How to Make a Duct Tape Wrist Band

A quick rainy day project for anyone age 6 to 60 is to make a duct tape wrist band. Before you scoff at wearing gray accessories, be aware that duct tape is available in a variety of primary and pastel colors. Whether you're a duct tape fashionista or simply in need of some extra wrist support, a duct tape wrist band can be just the answer you're looking for.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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1. Wrap a measuring tape around your wrist. Tighten as necessary to size your wrist band. For example, to use as a wrist support, you'll want a firm but not tight fit. To use as a bracelet, you'll want a more loose fit. Take note of the measurement.

2. Measure a piece of duct tape 1 inch longer than the desired length for the wrist band. Cut the duct tape.

3. Lay the band on a countertop sticky side up. Cut a notch ½ inch by ½ inch out of the upper left corner of the tape. Move to the opposite end and cut another ½ inch by ½ inch notch out of the lower right corner of tape.

4. Fold the duct tape in half lengthwise. A small tab will stick out on each end. Smooth all wrinkles and air bubbles out of the tape.

5. Wrap the wrist band around your wrist. Attach the tabs to the band to secure it in place.

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6. Follow Steps 1 to 2 in Section 1.

7. Measure and cut a second piece that is 1 inch shorter than the first.

8. Center the second piece of duct tape over the first and stick them together; sticky side to sticky side. You will have ½ inch of overlap on each end.

9. Cut ½ inch by ½ inch notches out of both the upper left and lower right corners of duct tape.

10. Lay your wrist atop the band. Pull the ends together and attach by sticking the end tabs to the non-stick surface of the wrist band.