Dazzling Duct Tape Designs. Fashionable Accessories, Adorable Décor, and Many More Creative Crafts You Make...

169 Pages·2012·6.52 MB·English

by  Tamara Boykins

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ISBN: 978-1-61243-154-3
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Foreword
It all began with a “Wicker” tote bag.
Tamara first contacted me to buy some of our Platypus Designer Duct Tape in May of 2011.
I am the product designer of this brand of duct tape and own the company that sells it.
Shortly after buying quite a few rolls she wrote to tell me that our “Wicker” patterned tape
was her new favorite. One of the reasons I started the Platypus line was to foster creativity,
and hearing testaments like this from our customers makes me happy.
Tamara also attached a photo of a tote that she’d made with the “Wicker” Designer Duct
Tape. When I opened the file, it seemed as if everything stopped. People use our tape for
many things, and I’d seen quite a few examples of crafts, but I’d never seen anything on this
level. Her design was stylish, unexpected, and crafted with a high-level of precision. It was
simply stunning when compared to all the other crafts I’d seen. I immediately contacted her.
We hit it off right away and began collaborating. I asked her to design and create a number
of projects for us.
These projects for my company included a “Modern Houndstooth” bejeweled clutch, a “Blue
Paisley” and “Argyle” wedding bouquet with matching “Blue Paisley” cummerbund and
bow tie, a “Platypus Orange Linen” and “White Linen” shoulder bag, “Pink Polka Dot”
snow boots, and more. I think her designs should be sold in chic boutiques. She’s that good.
I anxiously awaited her packages, knowing that the projects held within would surpass my
expectations. I went around the office showing the projects, saying, “Look! Check this out!
Isn’t this amazing?!”
Tamara has a keen eye for color and pattern and a knack for manipulating duct tape. She
works like both a fashion designer and a seamstress, creating templates for her designs and
planning each step carefully.
She is great at interpreting ideas and making them her own. For photo or film shoots, my
team often gave her inspirational imagery and color combinations for props. Tamara took
creative direction incredibly professionally and delivered top-notch work. Once we were in a
serious time crunch to make a whole slew of gift box bows, letters, and flowers to appear
within a Christmas scene composed of Platypus Designer Duct Tape. Despite how busy she
was, Tamara rose to the challenge and delivered dozens of beautiful crafts on time,
flawlessly. Everything looked amazing on camera.
It is my hope that Tamara’s creativity shown within this book inspires your own, and that
your life will become more beautiful—and more fun—by crafting with duct tape.
Sincerely,
Rob Jordan
Owner | Product Designer
Platypus Designer Duct Tape™
Designerducttape.com
Contents
Introduction
Getting Started
Around the House
Coasters
Napkin Rings
Reversible Placemats
Decorative Pillow
Canvas Art
Tissue Box Cover
Dry Erase Board
All Things Girly
Braided Bangle
3D Cuff
Headband
Beaded Necklace with Matching Pendant
Waist Pouch
Laced Belt
Stretchy Watchband
Fringed Sling
Four-Panel Tote
Bow Sandals
2 Cool 4 School
Bookmark
Lanyard with ID Holder
Folder
Binder Pouch
Blooming Pen
Snack Sack
Guy Stuff
Key Chain
ID Pouch
Double Bow Tie
Cell Phone Case with Optional Lanyard
Belt
Watch Band Links
Drawstring Backpack
Party Time
Banner
Party Tags
Favor Rolls
Party Hat
Special Day Crown
Roll Recycling
Empty Duct Tape Roll Cover Technique
Decorative Air Fresheners
Pen Holder
Wall Art
Maracas
Desk Organizers
Duct Tape Resources
About the Author
Introduction
Duct tape isn’t just for repairs anymore. It has come out of
the toolbox and is now used to create purses, jewelry, home
décor, and even clothing. It comes in dozens of brilliant
colors and patterns and is a fun and inexpensive way to
express creativity. Duct tape crafts are durable and not messy,
which makes them the perfect pastime for individuals,
parties, classrooms, and rainy days.
My love of creating with duct tape began when one of my
sons went shopping for a new wallet but couldn’t find one
that he liked. I picked up a few rolls to try to make him one
and haven’t put them down yet. With a little duct tape and
lots of imagination, the possibilities for hours of
entertainment are endless.