Leather cord keepers

What you'll need

Materials

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1 piece of leather or faux leather, about 8 by 10 inFind it →
6 sets of snap fasteners with setting toolFind it →

Tools

Sharp scissors or a rotary cutterFind it →
RulerFind it →
HammerFind it →
Hole punchFind it →

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How to make it

Safety

Hammer on a hard surface like concrete or a cutting board, and keep fingers off the setting tool.

1
Cut the strips
Cut 6 strips, each 1 in wide and 4 in long. Round the corners with scissors.
2
Punch the holes
Punch a hole 1/2 in from each end.
3
Set 1 half of the snap
Push the cap through 1 hole from the front. Put the socket on the back and tap it with the setting tool.
4
Set the other half
Repeat on the other end with the stud piece. Make sure it faces the opposite way so they meet.
5
Test it
Wrap a cord and snap it shut. It should click.

Edie's tip

Stamp initials on before setting the snaps. Personalized ones sell for more.

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