Recycled map envelope wallet for 12-year-olds
This project is for 12-year-olds making one paper wallet from an outdated map or map printout. It holds notes, cards, and small paper items, not coins.
What to buy
Outdated paper map or map printout
2 sheets
Heavyweight cardstock
2 sheets
Clear packing tape
1 roll
Double-sided tape
1 roll
Hook-and-loop adhesive dots
1 pair
Bone folder or plastic creasing tool
1
Metal ruler
1
Pencil
1
Fine-tip permanent marker
1
Corner rounder punch
1
Who this list is for
This project is for a 12-year-old making one paper wallet from an outdated map or map printout. It is for notes, cards, and small paper items, not coins or other heavy loose objects.
How to use this list
Choose the best-looking map area and reinforce it with clear packing tape before folding. Measure fold lines with the metal ruler and pencil, then crease them firmly with the bone folder or plastic creasing tool. Add heavyweight cardstock where the wallet needs structure, and use double-sided tape for pockets. Finish the closure with one pair of hook-and-loop adhesive dots, then round sharp paper corners with the corner rounder punch.
Common mistakes
Do not use a valuable current map when an outdated map or printout is the intended material. Skip coins, since a paper wallet is not built to hold their weight. Measure before taping; once clear packing tape is pressed onto the map, repositioning can tear the paper.
What is on this list
You need two map sheets, heavyweight cardstock, clear packing tape, double-sided tape, hook-and-loop dots, a creasing tool, metal ruler, pencil, fine-tip permanent marker, and corner rounder punch. Cross off tools you already have.
When you are done
Open and close each pocket a few times before filling it. Label the wallet if desired with the permanent marker, then carry only notes, cards, and small paper items so the folds and closure last.
FAQ
Who is "Recycled map envelope wallet for 12-year-olds" for?
This project is for a 12-year-old making one paper wallet from an outdated map or map printout. It is for notes, cards, and small paper items, not coins or other heavy loose objects.
How should I use "Recycled map envelope wallet for 12-year-olds"?
Choose the best-looking map area and reinforce it with clear packing tape before folding. Measure fold lines with the metal ruler and pencil, then crease them firmly with the bone folder or plastic creasing tool. Add heavyweight cardstock where the wallet needs structure, and use double-sided tape for pockets. Finish the closure with one pair of hook-and-lo…
What should I skip or avoid with "Recycled map envelope wallet for 12-year-olds"?
Do not use a valuable current map when an outdated map or printout is the intended material. Skip coins, since a paper wallet is not built to hold their weight. Measure before taping; once clear packing tape is pressed onto the map, repositioning can tear the paper.
What is on the "Recycled map envelope wallet for 12-year-olds" list?
You need two map sheets, heavyweight cardstock, clear packing tape, double-sided tape, hook-and-loop dots, a creasing tool, metal ruler, pencil, fine-tip permanent marker, and corner rounder punch. Cross off tools you already have.
What should I do when I am done?
Open and close each pocket a few times before filling it. Label the wallet if desired with the permanent marker, then carry only notes, cards, and small paper items so the folds and closure last.
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