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Accordion folders allow you to pack several items into a compact space. You can separate files into individual sections while keeping them all together in one folder. Accordion folders open wide so the contents are easily found, but the enclosed ends of the case keep papers from falling out. When making your own accordion folder, you are in control of the design. The number of pockets and dimensions of the folder are up to you.
Acrylic plastic is a synthetic, man-made material composed of a derivative of acrylic acid and can be distributed as Plexiglass, Lucite or Crystallite. It is known for its ability to be cut, drilled and colored, as well as its durability. It is also known for its ability to look like glass but have the strength of a plastic. If you have an acrylic case you would like to mold into a new shape, you can use a strip heater to do so.
Canvas is a durable, hard-wearing fabric often used to make cases for electronic devices. It holds up well to the bumps and scratches of everyday life. It is also an easy fabric to work with because it doesn't wrinkle easily and holds its shape well. If you have a cell phone, tablet or other device that needs a case, make it yourself with canvas and customize it to meet your needs. To make it easier, leave the raw edges showing. The canvas won't unravel much at the edges and you can contain it with a zigzag stitch.
A snoogle body pillow is a curved pillow designed to provide comfort to the entire body during pregnancy for a better night's sleep. The pillow is curved at both short ends, which makes creating a pillowcase for the pillow seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, with just a few simple steps, you can make the pillowcase to keep your snoogle clean and cozy. The pillowcase is easily removed as it has simple hook and loop fasteners to keep it closed. Make as many different color pillowcases as you like and change them to suit your mood.
While most people in the United States use a fork and knife to eat their meals, sometimes it's fun or appropriate to eat with chopsticks. If you have reusable chopsticks, you can make a case to hold them so they don't get lost in a drawer or so that you can pack them in your lunch.
When carrying books, notebooks and supplies to school or work, it is hard to remember everything you may need for the day. Forgetting your pencils or pens would make the day difficult. Creating a binder insert to hold your pencils and pens will give you one less thing to remember. Use colored fabric to match your binder, or choose a colorful pattern for a bright pencil case. With a little time, you can consolidate the number of supplies to remember by making a pencil case for your binder.
Netbooks travel well due to their compact size, but with movement come inevitable bumps and scrapes. To keep a netbook looking like new, make a simple case to give it a little cushioning and protect it from scratches. Felt makes this no-sew project very simple because it does not fray. Customize not only the colors of s felt netbook case, but also the style by cutting scallops, zigzags, or other patterns into the felt edges.
The iPad is a well known tablet computer from Apple with a wide variety of features. A simple slip-cover case for the iPad can be made from cardboard, though the size of the tablet changes slightly depending on the version you have. You can also personalize your case using fabric, which can give your case a professional touch.
If you want your own network attached storage (NAS) enclosure but do not want the limitations featured with existing models, you can build your own. The most important thing to understand in building an NAS is that an NAS is essentially a stripped-down computer connected to your network. NAS devices' primary function is to share multimedia and other data over the network to be used by all computers at the same time. This requires an understanding of how to build a computer.
Case rails are a form of mounting hardware. The rails are connected to the sides of servers or hard drives to help secure them in place and allow them to be pulled out like drawers for easy access. Most slides are made of steel or silver. Some users prefer to customize their case rails by changing the exterior appearance to aluminum. This can be accomplished via electroplating. Electroplating is the transfer of one metal’s surface onto another using a specially formulated solution and an electrical power source.
If you listen to music on an iPod or MP3 player, use a smartphone or have a portable gaming system, chances are you have used earbuds with the device. Earbud cables are extremely thin, making them prone to frequent tangles and breakage. They are also easily lost in the bottom of bags or from hastily setting them aside. A DIY earbud case made from a tiny candy tin will keep your earbuds in good condition, prolong their usefulness and help keep them from getting lost.
Creating a case for your iPad is a smart way to protect the device. An iPad can be scratched, dropped or dented when left exposed on a surface or in a bag. Buying a case, however, costs upwards of $30. Unlike a leather or suede case, which are both difficult to sew, a felt case is both easy to construct and soft on your tablet screen. Sew the case by hand or by using a sewing machine, and add a Velcro closure to secure the iPad when in it's in the case.
Remote-controlled vehicles and aircraft require a specially designed radio system. Operators use the system to communicate and control the on-board servos and other devices, such as an electronic speed control for electric motors. Construct a do-it-yourself radio transmitter case to help reduce the chance of damage to the transmitter during transport or when storing your RC equipment.
Some households have an abundance of cardboard that is discarded regularly. Corrugated boxes are just one type of cardboard used in our society. Cardboard food containers are used for a variety of items such as cereal, snack foods and drinks. Recycle a section from one of these boxes into a stamp dispenser. The cardboard piece required for a cardboard stamp container is only 5 inches by 7 inches. The time involved in making the dispenser is less than 15 minutes.
The MultiMaster is a detail sander set made by the Fein tool company. It is a handheld oscillating sander ideal for small sanding projects. It is the centerpiece of many different kits manufactured by the company. Some of the kits have extensive attachments and accessories, while others are basic kits that include only the sander and a few attachments. The MultiMaster can produce up to 20,000 oscillations per minute at a variable speed. It can also be used with a drill stand to function as a stationary sander.
Reusing DVD cases is a novel idea that helps keep a family under budget. Sometimes, DVD cases are no longer needed because the DVD gets lost or has too many scratches. Whatever the reason, you can use an empty DVD case to your advantage. Recycling DVDs can be a fun craft activity for a family or a professional.
Serger sewing machines have a versatility that is difficult to achieve with other types of sewing machines. They can make decorative stitching along with the basic-edge finishing to create creative quilts and original clothing patterns. Decorative stitches require a little more setup with your serger sewing machine, but with practice you can adjust your machine quickly for a variety of different decorative stitches.
Homemade greeting cards are a creative way to share sentiments during special occasions. One of the primary benefits of creating a greeting card at home is the ability to add intricate detail and delicate items to your card to create an original design. Stacking these cards in a box with holiday supplies or scrapbooking materials can lead to needless damage. Create an imaginative box for your homemade cards to protect and preserve them over time. Customize your box design so that you can easily locate the container each time you need to use it.
Shrink wrap keeps items covered and closed, such as medicine bottles, soap bars and cosmetics. When you're making your own products, regardless of what they are, you can easily apply shrink wrap to them to protect and distribute them safely. Heating shrink wrap to keep it place is not difficult and requires only the use of household materials.
Athletes and students of all ages love to earn awards for their achievements -- a trophy hand made out of wood sends a special message to the recipient. Presenting a handmade wooden trophy instead of one purchased ready-made rewards success in a very personal way. Sure to be cherished for years, a one-of-a-kind wooden trophy can be crafted by anyone with basic woodworking skills and without doing any wood carving.
Creating your own paper CD cases will ensure your valuable CDs and DVDs are protected from scratches. With a simple piece of A4 paper, anyone can make a paper CD sleeve in a matter of minutes. A great way to save money, this process requires no glue, staples or tape. Once mastered, you will discover that making your own paper CD sleeves is a quick method for protecting your physical data.
CDs are becoming obsolete, so many people have cases they are no longer using and do not want. The cases just sit around, taking up space in their homes. Instead of throwing these cases away to end up in a landfill, use them to create inexpensive and colorful crafts.
Creating your own cardboard CD case will add personalized charm to any mixed CD, photo CD or data CD. In only a few simple steps, you will be able to make cardboard CD cases and decorate them for personal, gift or business purposes. Whether you need a CD case for a birthday, to organize digital photos or to submit data to business clients, by using materials you probably already have around your home, you will be able to design a cardboard case and add a personal touch to any CD.
Contemporary eyeglass styles can be very narrow, while stylish sunglasses are often very wide. A standard-sized eyeglass case can be a poor fit for either style. With a serger and a quilted placemat, you can make a custom fit eyeglass case in less than five minutes. These cases make great gifts and are a great canvas for a monogram or another embroidered design. One placemat will provide enough fabric for two eyeglass cases.
Professional CD cases have a protective plastic shield, usually with a layer of shrink wrap to keep the CD case in pristine condition. However, you don't have to buy a plastic case to make one that is creative and useful. Creative CD cases can be great for mix tapes, or for selling your own music.
Floppy disks are old storage devices for computers. While the disks are obsolete in terms of information storage, many people still have a stack of dusty floppies hanging around in a desk drawer somewhere. The floppy disks have a geeky cool retro quality, and can easily be repurposed into fascinating conversation pieces. Floppy disk coasters can be made in minutes and your guests will enjoy your nerdy and cool idea.
With the advent of digital music, making mixed tapes for friends and loved ones is a lost art. Mixed CDs have taken over as the best method to share the ultimate personalized music compilation for someone special. Recordable compact discs are relatively inexpensive when purchased in a large quantity, but they generally come packaged on a spindle without individual cases for the finished product. There are many ways to craft your own custom, homemade CD case.
Floppy disks as a digital storage medium are a thing of the past. Not able to hold much more than a single megabyte, a standard floppy disk is useless for modern computers and files. Unused old floppy disks don't have to be thrown away; instead, turn old floppy disks into fun and creative art projects or items of jewelry.
Don't throw away old plastic CD cases---give them new life by using them in craft projects. You can use CD cases to create crafts that are both decorative and functional. People of all ages can have fun doing these crafts that can be modified and personalized for each individual.
Shrink wrapping involves covering an item with a special plastic film that shrinks when heated. Packaging a CD jewel case using shrink wrap film adds a professional finish to your music of photo CDs and gives it an airtight seal. This type of sealing protects your CDs from dirt and damage during travel and storage. With the right materials, shrink wrapping CD jewel case is a quick and simple process.
You may lose or get rid of CDs, only to find yourself with extra CD cases. You might store CDs somewhere other than in their original cases, which also leaves you with extra cases. CD cases, which are also called "jewel cases," can be used for various craft projects. When you create crafts from unwanted jewel cases, you reduce your amount of waste and you may even save yourself some money by making certain items rather than buying them.
Collectors and award winners often wish to display collectibles or trophies on the walls of their home. Unfortunately, the trophy cases available for purchase are not always the right size, and can be expensive. Making a display or trophy case can be a great solution for a competent woodworker. Display boxes for displaying jerseys, awards or banners and trophy cases for trophies and smaller memorabilia use the same basic method, although trophy cases are usually deeper and may contain shelves. This simple case is meant for items being placed on permanent display.
Create a padded eyeglass case from pre-quilted fabric. Select a fabric and bias-trim to suit your style. Leopard print with bright pink trim is fun and fashionable. Select a plaid and finish it in navy blue for a masculine version. You can even find fabrics imprinted with your favorite team's logo. These cases can be made very quickly, so you can create one for every person on your gift list. Make two for the people who wear both glasses and sunglasses.
When you'd like to store or give a CD as a gift, you may find that the typical jewel case is too bulky or expensive for your liking. Save yourself money and the bulk by making a simple paper CD envelope with just a few measurements, snips and folds. You can make the envelope with decorative paper to suit any occasion.
A simple scratch can ruin your favorite album. A CD case sometimes gets misplaced or damaged, leaving CDs vulnerable to scratches or breaking. You can use scrap paper or a thin piece of cardboard to make a CD case to protect those valuable tracks. Building your own CD case is a simple project.
The Fein MultiMaster is an extremely versatile tool for master craftsmen, hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts alike. It gets into tight spaces, such as the bottom of a door casing that you need to trim to accommodate a new carpet or flooring. You can use it as a saw, a sander and other tools.
A trophy case is a proud testament to your achievements in the arts, athletics, sciences or a personal hobby. They are perfect for your den or living room to show off contest awards, personal heirlooms or prized possessions. Many trophy cases are expensive and it may be difficult to find a trophy case that fits your preferred aesthetics. If you have the right tools though, you can build your own trophy case.
Creating a custom CD package is inexpensive and simple, although it can be time consuming. The beauty of creating your own package is that you have the flexibility to make only one or 100 unique cases, even if the content is the same. Whether you are creating a case for mix tapes or for your own music, card stock cases will protect your CDs and last for a long time.
If you are trying to get rid of old floppy disks and CD jewel cases, you may be able to drop them off at a specialized recycling center in your area. You can mail disks and cases to several companies that break them down into smaller pieces and recycle them into manufacturing materials. Alternatively, make a practical or artistic craft, using the pile of floppies and CD cases cluttering up your closet.
Making your own belt eyeglass case provides an inexpensive way to keep your glasses close at hand, and you can create it to match any outfit. This lightly padded homemade case also forms a cushion around the glasses, protecting the lenses and frames from light impact. If you're making a case for glasses larger or smaller than standard size, or if the finished case is for a belt wider than 2 inches, adjust the measurements and cut the fabric to the adapted sizes.
Finding the perfect storage option for CDs can be challenging because of the limited options. Plastic CD cases may be too bulky to fit small storage spaces and possibly too expensive for people who have lots of CDs. Flat CD cases, or CD jackets, are a more space-friendly alternative and if you create your own interlocking DIY paper CD case you will save more money on this storage option.
You can protect your music and data CDs from scratches and cracks without spending a dime by making your own CD cases using a simple piece of paper. Get creative with paper styles to design the cases and then decorate them using scrapbook supplies, or your computer and printer.
Making a homemade CD case is a great way to save money and design a case to fit your style. A CD case can be made from a variety of different recyclable materials such as paper, bubble wrap and cardboard that you may already have around your home. Homemade CD cases are more about function, but adding creative artwork to your case could open up a new hobby.
There are times when you may create a CD for a friend and suddenly find yourself without a regular jewel case. Or you may be a budding musician in search of an inexpensive but clever way to distribute your music. In any case, you have many options for creating a CD case from a simple piece of paper by using the time-tested art of origami.
The new trend is music is to switch from compact discs and other traditional media to digital formats. If you've recently gone digital and have a bunch of old CD cases, don't throw them away. Instead use them to create useful or decorative projects and gifts. These recycling projects are great for kids and adults alike.
Listening to music is an enjoyable pastime for most people. Regardless of the type of music you listen to, keeping your collection organized is important. There is nothing more frustrating than searching for the perfect CD only to realize you don't remember where you put it or it has been damaged because it was not in the case. To keep your collection safe and easily within reach, consider making wall-mounted CD storage.
Once a major player in the computer system world, Sega has focused solely on producing video games since discontinuing its last system, the SEGA Dreamcast, in 2001. Most non-cartridge-based SEGA games come in a case that resembles a CD or DVD jewel case. If you break or misplace your case at any time, you can easily replace it with a new jewel case.
If you have a lot of CDs or DVDs you can create your own sleeves to store them in. This can be done with simple sheets of paper, or possibly lunch bags. If you want something sturdier, you can create them by cutting out pieces of posterboard.
Just because technology marches on doesn't mean that we should abandon our memories. Musical memories are some of the strongest ones we have. While many recordings from days gone by are getting released in CD and MP3 formats regularly, what do you do when your favorite record isn't available in a modern format? It's simple, really--you make technology work for you.
