Free knitting patterns for tablet covers, iPad sleeves, and e-reader and Kindle cozies. Includes one skein, stash buster, and easy patterns. Most patterns are free. Updated 1/22/24
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Free Patterns
Tablet Sock
Super easy tablet and e-reader cover is knit in one round repeat ribbing that stretches. Knit with 60g of leftover sock yarns so it's perfect for using up the oddballs in your stash. Or knit with one skein of sock yarn. iPad 3 Sock designed by Mariana Martins.
Deathflake Kindle Cover
E-reader sleeve featuring the Selbu “Deathflake” pattern by Art Fiend. DK weight yarn. Kindle Death designed by Christina Cartwright. Pictured project by TheGiddyStitcher
Pixel Sleeve
Sleeve for tablet or laptop with a design inspired by enlarged computer pixels. Size large enough for 13 inch laptop. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Minttu Wikberg/ Pawlymade
Spiral E-reader Cozy
One skein tablet cover knit with a one round repeat that forms a diagonal spiral line followed by seed stitch flap. Has instructions for calculating the size you need. Uses one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Dena Stelly.
Anais Tablet and Glasses Covers
Lace sleeve in two sizes for E-Reader Case and Glasses Case knit with a 12 row repeat. Knit with one ball 55 - 82 yards (50 - 75 m) of DK weight yarn. Designed by Kelly Menzies.
Snakes and Ladders Tablet Cover
It's rare to find a cable pattern that works well with variegated yarn but this tablet cozy is perfect for leftover sock yarn. Originally designed for Kindles, you can use it for iPads or other tablets as well. Uses less than one skein approx 25g of leftover sock yarn. Snakes and Ladders Kindle Kozee designed by Jayne Hayward
One Skein Tablet Cover
Tablet sleeve knit flat with a 4 row repeat cable pattern. Knit with one ball 100g of Aran weight yarn. Designed by Julia Farmer. Pictured project by Monika Russel
Cabled iPad Tablet Sleeve
Sleeve for tablet with an 8 row repeat cable pattern. Uses one skein 150 - 170 yards (137 - 155 m) of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by haramis designs.
Cottage Tablet Cosy
Home sweet home for your electronic device! Amanda Berry designed this tablet sleeve that you can customize to look like your house or the recipient's house. This has a knitted outer and lining to give extra protection. 26cm tall and 19.5cm wide. DK weight yarn
Argyle Kindle or Tablet Cardigan
Sleeve for tablet or ereader with a stranded diamond argyle design. Customize size with number of repeats. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Julia Farmer. Pictured project by Urieka
READ Kindle Cozy and Tablet Cover
A stack of books with an open book on top sits above the word READ on this ereader cover with button flap closure. Size to fit the Kindle Paperwhite, but can be adjusted to fit other devices by adding more lozenge patterns. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by By the Fibreside
Fair Isle Tech Vest
Protect your iPad, Kindle, or other tablet in style with this whimsical fair isle sweater vest cozy. Can also be used as a doll sweater! Size 8 x 10 in. (20.5 x 25.5 cm). Fair Isle Tech Vest designed by Heather Lodinsky for Lion Brand. Designed for at least 5 colors, it's a great stashbuster. Worsted weight yarn. Pictured projects by designer and MegStegs12
More Free Patterns
Musical Notes iPad or Tablet Cover
Perfect for the musician or music lover in your life, this tablet sleeve features musical notes in knit in purl stitches. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Natalie Smart
Turtleneck Macbook Air or Tablet Cover
A sweater for your tablet or laptop with colorful stripes. Just slip your device into the stretchy ribbed turtleneck collar which closes back up to keep your laptop secure. Finished dimensions 11.5 x 7.5 inches (turtleneck collar) not included but easily customized. Great stash buster. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Brittany Coughlin
Corylus
One skein iPad sleeve cozy features a gorgeous leaf and cable pattern that is knit on smaller needles to provide denser fabric for shock absorption. Uses one skein of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Kalurah Hudson.
Celtic Cables Kindle Case
A tablet cover with stunning braided cable design and flap. Finished dimensions of cozy: approx. 26cm x 20cm / 10¼ x 8”. Uses one skein of Sport or Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Crystal Hoff
Anglo-Saxon Tablet Cozy Cover
A cabled envelope-style cozy suitable for an ipad or other tablet knit with an 8 row repeat woven cable stitch that provides a thick protective fabric. Made in one piece with side seams and twisted cord tie and toggle fastening. Finished dimensions of cozy: approx. 26cm x 20cm / 10¼ x 8”. Uses one 100gr skein of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Jane Howorth
Cable iPad Sleeve
Tablet cover knit with an 8 round repeat of a staghorn cable. Knit with one skein of worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cheryl Murray.
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Oxford Envelope Tablet Cover
Handsome envelope style device cases are knitted in a very simple 4 row repeat 2 color slip stitch pattern to give a thick, protective fabric. Instructions are given for two sizes, to fit an iPad or Kindle, with tips on adapting the pattern for other sized devices. Rated easy by Ravelrers. DK weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown
Apple Laptop Sleeve
A fun, felted sleeve to keep your laptop or tablet scratch-free. The apple design can easily be replaced with the motif of your choice. Detlef (Felted spelled backwards) Laptop Sleeve designed by Wendi Dunlap. Aran weight yarn. Pictured projects by the designer and Kiyomibee.
Cabled E-Reader Cozy
Perfect for small tablet or e-readers, this easy tablet sleeve measures 6″ (15 cm) wide x 10″ (25 cm) long. Great gift idea! Designed by Jodi Lewanda for Red Heart.
Etch A Sketch Tablet Cozy
Tablet, laptop, or device cover inspired by the favorite toy. You can customize by embroidering your own sketch on the screen. And you can felt if you want. Designed by by Lyndee Pitiak. Pictured projects by DoubleLune and Tawnybeth
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Cozy Fire iPad and Kindle Covers
This seamless, protective cozy features a simple flame lace pattern and a one-button closure. It comes in variety of sizes for Kindle and iPad versions. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Danna Rachel
Chevron iPad Sleeve
Zigzag striped tablet cover which easily adjustable to any tablet size. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Tanis Gray
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Owl Tablet Sleeve Free Pattern
Originally created as a netbook sleeve, this wise owl can get with the times and find new use for your tablet, Kindle or other device. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Corrisande
Patterns for Purchase
Chevron Madness iPad Sleeve
Tablet cover with zigzag stripes that looks like it would be great for stash busting leftover yarns. The pattern includes instructions for 2 different styles of flap: an envelope style flap that closes by tucking the flap in or a buttoned flap. Sizes iPad and iPad Air with instructions for customizing. Designed by Renee Kies
Shifting Rib iPad Sleeve
This tablet cover is very stretchy thanks to the ribbed texture that work well in both variegated and solids yarns. The pattern includes instructions for 2 different styles of flap: an envelope style flap that closes by tucking the flap in or a buttoned flap. Sizes iPad and iPad Air with instructions for customizing. Designed by Renee Kies
Celtic iPad Cover
Tablet or e-reader sleeve with Celtic cable design. Sizes iPad, iPad air, iPad pro, iPad mini. Designed by arianna frasca
Houndstooth Tablet or E-Reader Case
Ideal for a beginner knitter who is ready to tackle a simple two color stranded colorwork pattern, this cover is knit as one piece. The pattern comes with instructions in two sizes: Small = approx. 5”x 8” (12.5 x 20 cm) Large = approx. 7.5”x 9.5” (19 x 24 cm). Designed by LadyshipDesigns
Cable Cozy Computer Case
Clutch style laptop or tablet cover with classic cable pattern and buttoned flap. Designed by ElfiesThreadsNPages
Leaves Tablet Cover
Tablet case in two sizes in leaf lace with flaps. This pattern includes instructions for tablets in 2 sizes: iPad mini/Kindle = 5”x8” (12.5 x 20 cm) iPad = 7.5”x 9.5” (19 x 24 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by LadyshipDesigns
Cable Tablet Case
Easy cable case for iPad, iPad Mini, Kindle Fire, Nook, E Reader, and other tablet. Sizes Small = approx. 5”x 8” (12.5 x 20 cm). Large = approx. 7.5”x 9.5” (19 x 24 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by LadyshipDesigns
Crystal Drop Laptop Case
Clutch style tablet or laptop case with flap and an elegant lace pattern. The cover will be approx. 13 x 11 inch. It stretches so it will fit a laptop of 14 inch. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by AmHiYu
Aviatrix Clutch or Tablet Cover
This clutch features a bold birdcage cable on a background of garter stitch. 2 sizes 6 x 9 inches and 8 x 11 inches. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Designed by Sarah Wilson
Signature Cable Knit iPad / iPad Air Case
This stylish iPad sleeve can be knit seamlessly or with one seam. DK weight yarn. Designed by kareknits
