Duct Tape Jewelry

October 28, 2013 in Creations by Anna

Duct tape jewelry is cheap, durable, and a fun accessory! When I was busy making the duct tape pirate sword and eye patch and the duct tape superhero cape and cuffs, I thought I should do something else that’s fun too. So, here it is!

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How to Make Duct Tape Jewelry

Materials

Toilet Paper Rolls

Scissors

Variety of Duct Tape

Variety of Craft Beads

Clear or Masking Tape

Hot Glue Gun

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Here’s how I made the duct tape ring.

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I decided how wide I wanted the band to be and then cut that off the top of one of the toilet paper rolls. I also cut along the long side of the toilet paper roll. Then, I took the small strip and placed it around my finger to size it. Once sized, I secured it with clear tape.

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Then, I covered the ring with duct tape. What girl would refuse a gold ring?

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Finally, I used a hot glue gun to adhere a craft bead, adding a bit of bling.

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Now, let’s make some duct tape bracelets!

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For the thick bracelets, I started by measuring the width of the duct tape (which was 2 inches wide) and then from the ends of the toilet paper roll, I measured just shy of that. I made my marks at those points (which were 1 3/4 inches from the ends).

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I cut along my measured points and tossed the tiny portion from the middle. Then I cut the larger rings, so they would be able to wrap around my wrists.

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Since I measured at the beginning, I could wrap a smooth exterior on the bracelet. I unraveled part of the duct tape and then layed the bracelet right over it. I adhered the tape to the roll from end to end. Then I rolled the tiny sides around the edges.

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Then, I duct taped the insides of the bracelets, but I guess you could skip that step if you wanted to.

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I also made some thinner bracelets. I cut one toilet paper roll into four pieces.

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Then, I wrapped them with duct tape. Here you can see an option for October and an option for February. I’m sure you could find something for every month of the year.

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Have fun creating your own duct tape jewelry!

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If you want to try some fancier jewelry, you might like these three duct tape necklaces from Creme de la Craft.

What is your favorite item to make with duct tape?