DIY HEADPHONE COVERS || How To Recover Headphones

[@RosieCarl]

In one of your previous videos you mentioned that you work with middle-school age kids. As I watched you do this project, I thought that this is exactly the kind of project that would teach kids how to think through a problem and come up with a solution using materials readily at hand. This is a type of problem solving that many students are never faced with- but to really prepare students for real- life, this is what they need. I have been binge-watching a number of your videos, and I have been really enjoying them- you are so down-to-earth. Thanks for sharing your talents!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks so much Rosie! ❤️

[@diudalidion1744]

Thank you!!!!! I searched and searched for somethibg like this, you rock!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Awe thank you! Happy to help!

[@PlanetZipp]

I have 2 pairs of Bluetooth headphones to have a back up when the first pair battery runs out. They work just fine but the original faux stretch leather is pealing and all over my face like you said. This pattern/ process is perfect.

[@hannahholmes5861]

There's not many tutorials on making these and it's hard to find anywhere that makes them. They're usually crazy prices too! I'm fixing up my old bose headphones. I've got some new headphones ear cushions and I want to keep them clean and sweat free from the gym. Just order my fabric and can't wait to try this!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Yes! Being able to toss these in the wash has been great. Happy sewing❤️

[@LHP74D3]

Thank you for the video, I'm like you I used my headset so much until the cover breaks apart, but the headset still works well. This video is my life saver.

[@StephanieRubletz]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching!

[@lavadaroufs]

Loved the video and the idea - sometimes I thought I was the only fix-it-upper! We are a throw away generation trying (by some) to claw our way out of wastefull spending. Thanks, Stephanie

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks so much for watching Lavada❤️

[@leelulady2010]

Not only are these functional, but you could use pretty scraps to make these stylish. Perfect for music & gaming game!

[@gemmaf_]

This is EXACTLY what I've been thinking of doing for mine, but I'm not good at sewing, so couldn't quite get my head around the details. I'm fed up of the disintegrating fake leather all in my hair and stuck to my skin too. 😜 Not sure what fabric I have. Maybe a couple of layers of an old t-shirt would work.

[@StephanieRubletz]

An old t-shirt would totally work. And it's such a small amount of fabric that one shirt will give you plenty of fabric if you need a couple tries. Good luck!

[@haligonia9563]

Took me three evenings of TV watching to figure out the 'black crud' on my face. Duh! Thanks for the video. I will make immediately.

[@mouse.in.my.pocket]

This was a great video. It's exactly what I was looking for. Can't wait to look at your channel and see what other stuff you've got.

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks fort watching❤️

[@shebamoos]

I just remembered I had an old pair of Beats (they are plug in) and they still work but they have completely peeled. Thanks for making this video!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Nice! Happy sewing❤️

[@azrani2023]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm definitely going to try this. I felt tremendous relief at learning that I wasn't the only person on the planet that this happens to (including the flaking on cheeks and ears, which bugs me particularly when arriving at my workplace - I always wear my headphones on my way to work and it sucks so much having to hurry to the bathroom before meeting anyone 'cause there could be black stuff visible everywhere haha). Also, I really like your laidback, friendly, optimistic attitude! Thank you!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks so much! Yeah those flakes are the worst! Happy sewing!

[@azrani2023]

@@StephanieRubletz it worked! Thank you so much! Used a plaid woven fabric that fits my brown headphones very nicely now!

[@plantpowered269]

I cannot believe my eyes! What are the chances that there are someone on the KZbin who wants to make a DIY cover for exactly my model of headphones??!! I am also a zero-waste, so the idea of ordering the replacement earpad covers from the Evil Corp Amazon and get them delivered across the world was tearing my heart apart. I will try it for sure! But I am committed to use natural fabrics, like hemp or bamboo, so maybe I will need to add more seam allowances, or something

[@StephanieRubletz]

That's so great! I prefer all natural fabrics for most things as well. The fabric I used was a bamboo terry so it's the knit weave that makes it stretch. I've also made t-shirts out of linen knit. So there are definitely all natural options with a body of stretch. That said, yes, you could totally use a woven fabric and add extra ease. Happy sewing!!

[@StephanieRubletz]

I should also add that cotton jersey would work too so these are a good opportunity to reuse an old t-shirt

[@Escape10mom]

What a great idea. I'll have to keep this in mind for my son's headphones! Thanks for posting!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks so much❤️

[@gyrpie]

Thanks for this. Just made them this morning and they are working out great!!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Awesome! Thanks for watching 😁

[@tracyfrost]

Great idea, I tried to fix my sons headphones with a stocking. Will definitely try your idea.

[@StephanieRubletz]

That was some creative thinking!

[@saherimranart]

Gonna use my daughter's old clothes with fun prints (which were damaged /torn at the knees and were probably one spill away from being mini mops) for multiple covers 🎉

[@StephanieRubletz]

That's a great idea!

[@laurawhittaker7217]

Thank you! This is exactly what I needed! I will be making some covers for my Bose! 😎

[@StephanieRubletz]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@CruiseTom-rz8qu]

I used a sock and created a cover. It's far less hassle and tied it with a rubber band(i was lazy to stitch it up).

[@brandifaith3410]

Great quick video! I’ve got an awesome pair of headphones and the pleather is flaking off like crazy and, yes… leaving material on my face. I notice that the width of the plastic base behind the cushion on these headphones really taper down which allows for the elastic to stay snug over it. On my headphones the plastic base is almost the same width as the headphone cushion. I was wondering if these covers come off on you while you’re using them or taking them off at all?

[@StephanieRubletz]

Oh good question, no I've never had mine so off at all! Thanks for watching♥️

[@condorX2]

Nice tutorial. I just use the easy way. Cut off my old T shirt sleeves and tie it together with a string. I picked the thinness t shirt that's breathable. I wash it when it get dirty. 😁

[@StephanieRubletz]

Nice tip! Thanks!

[@hobsignrho]

Yes.Thank you for this. I saw a couple more tutorials, with full covers that went over the recess in the middle. I am now going to try your method, by hand, on my old over ear cushions. The company just replaced my set, and sent them with some other persons' used ear cushions. >:-( One smells like sour sweat, the other like cigarettes.🤢

[@StephanieRubletz]

Ewe, sorry to hear about your experience. Yes these should help😊! Thanks for watching!

[@user-nq8yx9og3v]

Wao nice.. love from India

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thank you❤️

[@blengblong01712]

what headphone model are you using in this video?

[@anjaneya3654]

Great video! Is there a way to replace the fabric for the headband part of the headphones? I purchased replacement ear cushions. But cannot find any solution for the headband fabric.

[@StephanieRubletz]

Oh good question. I don't know about replacing it but I suppose you could cover it. Maybe stitch to the one that's already there. I'm going to have to think on that one

[@azrani2023]

Hi there, I repaired or rather protected the headband part from falling apart by using a rectangle piece of fabric and sewing it shut around the headband (never to be taken off again 😀). I put elastics in both of the sides of the fabric rectangle before, so that the protective piece fits snugly around the headband and doesn't budge. In case you will read this, I hope this will be of help to you.

[@maricelp116]

Found this video today. Can you make cover for the headphone band?

[@sandimcp]

Thank you so much. This is inspiring and I will try this. 🙂

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks so much! Happy sewing❤️

[@sandimcp]

@@StephanieRubletz I did it! 😊😊😊My headset situation was a little different because mine didn't have the whole spongy bit so it had always hurt my ears. What I did was get the spongy bits off another headset that was comfortable but had no cover and no longer worked, and then I made a cover for it using fabric from an old pair of shorts. I made an insert inside the cover to hold the sponge in place. Then I used the elastics from the face masks to secure it. I made a channel around it to run the elastic and it isn't perfect but it works and I'm so very proud. Thanks for the inspiration. I was so happy doing it and now I'm so happy using my headset again. 😊😊😊 Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@StephanieRubletz]

That's so amazing! You are so resourceful!

[@jstevo1349]

how does it affect the tuning? do you lose much bass with this?

[@StephanieRubletz]

No not at all, there is a hole at the speaker so there is no interference. Thanks for watching❤️

[@rampanttricky17]

Yay, mending rather than replacing!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks Steve!

[@dream_023]

Thanks!

[@StephanieRubletz]

Thanks for watching!

[@anessaharris9947]

😃

[@ge2719]

just think of all the headphones across the world that are being thrown away, all because companies ar euisng a "vegan" leather that ends up doing this after a few years. while real leather would last indefinitely.

[@StephanieRubletz]

Planned obsolescence is definitely a big problem! Thanks for watching😁

[@romysv]

I need to try this, I ahve two pais of over ear headphones I want to still be able to use. I'm not good at seeing but I guess maybe practise makes perfect? Thank you for sharing

[@StephanieRubletz]

Give it a go! I think this could be a good beginner project. Good luck!