How to Make a Phone Case from a Balloon

September 1, 2016, 9:58 am | Read time: 1 minute

Many smartphone users prefer to go without a case for aesthetic reasons. However, there are situations where you might want to protect your phone, such as at festivals or the beach. TECHBOOK shows how to quickly and easily make a phone case. All you need: a balloon.

Step 1:

Screenshot 2016-09-01 at 16.07.28 — You don’t need much for the case: A regular balloon is enough.

Screenshot 2016-09-01 at 16.03.04 — First, blow up the balloon.

Take a balloon and inflate it. Seal the opening with your hand–but don’t tie a knot.

Step 2:

phone-balloon-still — Press your phone onto the inflated balloon.

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Step 3:

phone-balloon-yt — Slowly let the air out of the balloon while keeping your smartphone pressed on it.

Voilà!

Screenshot 2016-09-01 at 16.06.20 — You can trim any excess plastic with a knife.

Screenshot 2016-09-01 at 16.06.40 — If needed, cut a hole for the camera.

Your improvised phone case is ready. You can now cut off the balloon’s opening and, if necessary, make a small hole for your camera.

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