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From Shoeboxes to Tech-Savvy: Repurpose Items into an iPad Charging Station

5 Apr 2023 5 mins to read
Have you ever been in the situation where all your devices are low on juice and you can't find your charger? This is where a charging station comes in handy. Instead of buying an expensive pre-made charging station, why not make one yourself? Repurposing items into a charging station is a fun and creative way to show off your tech-savvy skills.
From Shoeboxes to Tech-Savvy: Repurpose Items into an iPad Charging Station
Summary:

Plus, it's eco-friendly and saves you money. In this article, I will teach you how to repurpose an old shoebox and turn it into an iPad charging station.

Why Repurpose?

Do you have a pile of shoeboxes in your closet collecting dust? Repurposing items is a great way to breathe new life into something old. It's also sustainable and easy on the environment. By giving new purpose to an old item, you help keep it out of landfills and reduce waste.

How to Create an iPad Charging Station from an Old Shoebox

Creating a charging station from a shoebox is easy and can be done in a single afternoon. Here are the steps:

Materials:

  • Shoebox
  • Scissors
  • Glue gun and glue sticks
  • Roll of decorative washi tape
  • Power strip
  • iPad or other device cord

Instructions:

  1. Take the shoebox and cut out the side where you want to place the charging station.
  2. Use the glue gun to attach the power strip to the inside of the shoebox.
  3. Cut a small hole in the back of the shoebox for the power cord to go through.
  4. Use the washi tape to decorate the outside of the shoebox.
  5. Plug the power cord into the power strip and thread it out through the hole you created.
  6. Plug your device cord into the power strip and place your device into the box.
Voila! You now have a new, unique charging station.

Advantages of Repurposing an Item into a Charging Station

Besides being environmentally friendly and fun, creating a charging station has additional advantages such as:
  • Creativity: Turn an object you didn't use anymore into something unique, original, and functional.
  • Saves Money: Repurposing an item instead of buying it new saves you money.
  • Eco-Friendly: When you repurpose an item, you prevent it from going to waste, which helps to reduce landfill waste and ultimately benefits the environment.
  • Cleanliness: Instead of multiple cords cluttering your area, you can organize and streamline your charging area.

Conclusion

Repurposing items is an innovative way to use pieces you were about to throw away - and create something new out of them! The process is easy and leads to a unique, tech-savvy charging station. By redesigning and breathing new life into old items, we can all contribute to a more sustainable environment. So, let's get creative with those old shoeboxes and turn them into something beautiful and useful!"
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Could I put a cover on the shoebox charging station to protect it from dust and spills?

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Energy5 EV Charging solutions comprise a full range of end-to-end turnkey services for businesses. From permitting to incentive acquisition to installation, management software, and down-the-road maintenance, Energy5 streamlines the whole process every step of the way.
Address
300 W Somerdale Rd, Suite 5, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
Email address
hello@energy5.com
Phone number
(856) 412-4645