DIY No-Sew Leather Card Holder for Dad

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Father’s Day is this weekend. I’m pretty pumped this year because my husband will soon be the dad to two kiddos. I can’t wait to celebrate him and all of the hard work that he does for our soon-to-be family of four. If you’re into hand-making something super useful this Father’s Day, here’s a simple idea that’s quick to put together. This leather card holder keeps a slim profile that makes it better than a wallet. Even better there’s no sewing involved, so your kids can help too. Make dad a simple little wallet so he can carry his cards, cash, and ID—or even use it as a business card holder.

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Supplies:

  • stiff leather (Something a bit on the thicker side is best.)
  • a small piece of chipboard
  • cutting mat
  • rotary cutter
  • ruler
  • E6000 adhesive
  • flat elastic
  • scissors
  • binder clips or clothespins

Instructions:

Step 1: Cut two pieces of leather, each 2½” by 3¾”. Cut the chipboard to 2″ by 3¼”. Cut two pieces of elastic, each approximately 3″.

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Step 2: Spread adhesive on one side of the chipboard and around the edges of the back side of each piece of leather.

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Step 3: Lay the two pieces of elastic down on one of the leather pieces, spaced evenly and with enough length hanging over the left edge to wrap around the wallet.

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Step 4: Lay the adhesive side of the chipboard down over the elastic and press firmly. Add adhesive to the other side of the chipboard.

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Step 5: Lay the left edge of the other piece of leather down on top of the chipboard. Wrap the two pieces of elastic around the front of the wallet, stretch them a bit, and sandwich them between the chipboard and the top piece of leather on the right hand side.

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Step 6: Carefully apply clips around the edges of the wallet while the adhesive dries thoroughly.

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Step 7: Once dried, give to Dad on Father’s Day and help him organize his pockets! Happy Father’s Day, dads!

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