Introduction: Makedo Laptop Stand
Build a cardboard laptop stand that keeps all the cables in place with no tangles. A must for everyone with a laptop. All you need is a box and Makedo re-pins and re-clips available at mymakedo.com.
This instructable was designed by Tanaka Satoshi, Makedo's master maker in Japan.
This instructable was designed by Tanaka Satoshi, Makedo's master maker in Japan.
Step 1: Find
Source a cardboard box that is wide enough to sit your laptop on.
Step 2: Score/cut
Begin by placing the box on its side. Use the point end of the Makedo safe-saw and score from one corner of the box to the opposite corner.
Cut a hook shape just before the bottom corner to prevent your laptop from slipping.
Cut a hook shape just before the bottom corner to prevent your laptop from slipping.
Step 3: Fold
Fold inwards along the creased line.
Turn the box over and repeat on the other side.
Turn the box over and repeat on the other side.
Step 4: Fold
Fold the top flap to follow the slope of the
hook shape. Carefully place your laptop on the angled surface to ensure that it rests firmly without slipping off.
hook shape. Carefully place your laptop on the angled surface to ensure that it rests firmly without slipping off.
Step 5: Punch
Use the Makedo safe-saw and punch four holes through the flaps of the cardboard.
Step 6: Connect
Connect using Makedo pins and clips shown in the image.
Step 7: Build
To create a cable tidy slot, simply attach an extra piece of cardboard to the side of the stand and use the Makedo pin and clip to hold it in to place.
Step 8: Share
Your Makedo laptop stand is complete. Don’t forget to share and upload your creation to mymakedo.com.