Stand- useful and convenient thing at home. For example, phones or tablets, which have become an integral part of our Everyday life, in stationary conditions a little inconvenient to use. If you do not have a branded or suitable case that can secure the gadget in an inclined position, then you will have to hold it with your hands. This is inconvenient when watching a movie for a long time, while eating or reading for a long time.
The best solution to this problem may be to purchase a stand specifically designed for this purpose. But sometimes we need it right now, or we simply feel sorry for the money for a seemingly temporary thing. In this case, you can make a stand yourself from available materials. It does not take a lot of time! A couple of minutes and you can comfortably sit in front of the screen of your gadget, while freeing your hands.
In this article we will rely primarily on options for phone stands, but they can also be slightly modernized and used for tablets, books, even for pictures or plates. It all depends only on your imagination. But if she is sleeping, then there is nothing wrong with it. The options proposed in the article are discussed in detail, and it will not be difficult for you to slightly increase the dimensions specifically for the thing for which you are making a stand.
Handy materials to help
You can make a stand yourself from scrap materials. Almost any material you have at home is suitable for this. It could be:
- wire
- cardboard
- cardboard box
- fabric and padding
- bottle
- tree
- paper
- pencils
- constructor
- stationery holders
- unnecessary plastic cards
- old cassette player
Only your imagination can limit your choice. Of course, the stores offer a huge selection of products in this category. However, making the holder yourself has a number of undeniable advantages:
- Rapidity. Sometimes you need a stand as soon as possible, and there is no time to go to the store to buy it.
- Inexpensive or free. You can make a holder from what you already have in your home.
- Originality. With your own hands you will create a truly unique product.
Phone stand made from pencils
In order to collect this design, you will need:
- 6 pencils
- 4 rubber bands
Despite the intricate appearance, this design is very easy to assemble. The idea is that two pencils are held together at the ends with an elastic band, and the third pencil is inserted between the turns of the rubber band. In the end it will work out geometric figure- tetrahedron. If you still have questions about how to make this version of the stand, then use the example below.
The picture clearly shows how the pencils are held together.
To avoid slipping and make the stand more stable, use pencils with erasers at the ends.
Phone stand made from paper clips
The most economical and simple version of the stand, to create which you only need a paper clip.
To do this, you need to bend it into the same shape as in the figure.
This design will hold your phone without any problems.
Plastic card phone stand
Any unnecessary a plastic card. Simply fold it along the short side, leaving about 1 cm from the edge, and bend the remaining part in the opposite direction exactly in half. You will get it as shown in the picture.
Cardboard phone or tablet stand
Cardboard- an excellent material that is widely used for various homemade “things”. Probably, many people have a cardboard box or an unnecessary sheet of cardboard at home. It’s worth trying to use it to create a stand.
To do this you will need:
- cardboard
- scissors
From a sheet of cardboard folded in half, cut a strip measuring 10 by 10 cm. Then draw the figure shown in the figure on it and cut it along the contour.
You will get a comfortable and stable stand that you can carry with you.
This holder option can be used for a tablet or book. The essence of manufacturing is the same, you just need to adjust the part to the size of your gadget, as shown in the figure.
It is necessary to use cardboard that bends well so that the stand does not “open up”.
It is important to understand that a cardboard stand is not necessarily a sloppy design Brown. It can be stylish, comfortable and beautiful. You just need to change the shape a little and the result will change dramatically.
Origami paper phone stand
You may not have cardboard at home, but you do have thick paper. This is also suitable for making a stand! For this you only need paper and scissors. Cut out the shape according to the diagram below, then fold along the fold lines.
That's all. The origami stand is ready to use.
Wire stand for phone or tablet
One of budget options made from scrap materials.
During work you will need:
- wire 2-3 mm thick
- pliers
- wire cutters to cut wire
Everything is done as simply as possible: in the right places the wire is bent so that it becomes a holder.
To make the structure more stable, the wire can be connected with a rubber band.
Such a stand can become a real design solution: you can paint it a different color and it will be completely transformed, or you can fill the “voids” with decorative wire curls. This design is suitable for both a phone and a tablet, the only difference is the size of your gadget.
Unusual Lego phone stand
Probably, this version of the stand will especially appeal to teenagers and men. Here you can show your imagination by creating a whole complex for your smartphone with the ability to change position, and maybe even amplify the sound of the speaker, or get by with a minimum of details. The creative process will not only bring pleasure, but also bring benefits.
To make such a design, you will need several parts and a base. The level of inclination can be changed by adding or removing parts. And the position of the gadget is easy to change, also adjusting the design.
Phone stand from an old cassette deck
Perhaps someone has an old cassette player lying around at home. It is unlikely that it will ever be useful, and with the advent of disks and electronic media, no one uses cassettes anymore. But still, you can find a use for the cover in which the cassette was located.
To do this, just “turn” the cassette player inside out, tilting the lid back. The hole in which the cassette was held can accommodate a telephone. The advantages of this design are that it is easy to wash and transparent.
Phone stand made from a plastic bottle
Many of us go on a trip or run errands by train. Often, on trains there is nothing near the sockets where you can securely place your phone. However, the gadget is discharged and needs to be charged. You can simplify this task by using a stand made from a bottle. Its essence lies in the fact that the gadget is placed in the cut off bottom of the bottle, which remains hanging on the plug from the charging device. This way, you don't have to stand nearby and hold the phone in your hands or look for a way to secure it.
To make such a stand holder you will need:
- plastic bottle for shampoo or drink
- scissors
First, wash the bottle to remove any residue. cosmetic product or soda. Then, mark it. Back wall The stand should become a kind of handle on which the phone holder will hang. The front wall should be high enough so that the phone does not fall over the edge. The next step is to cut out the stand along the office.
To do this, it will be more convenient to use a sharp stationery knife.
Cut a hole in the top of the handle so that it can be attached to the charger plug. You can decorate the stand to suit any taste: using adhesive paper, paints or stickers.
Wooden phone or tablet stand
If you want to do original stand, then one of good materials for its manufacture can be called wood. Such a stand will be strong, durable, and can also serve as a good gift for a loved one. It is important to understand that working with wood requires some minimal skills and special tools.
In the process of work except wooden block you may need materials such as:
- jigsaw
- sandpaper
- wood cutting knives
Be careful and attentive when working with such tools.
Stages of making a stand:
- Process the wooden block by sawing off the excess parts and making a recess at the top in the middle for a phone or tablet.
- Using sandpaper, remove all roughness and splinters from the surface of the future holder.
- You can cover ready product varnish or special paint.
Another option for a wooden stand for a phone or tablet is an analogue of its cardboard version. In this case, it is better to use plywood instead of a wooden block.
To do this, make a stencil of the “legs” of the holder and a crossbar that will fasten them together. And transfer it to the plywood. Carefully cut with a jigsaw and smooth sandpaper unevenness and roughness. Using super glue, connect the legs and the crossbar.
DIY stand case for your phone or tablet
The most popular option for a gadget stand is a stand case. You will have to tinker with it a little, but the result is worth it. This option It is convenient to take with you when traveling, it is durable and can protect your screen.
To make such a holder you will need:
- facing material, it is best to choose leather
- material for internal lining
- plain and thick cardboard or rigid material
- elastic band for fastening
- pencil
- ruler
- scissors
- double sided tape
How to do it?
- Cut the cardboard according to the size of the tablet so that it completely covers it. This is the future basis, the dimensions of which will be basic for all elements.
- Make several folds in the same way that the front of the case will then need to bend to support the tablet.
- Now we take hard material, which will give the case stability. We cut it so that it follows the contour of the workpiece.
- We apply it to the base and make an edging so that it does not interfere with the folds.
- WITH inside processing the case soft materials, gluing it to the base workpiece with double-sided tape.
- The next step is fastening for the tablet itself. To do this, we make small holes in the rigid elements for elastic bands that will hold the tablet.
- We glue the finishing material on the outside.
Do this as carefully as possible. The appearance of the product will depend on this.
That's all. The stand is ready! It is convenient and can be used not only as a holder, but also to protect the screen.
Stand-bag for tablet or phone
An original and cute version of a gadget stand. It is suitable for girls and can be a cute home accessory.
To make it you will need:
- scissors
- textile
- padding material
- thick cardboard
- thread and needle
- button
Manufacturing process:
- First you need to cut out a template from cardboard according to the size of your gadget.
- Then cut out a rectangle from the fabric twice the size of the resulting template.
- Fold the fabric base in half and mark with stitches a fold 10 cm from the edge.
- Sew the bag, leaving one side unsealed.
- After turning the bag inside out, position it so that the seam runs through the middle and a diamond shape is formed at the end. After ironing it, bend the top corner of the diamond so that it is in the middle and sew. This is shown in more detail in the figure.
- Then insert cardboard into the product and fill the remaining space with padding material.
- Make a seam along the very edge of the template. Folding the edges of the unstitched side, carefully stitch it, leaving an opening for stuffing.
- Make a roll and sew up the hole.
That's all. The product is ready. You can decorate it to your liking, giving it even more charm!
Phone stand made from paper clips
Another interesting and at the same time very simple option. If you have several office clips at home, then feel free to use them!
You will need 2 clamps: one larger and the other smaller. By connecting them together as shown in the figure, in a couple of seconds you will get a phone holder.
This can also be done from two clamps of the same size.
Phone stand made from an unwanted CD
An unnecessary CD can serve as a stand for your phone. In order to make such a holder, you will need a little time and work with temperature. So be careful!
Conclusion
For a creative person, all boundaries are erased. And he can create any object with his own hands from scrap materials. For the stand, you can use options such as an ordinary office business card holder, or a book stand that is well known to all of us since school days, or even a sleeve from toilet paper can be excellent option holder.
There are many opportunities for creativity, you just need to look around carefully. Maybe you will make the most unusual accessory for your smartphone with your own hands!
When reading, it is very important that the book is at a certain angle to the person’s eyes. This has a positive effect on vision, prevents the eyes from getting tired, and also saves space on the desktop, which is important for schoolchildren, for example. For these purposes, we will make a book stand with our own hands. It should be noted that the front part, which holds the pages of the book, should not be very large or overloaded with decorations. Otherwise, it will cover part of the text and will not be convenient to use. Let's consider making a stand from different materials.
Wooden stand
This stand can be made from boards or plywood. It is suitable for reading books, as well as for tablets and other electronic devices. It is very convenient to use a stand in the kitchen for a recipe book.
To make a stand, cut a board or sheet of plywood into 5 pieces with dimensions:
- 20×1x2 cm - 2 pcs.;
- 18×3x2 cm - 1 pc.;
- 20×5x2 cm - 1 pc.;
- 34.5×20x2 cm - 1 piece.
Make grooves in the largest part, as in the photo:
The front parts of the workpiece are glued exactly in the center of the largest part where the grooves for the legs are cut. The glued parts should be dried under a press.
If desired, you can decorate the stand by carving or burning wood, paint it, or varnish it. The stand is ready!
Very beautiful stands can be carved from wood for reading the Koran:
Old cookbook stands look unusual in the kitchen kitchen board. All that remains is to attach a book holder to the front and a holding bar to the back. For decoration, you can cut out or burn a pattern, paint it acrylic paints. Then open the product with varnish. This stand is also suitable for an e-reader, tablet, or mobile device.
Options wooden coasters in the photo selection:
Paper version
To make such a supply you will need the following materials and tools:
- corrugated cardboard;
- regular white napkins;
- newspapers;
- PVA glue;
- hot glue gun;
- acrylic paints;
Cut out 2 rectangles 35x42 cm from cardboard. Bend them on the long side by 14 cm. Glue them into one piece. Trim if necessary to ensure layers are the same length. Cut out 2 pieces measuring 5x14 cm from cardboard and glue them together with hot glue.
Glue the small rectangle to the large one at the fold to form a stand. To do this, glue one end to the smaller part of the folded rectangle at the edge, and the other to approximately the middle of the larger part. Carefully lubricate the joints with hot-melt adhesive. For gluing corrugated cardboard Use only a hot glue gun, PVA glue will not hold parts made from it.
Cut the piece 29.5x10 cm, fold it in half. Cut a rectangle out of cardboard in width, 2 times smaller than the previous one. Glue these 2 parts together to form a triangular cylinder. Glue it to the large blank from below. Lubricate the workpiece with PVA glue and cover it first with newspapers and then with napkins. Paint with any paint. Open with varnish. You can make the following stand from corrugated cardboard:
It can be used for both books and tablets. It consists of only two parts. Very light, compact. It can also be made from plywood, but then you will need 3 parts, not 2.
Iron stands
Of course, you can make a real forged work of art, but not everyone has this skill and necessary tool. Therefore, in this section we will talk about a wire stand. This material bends easily; it is enough to simply give it the desired shape.
The wire thickness should be 4-5 mm. 4 pieces are used for fastening. studs 1.5 mm. The stand is extendable and foldable.
In addition to this method of bending wire to obtain a stand, there are others. Selection interesting ideas on the picture:
Decorate yours dinner table shaped wire toast stand. Choose beads with holes wide enough or drill them out to accommodate the frame wire. Coordinated egg cups can be made by wrapping a spiral of wrapped wire around an egg, then narrowing the diameter of the spiral to form the base of the cup, and finally increasing it again to form the base.
1. Cut a 10 cm long piece from a wire with a diameter of 2.65 mm. Use a pair of pliers to make a loop at one end to form a so-called key. Attach a 1.2mm copper wire next to the loop and wrap it around 2cm of thick wire. Do not cut the wire.
2. Cut two pieces of 24 cm from copper wire with a diameter of 2.65 mm for two short rods of the structure. Place the key at right angles to one of the 24 cm long pieces, 1 cm from its end. Turning the key, wrap this rod with the same piece of wire with a diameter of 1.2 mm to a length of 22 cm.
3. Remove the key from the initial 2 cm of the winding and place it at a right angle to the other end of a piece of 24 cm long wire. Wrap the key again for a length of 2 cm, checking that this winding is directed in the same direction from the main rod as the first winding key Cut the wrapping wire.
4. Remove the key from the winding and cut the ends of the core close to the winding on both ends. Wrap the second rod wire in exactly the same way. Cut two pieces of 2.05 mm diameter wire, 35 cm long. Wrap these two wires in the same way as the first two, this time leaving 7 cm of unwrapped wire at both ends. Don't cut off these unwrapped sections as they will be used to make the legs later.
6. To make a handle, cut two pieces of 21 cm from a wire with a diameter of 2.05 mm. Make two-centimeter windings on the key as before, then start wrapping one of the wires, moving 1 cm from its end. Wrap 14 cm and cut the winding wire, leaving a long end. Wrap the second handle shaft in the same way, but do not cut the winding wire.
7. Tie the two handle bars together with thin wire, making sure the 2cm long windings face the same direction. Wrap these rods together, working upwards from the wrapped areas. Leave 2 cm unwrapped at the top.
8. To make the base, cut a piece of 2.65 mm diameter wire 50 cm long. Step back 15 cm from one end and bend the next section around a bottle with a diameter of 6-7 cm. Wrap the second section of wire to a length of 13 cm and cut the wire windings Place the winding on the folded area.
9. Bend all four wrapped rods into an arc. Attach the first one (with legs) to the base. If you have difficulty inserting the base rod into the windings, file the ends of the base wire. Move the individually wrapped handle rods apart and bend them to form a pointed arch.
10. Place the next wrapped arch (without legs) onto the base, followed by the handle arch. Before doing this, mark the base wire halfway along the length of the next winding. Put on the next arch, followed by the second one with legs. Wrap a piece of 2.65 mm diameter wire to a length of 9 cm and remove the winding from the core.
11. Place this wrap on the long end of the base wire, bend it as in step 8, and bend until the two wrapped sections meet. Cut the wire at the level of the mark on the base wire. Remove the last two turns from this side of the base wire and cut it at the marked point.
12. Place the first winding on the base wire near its bent part. Apply strong glue to the end of the base wire and insert this end into the hollow section of the next winding. Let the glue dry.
13. Tie silver-plated copper wire around the intersections of the long arches with the base at the points where the legs are attached to enhance the stability of the structure. If you feel that the stand is not rigid enough, carefully apply a little glue where the arches meet the base.
14. Make four five-centimeter windings of 1.2 mm wire by winding it around a piece of 2.65 mm wire and then removing the windings from the core. Place the windings on the legs and glue the beads. Glue a large bead onto the top of the handle. If necessary, drill a hole in the bead.
Materials and tools
Copper wire with a diameter of 2.65 and 1.2 mm
Ruler
Wire cutters
Round nose pliers
Hot wire
Bottle
File
Permanent ink marker
Durable glue
Silver plated copper wire diameter 0.8 mm
4 medium size beads
Large bead
Drill (optional)
