"This is such a smart make, using just an A4 piece of PU/faux leather and some cork. If you wish to line the cork with fabric, you can do so using my heat & bond method, but that is totally optional. In fact, that's what's great about this make: you can keep it simple, or upgrade! If you are just starting out, use the cork as it is; if you have worked with cork before, you can choose to adhere a fabric lining; or if you want a truly professional-looking finish, coat the edges in leather edge paint. Pick the level you are at, and work your way up as you get more confident." - Natasha
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Instructions only: materials all available to purchase separately.
- One fat quarter of cork
- A4 piece of PU/faux leather
- Quilters' ¼" washaway tape
- ½m of zipper tape and a zip pull (Natasha used size 5)
- Optional: one fat quarter of cotton fabric for lining (with non-directional print)
- Optional: one fat quarter of fusible web for fabric bonding (Natasha used Heat & Bond)
- Optional: gum tragacanth and/or leather edge paint (Natasha used Fiebing's Edge Kote)
- Optional: a snap fastener
- Co-ordinating thread
- Basic sewing equipment
As seen on Natasha Makes, Wednesday 7th January 2026
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