How to Customize a Guitar Case
At first glance, it may not seem like there is much you can do to improve a boring old black guitar case. However, with a few basic supplies and some imagination, that boring case can be turned into something special that is sure to turn heads as you walk in to play your next gig. When you want your guitar case to be as rockin' as the music you play, consider customizing it by adding some of your own personality and flair.
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Instructions
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Decide on the way you'd like to customize your case. Having a vision of what you desire it to look like is essential before starting the project. Do you want it to be loud and out there, or more subtle? Do you want to use paint, or do something like cover it in stickers?
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Draw out your plan on paper so you can visualize it. When you have a song composed in your head, you probably write it out so you'll remember it. The same thing can apply to the idea you have for customizing your case. Seeing it in a rough form in front of you can help to stimulate your imagination to come up with new ideas and ways you might want to tweak it.
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Purchase supplies. Figure out what types of supplies you'll need in order to complete your guitar case customization. If you're opting to use paint, visiting a craft store might be a good option. If you want to find stickers to cover the case, try e-mailing your favorite radio station or contacting your favorite bands. They will often give away stickers as promotional items.
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Customize and decorate. Using the supplies you've purchased and the plans you have on paper, get to work making the creative vision for your guitar case a reality. You'll soon have a customized guitar case that fits your personality.
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Tips & Warnings
The possibilities are endless when it comes to customizing your guitar case. Look through magazines or books dedicated to design for inspiration.
If you choose to use paint on your case, stick with spray paint or acrylic paint as they will adhere to the guitar case better than other types of paint.
