Pillowcases are cases, so technically you could just drop your laptop in one of them and be done with it, but here's a way you can actually make a laptop sleeve you'd actually use with just 10-20 ...

Here, we'll show you how to make your own laptop sleeve for any size notebook. All you need is some interesting fabric, a needle and thread, and a little bit of time.

DIY site Instructables posts a tutorial on making a laptop sleeve from FedEx envelopes:I was looking for a strong and waterproof material to make my o ...

Now you have a sleeve that's completely wrong-side-out. Congratulations! Just kidding: now it's time to make things right in the world and turn it right-side-out.

And need a new laptop bag? Hoboken design studio M. Avery Designs is offering a make-your-own laptop bag (actually, a laptop sleeve) class, tonight from 7-9 p.m.; $50.

If your laptop would keep you in the game longer, ... If you want to see more, be sure to check out how to make a magnetic coffee cup sleeve and a car mount for your mobile phone or GPS receiver.