iNatural

It's no secret that cell phones have changed modern culture, and it's even less of a secret that the iPhone took over our changed culture.  It's an age of technology at all times, in which we rarely go more than half an hour without checking SOMETHING on our phones.  Whether looking at the weather, a word game, email, or any of the hundreds of apps we use, studies all over all telling us what we already know: we're addicted.

Does all this technological dependence make you feel a little out of touch with the actual world?  If so, we have an easy way to reconnect-- ensconce your iPhone in a handmade case of natural materials.  Etsy, always the powerhouse of DIY-everything, has a huge variety of beautiful cases.

Made of black walnut, this case made by seller "TWoodzing" is a popular choice.  It's about as plain as a case can be, and dark enough to not show any dirt.

Hearts, flowers, and... bamboo?  Seller "happybuying" combines those elements delicately.

Cuteness meets more cuteness in this case by seller "extrafinecreations." If you're concerned about the white factor, fear not: adorable options abound in other colors, too.

Can't decide between leather and felted wool?  Seller "TheNavis" has got you covered on both fronts.

A feminine touch meets a hippie aesthetic in this one-stop-shop of cell phone case/credit card holder/glasses case made of leather by seller "Chymiera."

Seller "TLCPouches" utilizes an assortment of linens in their handmade cases, also usable for iPods, money, or any other small portable items.