When satisfying your inner nerd and diving into some exciting tech projects, look no further than these 26 DIY ideas. Whether you’re an experienced techie or just starting, these projects offer something for everyone. From building your computer to creating custom smart home devices, this list has many ideas to explore. Prepare to roll up your sleeves and embark on these tech DIY adventures!
There are many ways to store, tote, and gift your favorite technologies – endless possibilities!
01. USB Locket
You can buy this version here or create your own with a large enough locket. They are plentiful and more cost-effective on Esty.
02. Remote Control Part Jewelry
Directions and more ideas are here.
03. iPad/iPhone Stylus
04. Kitchen Tablet Holder
This DIY was inspired by a much more expensive Pottery Barn piece. It’s perfect for reading recipes or watching cooking shows in the kitchen!
05. Audio Earmuffs
Instructions here.
06. Phone And Tablet Cases
07. USB Safety Pin
This is just a concept, but you could create your own with super glue and a steady hand.
08. Speaker Carrying Case
Make your portable speakers genuinely portable.
09. Chocolate iPhone!
Directions here.
10. Crochet Headphone Covers
It’s more subtle than the earmuffs but equally fun. Directions here.
11. Wood-Grain Laptop Wrap
Make your electronics outdoorsy, even if you aren’t
12. Altoid Can Solar USB Charger
13. Mason Jar Speakers
Instructions here.
14. Wooden iPad Stand
Just a table saw and a block of wood at work here.
15. Cross-Stitch iPhone Case
While you’ll have to purchase the case, you can DIY a million designs with just a little thread!
16. A Sneaky Sawed-Off USB drive
So simple and so clever!
17. Touchscreen Gloves
Way cheaper than store-bought tech gloves! Instructions here.
18. QR Code Valentine
This cute needlepoint scans to display a message of up to 250 characters!
19. Headphone Cord Keepers
This adorable DIY Christmas gift can be easily made in any shape or color.
20. Bicycle Horn iPhone Speaker
“The bike horn (with its noise maker removed) had just the right amount of threading on the end to screw into the soft plastic hole and be flush with the inside of the PVC. It sits directly in front of the tiny mono speaker. Leaving the ends of the PVC open allows for a more expansive sound and lets more treble escape. The weight of the horn keeps the phone from tipping back.”
21. Floppy Disk USB Drive
Do it yourself with this handy video.
22. Motherboard Christmas Ornament
23. Gameboy Android Gamepad
Turn your old Gameboy into a modern game.
24. Slide-on Macro Lens for iPhone
This DIY is much more affordable than a store-bought macro lens, which runs around $60.
25. PVC Pipe Laptop Stand
It is super easy and can be customized in millions of ways.
26. iPad Bookcase
It’s a more involved case, but you only need an X-Acto Knife and some glue.
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