DIY Phone Case Designs

I was browsing through Etsy earlier this week, when I came across a DIY phone case design kit. This is such an easy idea for personalizing your phone that I can't believe I didn't think of it on my own! I ordered a kit for an iphone, even though I don't have an iphone. The kit came with everything needed to design your own case (even a case, although I didn't use it) except glue. There were four sizes of pearls, a bow, and a piece of lace.

Parts of the kit.

Since I don't have an Iphone (Galaxy S4), I used an old case that needed some sprucing up. I made some variations because of differing placements of cameras and speakers.

The final project.

I feel like it is totally doable to find things in crafts stores to put together your own kit. It is a very affordable project. I think the kit was $5 plus shipping, total coming to less than $9. Compared to a similar case online (fully decorated, $30+) this is a great deal!
Mostly this project was gluing. It took about an hour and a half to complete.
I used a hot glue gun and tweezers to attach everything. It took about half of a small gluestick. I was worried that pieces would fall off, but so far only two pearls have fallen off. If I do this again I may look into super glue or another adhesive.