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Duct Tape Wallet/Sleeve

Duct Tape Wallet/Sleeve
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Well, first instructable. So I saw this contest, and I decided to try something new, not sure if it qualifies as a wallet, but it holds money and pens. There are already so many attempts at normal bifold duct tape wallets, so I decided not to show how I make mine. (They're pretty nice)

I made this in about 30 minutes just to get the idea out there. It needs a lot of finishing work, I went pretty fast and sloppy, but if people think its a good idea, I'll try to work out the kinks and make a high-quality version.

I decided sometimes, wallets are too bulky, and I always need to use pens, but i get stabbed when I put them in my pants pockets. (I don't use chest pockets or pocket protectors.... not my style)

All you need is duct tape, a couple rubber bands, velcro, and a knife.

When you're done, you'll have a place to discreetly place your money and your pens. The sleeve can easily be hidden under the sleeve of a jacket.

Anyways, lets start... If any of my instructions seem vague, I highly suggest you look at the picture steps, they're way more clear.

I'm open to any suggestions.
 
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Step 1Materials

Materials
Here's what you'll need:
-duct tape
-velcro
-rubber bands
-some sort of blade
-dollar bill
-pens
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18 comments
Mar 12, 2010. 8:48 PMmikevanky says:
 Ductape dose not breathe well, I could see that getting sweaty very quickly.  haha But interesting design. Its an original.
Mar 7, 2010. 10:39 AMFosterB says:
This really pointless.Would you were this in public?
Aug 7, 2009. 1:33 PMsharlston says:
woaa thats well good,neat design -sharlston
Mar 25, 2009. 4:55 PMBellaStella7 says:
lol i'm sorry.. this is dumb and seemed you just made it so you could enter the contest..
Apr 26, 2007. 3:27 PMclimber_geek says:
Seems to me like more of a "arm-mounted pocket protector" than a wallet.
Mar 25, 2009. 4:53 PMBellaStella7 says:
hahaha! yup...
Feb 1, 2009. 3:25 PMBright Shadow says:
I think I'd rather stick it on my leg, but that would be pretty weird... reaching up your pant leg in public... OOH. XD
Jan 27, 2009. 9:57 AMfanana37 says:
Wouldn't it be easier and just as effective to just put a rubber band around your arm and then put the money and stuff under it -- no duct tape involved?
Jan 8, 2009. 12:57 PMEeeeeeeeeekz says:
great idea, but something should go on the end of the money bills otherwise it would be fairly easy to snatch it away from you, or even better, have a layer over the bills so others don't notice all that money your carrying around
Apr 26, 2007. 10:33 AMDzwiedziu says:
This "wallet" makes me think "gawd... ductape again..." and it looks quite ugly. Also the bills are not covered in any way. Combining it with the looks makes it a "use only longsleeve clothing". But the idea is great. It just needs improvements. As for the "totally unrelated": there too good looking to be made from duct tape... But as for me I would be interested in the details like the buisness card dispenser.
Jan 5, 2009. 4:13 PMthatfatkid500 says:
You used the wrong word!! HAHA! there too good looking to be made from duct tape... That should be they're
Oct 20, 2008. 12:34 PMmaharg20 says:
NERD
Aug 21, 2008. 3:55 AMtubbychick3n says:
why not just tape money to your thigh? i doubt any pickpocket could get to that without you noticing.
May 25, 2008. 10:34 PMrandomguy96 says:
you could make tis for your leg too.
Jun 17, 2007. 1:31 AMbluerebel93 says:
ummmmmm what the ______?
May 4, 2007. 3:31 PMberky93 says:
"Excuse me, sir that I assume isnt a pickpocket, would you mind not taking any of my easy-to-obtain valuables from me as i do something else?"
Apr 27, 2007. 2:01 PMtomonto says:
when you wear this do people like...i dont know....beat you up
Apr 27, 2007. 9:53 AMranex says:
well if money is power i think you reinvented the power glove- lol - i dont think it that practical if anyone can see you money- and it might look a little stange

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