DIY Earphone Holder – It’s A Snap
I’m sure you know the scenario of tangled earphone cords, right? Well, I have the perfect solution for you: a DIY earphone cord holder made from upcycled materials, of course. It really is a SNAP! (Pun intended).
Here is a simple, quick method for keeping your earphone cords organized and tangle-free!
The great thing about this little project is that there is no sewing involved, and it takes only minutes to make. The key ingredient in this project is a snap.
I am totally in love with this new craft gadget, the KAM Snap System.
It is simple, and I love the bright-colored plastic snaps and their efficiency. I have had a box full of mismatched snaps and a variety of snap application tools sitting there because there are missing parts, and so many different sizes of parts. It’s overwhelming.
I got this new system (which is very reasonably priced) and pitched all the other stuff. AHHHHHHH, that felt good.
Now I have just one snap applicator and a bunch of cute, happy-colored snaps.
You can make these earphone cord holders using several different materials, but the ones I found most durable and effective are upcycled yoga mats and wool sweater fabric.
A thick, dense, good quality wool felt piece will work as well.
There are two different styles of holders: rectangular and heart-shaped.
Find out more about HOW TO FELT A WOOL SWEATER here.
EARPHONE CORD HOLDER MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
- Free PDF Pattern (heart and rectangle style available)
- Yoga Mat Scrap (Cut 3.5 inches x 1.25 inches) (8.5 x 3 cm)
- Scissors
- Snaps (Kam snap system) optional
- Other snaps will work as well.
- Snap Applicator
- Awl
INSTRUCTIONS
CUTTING OUT: Using the pattern, cut out one piece. HEART DESIGN, fold the fabric in half and place the pattern on the fold where indicated.
If using a yoga mat, you’ll need to trim the mat using little snips to get a rounded edge.
SNAP APPLICATION: Follow the directions that come with your applicator.
Fold the fabric in half and line up edges. Using the awl, poke a hole through both layers where indicated on the pattern. (Wiggle the awl around a bit while inside to make the hole visible and easy to find).
SNAPS: You’ll need
- 2 pieces that look like tacks (snap back piece)
- 1 male snap
- 1 female snap
Open the fabric up and poke the snap back piece through the hole. Apply either the male or female snap on top of that. (Look for the little ridges of the snap, that is the side that goes towards the fabric).
Grab the snap applicator and place the SNAP BACK onto the applicator tray. (This should match the size of your snaps). It should fit snuggly to the snap. You’ll know when it snaps in place.
Make sure the snap front is aligned in the applicator before SQUEEZING. Give it a tight squeeze to clamp the snaps together. Bam, that’s it!
Repeat the process for the other snap.
Wind up your earphone cord and place it inside the holder. Snap is place. You’re good to go!
TIP: If you use your earphones frequently during the day at work or on the go, you can slip the holder around a belt buckle on your pants. It will hold your earphones in place.
You’ll love the simplicity of this. I hope it comes in handy for you as much as it has for me.
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Have a fabulous day and remember to keep it simple!
