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DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder

May 23, 2017 • Crafts, Decorating, DIY, Woodworking

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Knock the socks right off your man by surprising him with this stunningly simple DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder.  Or . . . send him straight to this tutorial to make one for himself!

Or for you.  (wink wink)

*Disclaimer:  This post is in partnership with JORD.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Our husband and wife conversations before we begin a project are always interesting in hindsight.

This one went something like this.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Me.  “Hey honey bun.  How would you like to make your own Father’s day gift for me?”

Him.  “What??”

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Me.  “Ya.  I’ve got this great idea for a DIY post, to showcase this incredible wood watch from JORD that I got ya, but you have to build me something for you before I give them to you for Father’s day.”

Him.  “Oh.  Okay . . .  I guess I’ve always wanted a nice watch.  Can I see it?”

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

This is the part where I can’t recall exaaaaaactly what he said, but I’m sure he was elated, and said something about me being the most incredible wife in the world and how I could ask for as many girls night outs as I ever wanted and he would be sure to be home to watch the kids whenever I needed him.  😉

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

And then I specifically remember his saying, “Can I wear the watch yet?”

And my oh-so-loving reply was . . . “Not until we take pictures”.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

So there you have it folks.  A typical DIY conversation at the Graham household.  The part you missed was when we were both actually really excited about this project, and had a great time brainstorming the perfect, minimalistic, super easy to make, beautiful cell phone stand and accessory holder.

It’s perfect for propping up a phone or other device, and keeping a wrist watch or glasses carefully close by.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Keep it at a desk where you work, or at the bedside for giving those items a place to rest as well.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

This whole project was really inspired by the incredibly beautiful 2 toned wood watch provided to us by JORD.

Take a look-see at the stunning Men’s and Women’s Wood Watches available to you.

My husbands favorite hobby of choice is woodworking, so it suits him well.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

I was so excited to gift him this beauty!  He always puts his wants below ours, and spoiling him a bit from time to time makes me incredibly happy!

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

I was even more excited to discover that JORD offers engraving options as well.  On his wedding ring I had the engraving “Eternity is You” done on the inside.  I thought it fitting to add the statement to this watch as well.  It reminds us of a lovely poem that means the world to us.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

He also loved the idea of building something to rest his new watch on beside his bed, as well as a tidy place to stash his phone.  He really got into the idea of designing something easy enough for women to make, and he is here to help us ensure the best results for this project.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

If you are hoping to spoil your man for Father’s day, a birthday, holiday . . . or any moment at all – surprise him with your newfound woodworking skills.

And perhaps he would even like a stunning Wood Watch from JORD.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

I have it on good authority that it’s the best watch he will ever own.

I’m also excited to share this awesome contest from JORD.  Every person who CLICKS HERE AND ENTERS will be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift code to use on the JORD website.  But get this . . . just for entering, you will all receive $25 towards any purchase on JORD.  But time is of the essence (pun intended) . . . so head over now because the contest will end on May 28th, 2017. 

Good luck!!


Let us now walk you through every step of the way to build a cell phone stand and accessory holder.  

Have no fear ladies.  You got this!

(INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO COMING VERY SOON!!)

Supplies:

  • Wood Glue
  • Wood clamp
  • 3 Wooden Dowel pieces, 2 at 5 inches and 1 at 2.5 inches
  • Piece of wood cut to the size you want, we went 1 inch bigger around than the iphone 6
  • Piece of the same wood cut 1/2 inch long and the same width as the larger piece
  • Drill with drill bit the same diameter as the dowel pieces (we used 3/8″)
  • Optional and not pictured, a small piece of wood to fit on the end of the smaller dowel piece.  Can be round or square.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

To mark where you want to drill the holes for the dowels, use the smaller piece of wood already cut, which was approximately 3/4 inch.  Line up the smaller piece with the bottom of the larger piece and use a pencil to mark.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Then line up the same piece of wood on the long side of the larger piece and mark a line so that the two lines cross.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Repeat on the other side.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Clamp the smaller piece to the front of the larger piece so that there is an 1/8 of an inch distance from the bottom of the large piece.  This will allow you to drill through the larger piece and into the smaller piece at the same time.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Drill the holes at approximately a 15 degree angle so that the drill bit enters the center of the smaller piece that is clamped in place.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

You don’t have to drill all the way into the smaller piece, just be sure you mark it with the drill bit so you know where to finish drilling those holes.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Using the marks made with the drill bit, finish drilling the holes in the smaller piece.  Only drill about halfway through the piece

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Insert the dowels in the larger piece so that they are sticking out about half an inch.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Dry fit the smaller piece onto the dowel ends.  The pieces should line up since they were drilled at the same time.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

If the fit is good, use glue to assemble the pieces as seen below.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

 

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

 

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Mark and drill a hole 3/4 of an inch down from the top and on the back of the large piece.  This hole needs to be drilled at approximately 25 degrees, you can stand the cell phone stand up and get an idea of what angle you need to hold a watch.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

Glue dowel into the hole.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

 

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

As an afterthought, we decided to add something to the end of the short dowel so we cut a small square of wood and drilled a hole in it so it would fit and glued it on.  These can be purchased if you prefer that route.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

 

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

A quick sanding to smooth any rough spots and you are done.

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

So does that look do-able?  Do you think you will give it a try?

Thanks so much for being here today!

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial!  I’d love it if you would share it with your friends!

DIY Cell Phone Stand and Accessory Holder - easy to make, wonderful to gift.


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  1. Jason Smither says

    April 26, 2019

    Very interesting and unique ideas! These are great tips!

    Reply
  2. Camille says

    September 29, 2018

    This is a really cool (and easy) project. But, there’s no space at the bottom for a cord to find through. At our house, the only time the phone would be on the stand is when it’s charging. I guess I could alter the small bottom piece to accomodate this but wondered if you all had already plugged in a modification in the plans?

    Thank you. I really like the simplicity if your blog, as well as your name: im also called cami 🙂

    Reply
  3. Betty says

    September 10, 2018

    Exceptionally valuable information.

    Reply
  4. Claudia says

    June 8, 2018

    Big piece! It’s a perfect pleasures to look over it. Congratulation! Well done! I’m waiting for much more messages.

    Reply
  5. Run 3 says

    May 25, 2018

    Does your husband make these to sell? Worth a shot! Thanks!

    Reply
  6. London says

    April 25, 2018

    I’m happy that I found this post, thanks so much!

    Reply
  7. Putlocker says

    December 7, 2017

    This is so great and I absolutely appreciate you sharing your experience.

    Reply
  8. wings io says

    September 27, 2017

    This post makes a lot of sense indeed and I appreciate the work

    Reply
  9. Phu My Ford says

    August 12, 2017

    thanks your post … i will share it with my friend

    Reply
  10. Laura says

    August 6, 2017

    Does your husband make these to sell? Worth a shot! Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Chevrolet Aveo says

    June 27, 2017

    So great !!! I’d love it if you would share it with your friends!

    Reply
  12. Table Sawz says

    June 12, 2017

    I like how the watch matches the phone holder, they look so perfect together. Definitely a great idea for a gift if you want something to give to your man. It looks to classic because of the wood. Thank you for the tutorial that even beginners will definitely find it easy to work on.

    Reply
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    May 29, 2017

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  14. Ans says

    May 27, 2017

    I’m immediately going to ask my man for a girls night out. I hope he will say yes, I’ve been a good girl. And thank you for making the tutorial so simple that even a woman can make it. So excited!

    Reply
  15. simplyhome says

    May 27, 2017

    Nice idea, i like the wooden stand.
    i have article for diy headphone stand

    Reply
  16. Cindy N. says

    May 26, 2017

    COOL. VERY COOL.
    THX !!

    Reply
  17. Nancy Sager says

    May 24, 2017

    Genius, thanks for such an easy to follow tutorial!

    Reply
  18. Shawnna Griffin says

    May 24, 2017

    hey girl- such a cool idea!

    Reply

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