I’ll just come right out and admit it; I love accessories, almost as much as whatever it is I am accessorizing. This week I got it into my head that I want to carry my Nintendo DS Lite (a white one) in a stylish case, so that it is a bit protected and looks a bit less like a children’s toy. I love original handmade stuff, and also import stuff that is not so common here, so I looked and looked and looked around the net, and here is what I found:
First stop: Etsy, the online marketplace of handmade goods by extremely talented crafters. There are several sellers here that sell some great cases, some with customization options.
Angeliz makes these cute DS cases which have room for your DS (Phat, Lite or i) and 6 games. The case is made of two different fabrics and closes with Velcro. The price is $22,00.
SiamSquare makes a more purse like case, with a handle. This case also has room for a DS (Lite or i) and 6 games, though in this case the games are stored inside the case. Three different fabric designs are used, and the case closes with Velcro. Price is $28,00 and customization options (fabric choices) are available.
Janis13 makes a very different case, this felt Gameboy pouch. It is the color and size of an old school b/w Gameboy, and fits a DS (Lite, i) very nicely. Other colors are also available. This pouch, which closes with a zipper, can also be made for the DS Phat for an extra $2. The price for this great and original case is $14,00.
SmileRecipe makes these cute Gadget Travel Cases that fit a DS (Lite, i) and 4 games perfectly. The fabric is from Japan, and she has some lovely unique cases up for sale. The cases close with Velcro, and cost $15,00.
Little Mary Moo makes this cute case from denim. It fits a DS (Lite, maybe i) quite snugly. It closes with velcro, and costs $13,00.
Dawanda is like Etsy, but aimed at the European market. There are a lot less sellers, but one really stands out, and that is:
Liflette makes these gorgeous DS covers for the DS lite and i, with room for six games in the case and a gorgeous leather wrap-around closing. If it weren’t white I would’ve gotten it! They sell for €19,50.
Of course, not only crafters make beautiful cases, so do professional companies. Especially Japan has many beautiful and unique cases, which are unfortunately hard to get here. A selection:
Fabrix is a professional company that makes all it’s products by hand. They sell (amongst iPhone, iPod, camera and laptop sleeves) a pouch for the DS lite and DSi in various fabric choices. The case has room for two games and a Velcro closing. It sells for $28,90.
Vis-a-vis, a Japanese company, makes this beautiful case made from kimono fabric. It slips onto your DS Lite, and can be left on while playing. They released it in 2007, and though it seems they are still selling it, I have not been able to find anyplace that sells it and ships it internationally (on a site I can understand). If anyone does, please let me know!
Kakai makes this simple canvas cover that attaches to your DS lite, and stays on during play. It doesn’t offer much protection, but it does help to individualize your DS. $8,99 at Renchi.
Keys Factory makes this faux-leather cover for the DS. Like the previous two covers, it attached to your DS lite to stay on during play. The only thing I find dubious about this case is that you are supposed to stick it to your DS with adhesive pads. As I like to switch cases now and then, this seems like bad solution, especially compared to the Vis-a-Vis case. $19,40 at Renchi.
Well, that’s about the best case I could find after browsing the web. If you know of any more, do not hesitate to let me know!
