DIY phone case repair

In order for the phone not to lose its appearance and be maximally protected from damage, it just needs a cover. The price for this accessory, although not too high, is still much more than average. That is why many people think about how to make a phone case with their own hands. By making it yourself, you can not only save money, but also get a really beautiful and original accessory.

In order for the phone not to lose its appearance and be maximally protected from damage, it just needs a cover

Making mobile phone cases is easy at home. Moreover, it is not at all necessary to use expensive materials for this. Even a cardboard product will fulfill its main functions, and it will look extraordinary and very beautiful.

• cardboard;
• glue;
• epoxy resin;
• wooden sticks;
• acetone;
• cotton swabs;
• decor elements.

1. First of all, you need to take measurements from your phone.
2. Cut out the expanded workpiece from cardboard one and a half centimeters more than the device itself.
3. Fasten the edge of the cover using a wooden stick. Glue cardboard to it.
4. Strengthen the lower part of the workpiece in the same way.
5. All gluing points must be coated with resin.
6. Glue jewelry to the future case.
7. Also treat the rest of the surface with this epoxy.

Wait a couple of hours for the resin to dry.

You can sew a classic leather case yourself, it is not at all necessary to buy it in a store. This does not require special skills. Absolutely everyone can sew a case for a mobile device.

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You can sew a classic leather case yourself

1. Cut a rectangle from the main piece of leather. You need to determine the dimensions by grasping the smartphone with the original piece, leaving allowances for the seams.
2. Mark the line of the future seam approximately half a centimeter from the edge.
3. Mark the holes in the resulting workpiece with an awl.
4. Drill all required holes using a screwdriver.
5. After that, give each hole the correct appearance by making grooves.
6. After that, sew the sides using a twisted nylon thread rubbed with paraffin.
7. Leave the ends of the threads uncut, as after shaping the case, you will need to make the last stitch.
8. Place the workpiece in water for a couple of hours and then place a plywood blank of the appropriate shape in it.
9. Leave the product in this form until it dries completely.
10. After a day, take the blank out of the case and make the last stitch.

Cut off excess parts and sand the product with sandpaper.

One of the most stylish and convenient smartphone accessories is the folio case. You can also make it yourself. It only takes a few hours to work..

One of the most stylish and convenient smartphone accessories - a folio case

1. Circle the cover around the perimeter, add another one and a half centimeters and draw an additional line.
2. After that, carve out the basis of the future cover.
3. On the seamy side of the suede, draw a pair of center lines, the distance between which should be exactly one centimeter.
4. Circle the pattern of the largest of the parts on one side and the other from the centerline.
5. Cut the pattern by one centimeter and circle the resulting workpiece under the frame.
6. Draw around the inner part to both axial sides.
7. Cut out the resulting frame, making allowances along the inner cut, turn to the wrong side and immediately sew short cuts.
8. Sew the finished frame on top.
9. Sew together the inner and outer parts of the product, while aligning the outer cut.
10. Now fold the parts inward with the wrong side and sew, aligning the central parts.
11. Place a raised seam along the contours of the smaller part.
12. Now cut out a pocket and a belt, two and a half centimeters wide.
13. Sew a strap and attach buttons to it, sew in the front and in the middle of the cover.

In the inner part of the workpiece, fix the pocket with threads and cut off its edge so that it is flush with the edges of the inner part.

There is not always a desire to change a familiar, albeit shabby, old accessory for a new one. Parting with things is not easy for many. But there is a solution. You can simply fix the old case, peel off unnecessary parts from it and add more original decorations. There are many ideas for the restoration of old covers.

There is not always a desire to change a familiar, albeit shabby, old accessory for a new one.

The most original and simple options are made using the following materials:

1. Washi tape. A regular silicone case will sparkle with new colors if you glue multi-colored tapes sold in stationery stores on the back of it.
2. Acrylic paints. Flight of imagination and no restrictions - you can draw any picture or simply apply paint in a continuous layer. In any case, the cover will look new and original.
3. Nail polish. It is enough to make multi-colored droplets on the case with the help of varnish to make it look completely new.
4. Rhinestones. It takes a few minutes to glue them to the product. In this case, it will be possible to hide all existing defects.
5. Beads. You can fix them with hot glue and even ordinary plasticine. For a more reliable fixation, use also a transparent varnish.
6. Neon decorations. They already initially have an adhesive surface, so this work will be as simple as possible.

This one can rightfully be called one of the most creative options for making a cover. The accessory simply cannot be compared with all purchased options.... He looks very unusual and presentable.

• hot glue gun;
• silicone glue sticks;
• Scotch;
• baking paper;
• masking tape;
• rhinestones;
• nail polish;
• pencil.

The accessory simply cannot be compared with all purchased options.

1. Wrap the device in baking paper and secure with tape.
2. With a pencil, draw a drawing on the paper, while noting the locations for the buttons and all the connectors.
3. Apply silicone glue using a special gun.
4. After it cools down, remove the blank and decorate with nail polish, glue the rhinestones.

This method of making an accessory for a mobile device is very simple and affordable. The product turns out to be unusual, comfortable and extraordinary.

1. Fold a piece of paper in half, aligning the fold line with the top edge of the gadget.
2. Draw a contour with a pencil.
3. Leave a one centimeter indent for the seam.
4. Cut out the pattern.
5. Check again all dimensions by placing the device in the workpiece.
6. Transfer the pattern to the fabric.
7. Cut and sew first from the inside and then from the outside.

Sew Velcro to the back to prevent the device from falling out of the case.

You can make any accessory for your phone yourself. It is allowed to use absolutely any materials. There are no restrictions, you just have to give free rein to imagination and not be afraid to experiment.

It often happens that an old smartphone case has already lived its life and it is impossible to use it. Or when buying a phone, they completely forgot about its protection. And in order not to spend extra money, but to do a good thing for yourself, you can easily sew a smartphone case out of leather with your own hands. It will not be difficult.

1. You need to take a piece of suitable leather (not very thin, preferably about 3 mm).
2. Cut a rectangle out of it, in accordance with the dimensions of the phone so that there is not too much free space, otherwise the smartphone will fall out.
3. Next, mark with a pencil or chalk the place for the seam - this is about 4-5 mm from the edge.
4. Then, with a self-made copier, make holes for the threads, you can, of course, use an awl for this business, but this will take much more time.
5. Now you need to carefully drill these holes with a screwdriver and sew along the marked line.
6. Cut a rectangle out of a piece of plywood, which will roughly resemble the phone itself, and put it into the blank of the case.
7. Immerse everything in cold water for two to three hours in order to add volume.
8. After a certain time, take out the product and let it dry for a day or a little more.
9. And all that remains is to remove the plywood and make the corners rounded. Also, if you want, try making holes for your headphones and charger. The cover is ready, you can use it with pleasure!

There is also a book version of such a product that most young people like. Its price is quite high, but you can try to reduce costs and show your imagination. It is not so easy to make a leather case for a smartphone for a smartphone with your own hands, but the result will delight anyone. Unlike a regular case, it looks more elegant and beautiful.

1. Leather cloth, 2-3 mm thick;
2. Thin leather cord or ordinary thick threads;
3. Cardboard;
4. Screwdriver;
5. Awl;
6. Knife;
7. Ruler (iron is more suitable);
8. Water;
9. Pen or pencil;
10. Magnet;
11. Strong plastic shape, the size of the phone, or ordinary rubber bands.

Let's get started:

1. Cut out the base of the smartphone from cardboard.
2. Trace the base twice on the leather.
3. With an awl, make holes for the thread around the perimeter, with rounded corners.
4. Using a screwdriver, make the holes a little larger and smoother.
5. Sew two parts on one side, and just sew the other three sides with threads (without fastening together!).
6. In the plastic form, make holes for the connectors and sew it to one part of the leather (or you can not use so much effort and just attach the elastic bands so that the phone is protected).
7. Cut out a small rectangle or oval from the remaining leather fabric and sew it to the bottom of the cover.
8. Glue the magnets so that the cut out rectangle is attached to the upper part.

Here is another product ready.

An original and unusual idea. Such a case is more suitable for a gift for a girl on her birthday or on March 8th. Any lady will look at such a surprise with enthusiastic eyes. The most important thing is to connect your imagination, and the rest is trivial.

For the product, you will need everything, as usual:

1. Leather fabric (pale pink or white);
2. Awl;
3. Button;
4. Threads.

1. Cut out the leather blank (you already know how: to the size of your mobile phone, but do not forget about the shape of the envelope).
2. Use an awl to make holes on the sides.
3. Sew on both sides.
4. On the upper triangle, glue one part of the button, and on the cover itself, on top, the second part (calculate everything correctly so that the envelope closes normally).
5. The gift can be decorated by trimming with threads or rhinestones.

Everything is ready. You can be surprised.

Of course, in addition to elegant and chic covers, you can do something simpler. For example, make exactly the same product, but using fabric.

1. Fabric: felt, felt, or wool;
2. Needles - pins:
3. Sewing scissors, but regular scissors will work as well.

1. Use scissors to cut the two bases of the fabric.
2. Pinning in some places, sew, by hand or on a typewriter, on the sides and bottom.
3. The top is usually left open, but for added security, you can secure it to prevent the phone from falling out.

Now you know how to make a smartphone case with your own hands. Have a nice work!

And even if you treat your smartphone very carefully, it will still need a case.Not for protection, but for beauty. Let your hand-made product sit on your mobile phone like a beautiful piece of clothing and amaze all your friends, acquaintances and ordinary passers-by.