How to Make a Monogrammed Checkbook Holder

Monogrammed checkbook covers protect checks and record books. The covers can be made from a variety of materials, including fabric and vinyl. Considering the frequent use of the checkbook cover, or wear and tear if carried in a handbag, a durable material is highly suggested. Monogramming can be done by sewing machine, by hand or by attaching initials.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Vinyl piece 6 3/4 inches by 11 1/2 inches
• Scissors
• Sewing machine
• Color-coordinated thread
• 3 ready-made initials (press-on)

1. Lay the vinyl piece on a work table, right-side down. Fold one end right-side in (lengthwise) 2 inches. Hold it down with your hand and straight stitch 1/8 inch from the edge along each side on a sewing machine in color-coordinated thread to close. Straight pins don't work on vinyl, so holding the fold together with one hand is required.

2. Turn over the vinyl piece so that the right side is up. On the end that has no stitching, center and press on ready-made initials, starting with the center initial and adding the others on each side (see illustration). Secure the initials with the sewing machine or by hand with a zig-zag stitch in color-coordinated thread.

3. Fold the other end of the vinyl piece 2 inches as described in Step 1, right-side in. Straight-stitch along both sides of the vinyl fold 1/8 inch from the edge to close and secure.

Tips & Warnings

• If using heavy fabric instead of vinyl, add an extra 1/2 inch to each side of the checkbook cover width-wise to fold in and stitch on the sewing machine to make a nice finish. Vinyl pieces are available for free in expired decorator sample books. It's easy to cut with scissors. Checkbook covers can be made for special occasions, holidays and as gifts.