Introduction: Tyvek Wallet - Smaller, Simpler, and Way Better!
This wallet is small (slightly longer than a dollar bill when open and not much bigger than a credit card when closed). It has velcro so it will stay closed even if you throw it in a bag. I made some of the other options out there but they were all either too big or my cards fell out. You can make this as a bifold (just leave out the velcro). And... it turns out that you will only need an 8.5" x 11" sheet of tyvek so before you start make it out of paper to work out the kinks.
Supplies
You will need:
- Tyvek (a single 8.5"x11" sheet - I used an envelope that I slit open) - reuse an envelope that has already gone through the mail.
- Scissors
- Exacto knife (or utility knife)
- metal ruler (or regular ruler)
- superglue (or double sided tape such as carpet tape)
- sticky back velcro
- credit cards or business cards (to get the dimensions of your wallet right)
Also - most important is that your sheet is 11" tall. It can be wider than 8.5" - there is no need to cut the width yet.
Step 1: Fold Your Sheet
Fold down the center and then into thirds. I left the envelope flap for fun - you can cut it off.
Step 2: Cut the Card Opening
The card opening goes in the center. I chose this shape but you could do a circle, etc. Dont forget to unfold before cutting and cut on an old magazine or cutting board.
Step 3: Put Cards in One Side and Trim to Size
Make a fold where the edge of the wallet will be and add a little (1/4" to 1/2" for the gluing strip). Cut on the edge of the gluing strip (If this is not making sense practice on a peice of regular paper)
Step 4: Glue the First Side
I wanted to maximize the size of the bill holding area so did this fancy gluing job. You dont need to - you can just glue it all together. Get creative! I used superglue but I think strong double sided tape will also work.
Step 5: Put All Your Cards in and Some Money and Fold It Up
Mark where your folds are and add the velcro. Your wallet is almost done.
Step 6: Add a Gluing Strip to the Velcro Side and Repeat the Gluing Technique From Step 4.
Step 7: Decorate!
Once your wallet is done you can decorate it. Ink works pretty well on tyvek. So do permanent markers. Enjoy your new amazing wallet.