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How to Make a Duct-Tape Wallet

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Duct tape comes in 2-inch-wide rolls and is available in many colors. Here’s how to use some to make this handy duct-tape wallet that will last for years.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE A DUCT-TAPE WALLET

  • Duct tape
  • Ruler
  • Scissors or utility knife

WHAT YOU’LL DO TO MAKE A DUCT-TAPE WALLET

Step 1: Cut four strips of duct tape, each 9″ long. With the adhesive side up, stick the duct-tape strips to one another in a row, with a 14” overlap.

Step 2: Make a second sheet. Carefully stick the adhesive sides of the two duct-tape sheets together, lining up the edges.

Step 3: Cut another 9″ strip of duct tape. Use a utility knife or scissors to make a small cut in the center of one end of the duct tape. Tear the strip into two straight 1″ strips.

Step 4: Fold and adhere the 1″ duct-tape strips to the 9″ ends of the sheet. This will make a smooth, clean finished edge.

Step 5: Using the scissors or utility knife, trim the sides of the sheet, making it 8 1/2″ wide.

Step 6: Fold the sheet in half.

Step 7: Tear two 1″ x 4″ duct-tape strips and attach one to each end. Fold them over the sides of the wallet, and trim the excess.

Step 8: To make a smaller pocket for cards, cut two strips of tape each 5″ long and stick the two pieces (adhesive sides) together.

Step 9: Fold and adhere a 1″ strip onto the 5″ edge. Trim the pocket to 4″ long.

Step 10: Using 1⁄2″ strips of duct tape, stick the pocket in place as shown above. Trim the strips flush.

Your duct-tape wallet is complete!


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10 Comments on How to Make a Duct-Tape Wallet

  1. it keeps opening

  2. Drew the Dude // April 23, 2015 at 6:55 pm // Reply

    sounds fun I think I’ll try it.

  3. Drew the Dude // April 23, 2015 at 6:54 pm // Reply

    Sounds fun! I think I’ll try it.

  4. EG Cub Scout // April 23, 2015 at 3:35 pm // Reply

    I already have a wallet made of lether

  5. It was so much fun and I learned so much!

  6. It was so much fun

  7. It wasn’t that hard and i’m quite please with the result

  8. I’m going to make one if I can

  9. It worked good and my sister made one just like mine

  10. it worked well but it was very hard to stick the 2 main pieces together :/

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