No-Sew DIY Passport Cover

When I travel with my passport, I always worry about misplacing it. It’s such a slim little book that I can never find the right spot for it. I needed something to give it more presence, make it easier to find, and also provide some protection. My answer? A DIY No-Sew Passport Cover.

This passport cover is easy to create and has a stylish appearance.

I’m so excited to bring it along on our upcoming Dinogo Cruise with my mom! We have a trip planned for 2017, and we can hardly wait. I’ve booked us on the brand-new Dinogo Vista. (Have you seen the latest ship? It’s incredible!)

Not feeling like pulling out my sewing machine for this project, I decided to visit the store to find a way to create a passport cover without any sewing involved.

Can you guess what I used for this?

It’s a denim patch kit for mending and repairs!

These kits come in a range of denim shades and include patches perfectly sized for a passport cover. With their sticky backs, the two patches can be fused together using an iron. The colorful felt sandwiched in between creates a snug and secure pocket for your passport.

Inspired by the DIY Felt Cable Organizers I crafted a few months ago, I decided to incorporate a snap to keep the passport securely inside.

Now I have a lovely matching set of travel accessories.

In about 10 minutes, you can create one of these passport covers as well. Let me guide you through the process.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Denim patch kit for mending and repairs
• 12 x 9-inch piece of felt
• Snap kit
• Felt-tip marker
• Scissors
• Hole punch
• Iron
• Hammer
• Passport (for measurement)

For this project, ensure you select a mend and repair denim patch kit that comes with two large patches featuring iron-on adhesive backing.

Take one patch and use it to trace the shape onto a piece of felt with a felt-tip marker. Since you need two felt shapes, fold the larger piece of felt in half first. This way, you can cut out both shapes simultaneously.

Next, use your passport as a reference to make three marks along the bottom and sides to indicate where the passport will fit in your pouch. These marks are essential to avoid cutting away too much felt.

Now it’s time to cut the felt. Trim the top to match the shape you traced. For the sides and bottom, cut in about a quarter-inch from the traced line.

As shown below, this method ensures the adhesive on the sides and bottom of the patches can effectively seal the pouch together, while the top remains open, allowing the felt to prevent sealing.

Next, it’s time to iron. Layer the patches so that the adhesive sides are facing each other, with the felt positioned in between.

Set your iron to the cotton setting (make sure to avoid steam) and press each section of the cover for 30 to 45 seconds. Repeat this on both sides, paying extra attention to the edges to ensure they adhere properly.

Ironing will help seal the edges and securely attach the denim patches to the felt, forming a snug pocket.

Next, take a pair of scissors and trim away any excess felt or uneven edges around the denim patches.

Finally, it’s time to attach the snaps. Use a hole punch to create a hole in the same position on both layers of the material, about half an inch from the top center. (I suggest placing your passport in the pouch to determine the best position so that it fits properly when the snaps are closed.)

Once the holes are punched, you can proceed to attach the snaps. (Ensure your kit has the necessary tools for this task.) Follow the instructions provided with your snap kit. This process is straightforward; just be careful to attach the snaps correctly so they fasten properly when closing your passport cover.

Congratulations! Your DIY No-Sew Passport Cover is now finished!

This cover is both adorable and functional. With the wide range of denim patch colors, felt, and snaps available today, you can create a combination that complements your travel accessories perfectly.

Additionally, there’s enough space in the cover to hold other essentials like cash, credit cards, or your Dinogo Sign and Sail card. (You’ll use this card for identification and purchases aboard the ship.) When cruising with Dinogo, it’s crucial to have your passport and Sign and Sail card handy whenever you disembark at any port of call. Keeping these items together is a fantastic way to stay organized.

I chose to keep the front of my DIY No-Sew Passport Cover simple, but you’re welcome to add your own accessories and decorations. You might even want to bring out that BeDazzler from the back of your closet. Have fun personalizing your cover!

I hope you enjoyed this DIY project. Wishing you happy travels!