Make your own iPhone Case

It's no secret that we adore taking lots of pictures with our iPhones. We adore getting new cases; they are the perfect little (functional) accessory. We decided it was high time we created some of our own—especially since we just couldn't pass up these clear cases we found on Ebay for $2 each!1. Supplies: Clear iPhone cases, pretty papers, paint, fabrics, found papers, scissors and paint brushes. 2. If you plan on making your case with papers first create a template that fits your case; including the where the camera goes so you don't cover it. 3. Use your template to cut out a pretty paper, lay this inside your clear case before popping your phone in. 4. Use your template to cut out a cute fabric, lay this inside your clear case before popping your phone in. 5. Use paint chips to create a collage for your case. 6. Paint the inside of your case—you can leave some areas blank so your phone shows through. 7. Create a geometric design out of found papers; such as magazines or pictures. 8. Have fun customizing your case to your style—or gift one to a friend!What we love about filling the inside of the case with a pretty paper or fabric is you can change out your design as often as you like. You could match your iPhone case to your mood. Or outfit. Or your mister's outfit. What? You think that might be just a little over-the-top. Well... maybe you're right. xo. emma and elsie

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Well I could do it but none of my friends or me have iPhone. We are the kids with the old-with-buttons-cellphones! :D

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Posted by: call me debbie | April 17, 2012 at 07:18 PM

I posted something like this on project restyle awhile back! I used my favorite vintage fabric and you won't believe the compliments I get on mine!

Posted by: Allison Chester | April 17, 2012 at 07:52 PM

What a great idea! Love it!

xo Bea

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Posted by: Bea | April 17, 2012 at 08:12 PM

Aw, cute idea! I'd do it if I had an iPod. :-P

Posted by: Katie | April 17, 2012 at 08:30 PM

Love this, have been doing it all along with my case, I keep switching out the paper/fabric... I had a peacock feather in it for a bit! Was lovely :)

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Posted by: Margo Isadora | April 17, 2012 at 08:47 PM

i still have a "beater phone" but once i get an iphone i'm SO DOING this!
i like the burlap best.

Posted by: Mindy Harris | April 17, 2012 at 09:46 PM

Beautiful. Love the iPhone cases.

Posted by: Isabel | April 17, 2012 at 10:12 PM

This makes me miss my iphone. HTC sucks.

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Posted by: Rachel | April 17, 2012 at 10:25 PM

Hi Elsie! I am a huge fan of your blog and I know that you are in Arizona right now! I live in AZ and saw your pic on Instagram with the Dine In sign at Pane Bianco! I love that restaurant and live right by there! How long are you staying in Arizona?

Posted by: Maddie (aka hugsandwishes) | April 17, 2012 at 11:08 PM

Maddie, we're leaving tomorrow morning. thanks so much for saying hi!!!! :D you have a great area! I love Lux. XOXO. elsie

Posted by: elsie | April 17, 2012 at 11:12 PM

Oh what a great idea! Super sweet.

Posted by: Kate @ Songs Kate Sang | April 17, 2012 at 11:17 PM

that's beautiful
such a great DIY!!

Posted by: Hug | April 18, 2012 at 12:25 AM

Very cool! I like it very much!

Posted by: Elodie | April 18, 2012 at 01:46 AM

Love it. Thats so neat

Posted by: Tranae | April 18, 2012 at 02:08 AM

I really dig the one made with hemp fabric!