Sewing Instructions for a Stethoscope Cover

Stethoscope covers are a fun way to liven up your doctor's stethoscope. He wears the stethoscope all day every day and will likely appreciate a cover to make it more fashionable. A child friendly stethoscope cover makes a young child's visit to the doctor more pleasant. In addition to being a fashion accessory, the cover can provide a visual for little ones to focus on when being examined. You can create a stethoscope cover in as little as 30 minutes.

Materials

Gather your materials ahead of time. This will allow you to work with more ease. Since they are so quick and easy to make you can create several of them at once. You will need 34-by-6 1/2-inch of cotton fabric for each cover. Choose a fun and colorful fabric for the stethoscope cover. If you know the favorite hobby or interest of the nurse or doctor, choose one that fits the theme. Also prepare 1-inch square of a hook-and-loop fastener, 2 1/2-inch elastic, coordinating thread and a sewing machine to make your job a lot easier.

Sewing Instructions

Doing each step in an easy to follow order is helpful. Hem the short ends of the 34-by-6 1/2-inch fabric with a narrow hem. Fold with the right sides together to create a piece that is approximately 34-by-3 inches. Sew down the length of the fabric. Sew the elastic onto one end of the fabric place at about 1/2 inch from the edge of the fabric. Sew hook side of the fastener onto the wrong side of the fabric at the other end. Sew loop side of the fastener onto the wrong side of the fabric opposite of the hook side.

Embellishment

Embellish the edges of the stethoscope cover with sparkles, craft feathers or a leather string with beads on it. Use your own creativity to make stethoscope covers that your nurses and doctors will love. Create holiday specific stethoscope covers by choosing theme printed fabric and adding holiday specific embellishments. Get creative and look outside of the sewing department. You will find small plastic party favors in the celebrations department, or witches hats, Santa hats and little lucky clovers can complement the theme of the fabric for your stethoscope cover.

Fundraiser Strategy

If your nonprofit organization holds fundraisers at or near a hospital or medical school, incorporate stethoscope covers into your inventory. They are fast and economical to make. Be sure to have a variety of styles to choose from.
Make a miniature stuffed animal head and apply it to the stethoscope cover. This addition will allow you to be even more creative as you make your product.

Warning

Some nurses and doctors who work in high-risk units may not be allowed to wear stethoscope covers made from fabric due to the inability to sterilize them between each patient. Avoid giving stethoscope covers to these professionals.

References

• Nurse Direct