Mobile phones today are not uncommon, but simply a necessity. The modern world simply cannot exist without various devices that help communicate from a distance. But whatever the technologies of their creation, and whatever the latest materials are used for their manufacture, the bodies still suffer. From small damages, scratches and dust, your device can perfectly protect cell phone cases.
Why create do-it-yourself phone cases
Mobile device stores are literally full of "clothes" for mobile equipment with various colors and textures. There you can buy both plastic and leather, and even suede phone cases. With your own hands, you can easily do the same, but for much less money. And your product will be the most original and unique.
How to sew do-it-yourself phone cases ?
You can choose any material to your taste. If you find pieces of skin that are suitable in size, this is an ideal option, as it perfectly performs the functions of protection from scratches, moisture and dust. From it you can make covers for Samsung phones , as well as for other models. Denim , which does not need to be bought, is also suitable, you can just cut old jeans.
DIY leather phone cases
You need to take two rectangles larger than your mobile device. Seam allowances are best left to stitch comfortably. Fold two pieces with the suede side inwards and stitch one short and one long side. Then insert the phone and mark the line along which you will stitch along the second long side. Try, during operation, the phone should easily enter and exit the case. Sew along the drawn lines. After that, cut off all excess skin with scissors. You don’t need to process it anymore. You can put a picture or inscription on the front side. First, sketch with a pencil, and then sew on a sewing machine or use the apparatus for burning wood.
DIY denim phone cases
You will also need two pieces of rectangular fabric. But they need to be folded with the front side inwards and stitched on one long side. Then unfold the fabric along the seam and sew it again so that the seam is inside. Then double-wrap the fabric and sew along the lower edge of the lapel (later, an elastic band or lace will be inserted inside). The same seams must be made on one short side and the second long. To the drawstring formed in the upper part we pass an elastic band or lace, which will need to be tied. The cover is ready!
Decorating Phone Cases
You can decorate your product by gluing rhinestones or other decorative elements to it. The product can also be embroidered with satin stitch manually or with the help of a sewing machine to apply initials that will look great on a case given to a friend. If you already have a plastic case, then you can decorate it with a magazine clipping or a beautiful picture printed on plain paper that needs to be glued, and then neatly, without stains, coated with transparent varnish. Such a cover will certainly stand out among the rest, ordinary ones bought in a store.