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    I just found out my brother is sending me an iPad! Yeah!!! I have been looking at the "skins" for the back cover.(I will have a case for traveling)

    Does anyone know where/how I can get a template for a back cover skin? I am thinking of just some Cricut removable vinyl (possible covered in a thin soft leather for the back).

    I have found several PDF (non-vector) templates, but they do not account for the curve you will need at the corners.

    Are there any vinyl forums where i might look for a template that has the correct corner curves?

    Edited to add another question - Does anyone know what type of vinyl is actually used for the skins you buy? It states that it removes cleanly with no residue. I just checked with a vinyl store and they have no idea.
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    Good question... let's see if someone can help
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      CommentAuthoriggylover
    • CommentTimeJul 31st 2010
     
    susan,

    You might want to check out this thread:

    OT-Laptop Skins
    http://make-the-cut.com/forum/comments.php?DiscussionID=2131

    It should give you some ideas and/or some people to email who have done their own. :D

    Jeanette
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    I looked at the laptop skins, but they are all flat. I am concerned about the bottom of the iPad, as it is a bit curved.
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    I would think you can cut it the size to fit, then trim the corners/curves in a way that you don't have any overlap, but the edges just meet. I don't think there would be a template for this, because it would be something you do as you are putting it on, not something you cut first then apply. I'm not sure I can explain it very well, but I would think you can "fold" the corners then trim away the excess, being careful to make sure the edges meet to get it as close to perfect as you want to work at it. Or make a cut in the corner, lay both sides down flatish, then make one trim and remove the excess from both sides so that they meet on the corner/curve.

    Hope this makes some sense.. I haven't made one, but that is how I would do it.
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      CommentAuthorCaseyG
    • CommentTimeAug 4th 2010
     
    Ahhh.. Did I see the Bat Signal over the skies of Gotham?

    This is where I can help out.

    When you are working with vinyl one of the best things about it is that you can "wrap" an object.
    The vinyl will stretch. Here's what you need to do.

    1. Design. If you are just going to throw a single layer on it. Cut the vinyl about 2 to 3 inches larger than the iPAD.
    2. Clean the surface well. You don't want any dust, oils, hair, or anything else to contaminate the surface.
    3. Remove the backing off of the vinyl. Once you have that done, hold the vinyl at both ends so that the center just hangs there. Slowly lay one end of the vinyl down. Then take the backing and lay it under the other half.
    4. Use your card with a sleeve on it and swipe the vinyl smooth, working any bubbles that may be there. Once that is done. Lift the other half up and remove the backing. And do the same with the card on that end. DON'T WORRY ABOUT DOING THE CURVED EDGES. We are about to get to that.
    5. Once you have the bubbles out of the flat surface, it's time to tackle the corners. Grab one of the corners and pull it tight. With your thumb, slowly work the vinyl down the corner with some pressure. (not to much pressure). Don't worry about ripping the vinyl. It won't happen. Just remember that you are doing this to form around the corner. No creases.

    Give that a try. The good thing about vinyl. If you screw up. You can always take it off and try again.
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      CommentAuthoriggylover
    • CommentTimeAug 4th 2010
     
    Who was that masked man?

    I don't know, but he swooped in and helped out, and left in the click of a mouse....


    Is it really as simple as stretching it on there? Who knew... (Casey!)
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    Casey,

    Thanks for the detailed explanation. I do have a few more questions. What type of vinyl would be best for this? I want to be able to remove it later without any adhesive remaining. I have regular vinyl Avery), Cricut vinyl, and an unknown one that says 2 yr EZ Remove.

    If I can get this to work with regular vinyl, I am going to try and add a very thin imitation leather on the top of the vinyl. I have lots of different 3M double sided adhesives, I will just try to find the right one. The imitation leather is probably a vinyl, as it has some "stretch" to it (but it looks and feels like leather).

    What I am trying to duplicate is something like this leather back (and save the$50 dollars)
    http://www.zagg.com/leatherskins/ipad.php

    My template looks just like a rounded rectangle, so It looks like there may be excess material in the corners. Will the stretching help with that, or do I need a different template. I'm attaching a png of the template

    Thanks again for all of your help.
    Susan
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    You know, Susan, I've actually got some Contact "paper" that is imitation leather! Looks and feels like it and is already adhesive-backed. No clue how long I've had it or if they even make it any longer, but it might be something worth looking into.
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    Patti - Thanks for mentioning that I actually have some of that as well. I got it at Home Depot within the last couple of months, but it does not seem to stick too well, so I did not think of using it. (mine seems to be "very" removable) . Maybe I should try some from the middle of the roll or just try a newer roll.

    Would be easier if it does work. Although the imitation leather is a little more "leather-like". But this is just to protect the back of the iPad and to make it easier to hold and not scratch the tabletop. I do have a case for traveling.
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    I'm sure the imitation leather is more leather like, I just figured the self adhesive might save a step or two. I haven't used mine in a while and I think I'd actually gotten it to cover a wooden "book" box for DH so it stuck pretty well to the unfinished pine. The high tech plastic of the IPad would probably be more of a challenge!
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    Well I am going to try it - even if it doesn't stay on that long, it would be good for practice.

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