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Why make a duct tape wallet?

You're here because you're a maker. You're not content unless your designing / inventing / engineering. You like the stuff you buy, but you don't own it unless you made it. You tinker, therefore you are.

Duct tape can be sticky, but it has a pop culture appeal that is undeniable. People will notice your duct tape wallet - it's guaranteed.

Use them for inexpensive Christmas or birthday presents. You can even sell them on the Internet.

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Buy Duct Tape

3M Brand

Great quality, ok color selection.
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Duck Brand

Ok quality, great color selection.
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Duct Tape Wallet Instructions

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How to Make a Duct Tape Wallet
Start here. It's a very basic duct tape wallet tutorial.
Instructions and PDF Document to Make a Wallet Out of Tape
Make Magazine offers very in-depth instruction as well as templates.
How to Make a Colored Duct Tape Wallet
With awesome pockets!
OhGizmo Review - db clay myDuctbills Kit
Check out the pictures for a revealing look at how this kit is constructed.
Quality Duct Tape Wallet with (optional) Change Pouch
An Instructables article with clever pockets.

Video Tutorials

How To Make A Duct Tape Wallet 2.0 by Forrest Trenaman

This is the best video tutorial I've ever seen. It's long, but it's good. Get the template here.

Part 1 - The Billfold
This video discusses (1) making duct tape material, (2) cutting out the pieces, and (3) making the big pocket for the bills.

Part 2 - Credit Card Pockets
Watch part 1 first. This video discusses (1) making the credit card pockets and (2) making the driver license ID window.

Part 3 - Bringing It All Together
This video discusses (1) attaching the credit card pockets and driver license to the billfold and (2) finishing the wallet
How To Make A Duct Tape Wallet 2.0 - Part 1 - HD
by forresttrenaman | video info

1,033 ratings | 249,111 views
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Decorating a Duct Tape Wallet

The Fun Part

Here is just one way to decorate a duct tape wallet. Don't limit yourself to colored duct tape. Try spray paint. Or take a printout and cover it with clear duct tape. Be creative!
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Where to Buy a Duct Tape Wallet

Because you deserve a shortcut

Spider-Man Duct Tape WalletIf you're going to buy a duct tape wallet, get a real duct tape wallet made by a real person. Start by search for "duct tape wallet" on Etsy. Here are my favorite sellers:If you don't want real duct tape, there's always Ducti. I get it - you want the awesome without the stick. I'm not judging you, but the word "poser" comes to mind. For the sake of completeness, I've included my favorite Ducti Wallets below.

Real Duct Tape Wallets on Ebay

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Ducti on Amazon

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