We’ve shown you how to declutter your cords with all sorts of handy gadgets and clever tricks, but what about simply making those weathered old cords a little better looking when they’re out and about? As much as we love the pristine white minimalism of Apple’s cords and chargers, they can look a little tired after not too long. Here are 11 DIY ways to make your cords way cuter.
11 Clever Ways to Cover Your Cords

By Anjelika TempleMay 29, 2013
Anjelika Temple
As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.
We’ve shown you how to declutter your cords with all sorts of handy gadgets and clever tricks, but what about simply making those weathered old cords a little better looking when they’re out and about? As much as we love the pristine white minimalism of Apple’s cords and chargers, they can look a little tired after not too long. Here are 11 DIY ways to make your cords way cuter.
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