12 DIY phone cases that have you covered

 By 
Eitan Levine
 on 
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It's time for you to step up your cellphone case game.

Cellphones are only as good as their protective cases. You could own the newest iPhone or Galaxy S but that phone is a drop away from being a scratched-up pocket-piece until you lock it up with a case. Aside from duct taping your phone to your hand, having a protective case is your best option to make sure it lasts to your next upgrade.

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But cases are expensive, and duct tape is painful. How can you protect your phone (and your skin) when you spent all the money you have buying the device itself? Take your mobile's destiny in your own hands with these DIY cellphone cases.

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