Make a phone charging organizer from old jeans – easy sewing instructions
Old jeans often have a lot of life left in them, even if they are no longer suitable as clothing. One of the most durable parts of jeans is the back pocket – and that’s exactly what can easily be turned into a practical phone charging organizer.
This project involves making a "phone holder" that hangs over a wall charger, keeping the phone securely in place while charging. At the same time, the charging cable stays neatly organized, and the phone doesn't hang by the cord.
The best part of this project is that it only requires a small piece of denim fabric, one pocket, and a little bit of time.
Materials
- Back pocket from a pair of jeans
- Denim fabric for the backing (other fabrics also work)
- Clear plastic, cardboard, or thick felt for reinforcement
- Bias tape for finishing the edges (optional)
- Hanging loop
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
- Pins or clips
- Thread
- Decorations of your choice
Step 1 – Remove the pocket
Carefully remove the back pocket from an old pair of jeans. The original stitching of the pocket adds character to the finished product, so it's a good idea to preserve it if possible.
Note! Each denim pocket is slightly different, making each finished organizer unique.
Step 2 – Cut the front and back pieces
Cut two pieces of denim fabric, approximately A5 size, into rectangles. Make sure the piece you cut is slightly larger than the pocket.
Round the corners for a softer look.
Step 3 – Attach the pocket
Sew the pocket onto one of the pieces you just cut. Aim for the center :) Sew the pocket along its original seams.
Also, add any desired decorations. Leather patches, buttons, beads, whatever you like.
Step 4 - Reinforcement and back side
Next, combine the front and back pieces. Place the pieces wrong sides together and add reinforcement in between. Here, I used a laminating film, which I cut slightly smaller than the denim pieces. The reinforcement gives structure to the finished product and keeps the charging station straight.
Fasten the pieces together with pins and clips and sew around the edges.
Step 5 – Finish the edges
Finish the edges with bias tape. The edges can also be left unfinished, but careful finishing makes the product durable and gives it a professional and neater look.
Step 6 - Hanging loop
Add a hanging loop. This can be made from denim fabric, string, leather cord, or bias tape.
Sew the hanging loop to the top.
Done!
Your phone organizer is now ready to use.
The pocket fits a phone for charging, and the charging organizer helps keep the charging area tidy. The same idea also works for headphones, chargers, notebooks, or other small items.
Why you should do this project
- Old jeans get a new life.
- The project is suitable for beginners.
- Each organizer will be unique.
- An excellent gift idea.
- A practical product for everyday use.