Duct Tape No-Sew Tote

Make this beautiful bag with absolutely NO SEWING!!! It's no joke!
This instructable takes duct-tape wallets to the next level.
Are you ready?

Step 1 Materials

You'll need:

• Fabric - something a bit sturdy works better. I used a donation scrap of what I think was upholstery fabric. I made the bag as big as the scrap would allow, which turned out to be 10"x18"
• Duct tape - get a color you like to coordinate with your fabric. This was my first go, so I just used what was around. The next one will get something fancy!
• Scissors to cut your fabric
• Stapler + staples (oh yes)
• *Optional (but awesome) - two tiny strong magnets

Comments

[crzychique]

I made a larger version totebag approximately 2x the size and the results turned out pretty good considering it was my first instructable project.

[scoochmaroo]

Sweet!!! I love it!

[alix-cool]

I love this! I tried it, it was so handy cos i dont have a sewing machine- thanks for the idea!!

[scoochmaroo]

Awesome!

[piccolo1979]

Finally had a bit of time on my hands & gave this one a go. I must say I am very happy with the way it turned out. The big red & black bag was made last night along with it’s matching zipper pouch(used your no sew zipper pouch ‘ible for it). Then today I got really inspired & made the matching card holder from another one of your no sew duct tape ‘ibles(1st attempt was too small, so I turned it into a contact lens case holder). I also made the skull bag today. Love your instructibles! :)

[scoochmaroo]

So Awesome!!! Great work!

[masynmachien]

Hi, thanks for this great Ible!
I made one for my good friend Kleenie's birthday. I added some duct tape roses (she's very fond of red roses). I wrapped the roses on some M3 nuts mounted on a bolt, removed the bolt and cut a flat bottom end to each rose. Then I attached each rose to the back of a snap fastener half with the bolt. I put in a washer in between an carefully added a drop of superglue to lock the thread and add strength to the attachment.

[scoochmaroo]

Wow. Awesome work!

[isandy]

This is what I made for tote bag and zipper pouch with scrap fabric. Will do the wallet card next weekend. Thank you for this instruction. By the way, I mentioned your instruction on this http://tiniminimu.blogspot.com/2011/07/duct-tape-no-sew-tote-bag-zipper-pouch.html

[scoochmaroo]

Gorgeous!!! Really well done. I'm glad you had success with it!

[bitsy113]

OMG, I'm so inspired!! AWSOME PROJECT!! I can't wait to show my daughter she's been bugging me to buy her some colored or patterned duct tape, now I have a reason to get some. We both like projects, hopefully we can try it this weekend!! I have one of those "as seen on tv" kangaroo pouches to keep all my stuff in when I switch purses, it should fit perfectly in one of these!! Thanks so much for the cool ibble!!

[curlyFSU]

Thanks for such a fun project. Here is my first attempt and I think I will try to make it in different sizes for my mom and sister.

[jennie92248]

WOW! I have never thought of making that! I will have to try it sometime. =)

[porcupinemamma]

Fab-U-Lous ! ! would also love toknow how to make the duct tape roses

[isandy]

This rocks! Will try to make one this week. Thanks to share the instruction here! Will read the zipped version too!

[md4v3]

This is sooo cute. Imma try to make this one. Thanks!!!

[tking-3]

This is really awesome!! I think I will make a few for different days of the week :) Thanks so much for sharing.

[GIHODGE]

Tried this for the first time last night. Used an old pin stripe twin sheet and made a huge beach bag. Took it to work today and everyone wants one now. thanks for the awesom instructions! I think I will make smaller ones for a Relay For Life Fundraiser.

[scoochmaroo]

Fantastic! It would be awesome if you could share some pictures too.

[terriann]

I can imagine modifying the dimensions and shape of this and making an awesome trash can for a bedroom. The duct tape can be wiped down but the fabric is much more lovely than a rubber bin!

[Alberta Leong]

I really like this eco tote bag idea. will try crafting one soon! :)

[WickedSpindle]

I love the term "party" side for the right side of the fabric. So adorable.

[cheese10]

This is a GREAT idea! One question: Is there any way you can think of to add a pocket or two on the inside? Just curious. Thanks!

[scoochmaroo]

aww, yeah. I was thinking the same thing.
Stay tuned for more duct tape instructables, with pockets coming soon!

spoiler alert
the next one uses a zipper! subscribe to me to stay on the cutting edge!

[southbaysue]

awesomeness!!

How do I subscribe to you?

I'm going to make one of those today and post a pic...my very first ible!

sue

[scoochmaroo]

Sweet!
You can subscribe by clicking the button next to my picture where the rating stars are. Can't wait to see your pics!

[southbaysue]

i'm sorry, but i can't see the rating stars...i see your pic, and a hand with '114' where i hover and see some stats, but no stars!

this is strange...usually i'm asking for help because i AM seeing stars...hmmmm

[acexkeikai]

Yes please do one with a zipper. I think it's also a GREAT mother's day's gift... I didn't know what to get for my mother now I know THANKS!

[scoochmaroo]

Check it out!
http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Duct-Tape-Zipper-Pouch/

[acexkeikai]

thank you very much :)

[donteatsoap7]

Thank you, so much. I could not think of a gift for my friend for Christmas. Now I have the best idea!!

[b1russell]

Oh, cool, Scooch!  A tote to put the No-Sew Duct Tape Zippered Pouch IN.  Why didn't I think of that?  Love it!

[_chink_]

When I first opened this instructable I was thinking it was going to be more of the same, not that I don't LOVE LOVE LOVE duct tape and everything you can do with it, this instructable had some ideas i hadn't seen before, not to mention a pretty cool final product. Can't wait to try it, i don't think I've seen the staples used with the duct tape before and would never have thought of it myself.

[amnesia92]

these ideas of yours are amazing, im going to try some out and so are some friends.

[bonnmom]

I wanted to make a tote out of the Capri Sun juice bags that I've seen. Do you think there is a way to use duct tape with that project instead of fabric? I don't sew at all. Thanks

[scoochmaroo]

I think that's a great idea! I definitely think it willw ork

[annaharris]

hallelujah. now I really CAN throw my sewing machine over the balcony and not regret it. you have solved everything that is bad about duct-tape purses and bags. thank you.

[scoochmaroo]

Glad I could help!
(i'll send you my address if you *really* need to never see your machine again!)

[crak-a-bottle]

wow thats really cool. ive seen loads of tote tutorials but most of them are sewing ones. and since i simply cant hand sew and me using a sewing machine is against health and safety laws, i normally cant do them however this is excellent! i <3 duct tape 4eva :P

[goldenskyz]

I just made this! Thank you very much, I am beginning to understand the true power of duct tape...whoa. Don't be afraid to get the full 1/2 inch when doing the corners, I was going for a more square edge by going a little shallow with the staples but I think I like the rounded edge better.