and scratches. Hide the ipad inside a vintage tablet book case from. The case is designed from genuine leather and fits the ipad 24. The is a hard plastic black backing board that is necessary for the ipad to sit on but causes it to fit incorrectly when sitting in the case. Dec 14, 2012 the bookbook, for those not familiar with it, is a case that makes your ipad look like a vintage book. Gary katz is at it again, this time gutting an old ibook and turning it into an ipad case. When i had my ipad 2 i was using a lovely leather case that has magnets built in so when you close the cover the screen turns off.
So why would book lovers or antique fanatics like this iphone case. The original crafter bookstyle ipad and iphone cases. The case can also function as a stand, with positions for better typing or better viewing. New bookbook ipad case looks like an old, classic book. That means youll get a full case for the ipad air 2 and mini 4 which resembles an oldfashioned leatherbound book. Hard cover jacket for the ipad is inspired by old outofprint hard cover books librarians ruggedized in an attempt to make them last a few years longer. The tablet rests inside a special leather and suede padded pouch without any chance of slipping out. Its the twelve south bookbook iphone case for the iphone 66s plus. See more ideas about ipad case, ipad and ipad accessories. Hide the ipad inside a vintage tablet book case from studio. This slim bookstyle case maintains the sleek profile of your ipad pro, while providing allaround protection. I used an old disney book the kids werent interested in. Sample of works from the genres of furniture, woodworking, product and industrial design, graphic design and photography custom oneoff experimental colorado springs. Unplggd reader david wrote in today with his impressive diy project, creating a stylish and protective case for his ipad, inspired by old outofprint hard cover books librarians ruggedized in an attempt to make them last a few years longer.
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