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DIY Felt Phone Carriers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Felt Phone Wallet is Ideal for Storing Money and Mobile Devices

— November 7, 2013 — Tech
Smartphone accessories can often end up costing you a fortune, and if you're looking for something a bit more cost-effective to carry your phone in, then this DIY Felt Phone Wallet is just the thing to keep your mobile device in place.

A smartphone case that also doubles as a wallet is a very practical option for people constantly on-the-go, but if you find that you don't want to break your budget purchasing a new case, then this DIY Felt Phone Wallet is a fun and crafty alternative. Simply requiring some basic items such as colorful pieces of felt, snap closures and sewing materials, this DIY activity is a great way to secure your mobile device without having to purchase a brand new accessory piece.

Featured on 'Whimseybox,' this DIY activity will definitely attract crafty individuals looking to add some technological accessories to their collection using some inventive techniques.
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone Case-wallet Combo - Opportunity for companies to develop affordable smartphone cases that also function as wallets, providing convenience and cost-effectiveness for consumers.
2. DIY Tech Accessories - Opportunity for businesses to cater to crafty individuals by offering DIY kits and materials to create unique and personalized tech accessories.
3. Reimagining Traditional Materials - Opportunity for innovative companies to create phone carriers using unconventional materials like felt, offering a fresh and creative alternative to standard smartphone cases.
Industry Implications
1. Tech Accessories - Opportunity for tech accessory companies to expand their product offerings by integrating wallet features into smartphone cases.
2. Craft and DIY - Opportunity for craft and DIY businesses to tap into the tech accessories market by offering DIY kits for creating phone wallets.
3. Materials and Fabrics - Opportunity for companies in the materials and fabrics industry to explore innovative uses of traditional materials, such as felt, in the production of phone carriers.
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