I am sick of the carton wallet side posting turning on every time I come to the blog, so I am going to actually post it! You can get the template by just clicking on the link below.
These are three that I have made. The cow one is my favorite.
Remember, whatever is at the bottom of the carton front
will be on the front flap of your wallet.
Aren't they cute?
And, they are made out of something that you would throw away!
Perfect!
Materials: Recycle a milk or orange juice carton into a clever carrying case for change, trading cards, and more. The carton's cap keeps the wallet closed.
- Half gallon milk or juice carton with plastic cap, rinsed
- Scissors
- Paper towels
- Tape
- Wallet Template
- Ballpoint pen
- Ruler
- Craft knife (optional)
- Butter knife
- Instructions
Cut open the carton so it lies flat, as shown; put aside the cap for now. Dry the inside with the paper towels. Tape the
template on top of the carton so that the top circle lines up with the spout. Mark the outline of the template with a ballpoint pen. Using firm pressure, trace the lower circle and the dotted lines of the template so that they transfer to the carton. (This will score the lines for easier folding.) A ruler will help you mark the straight lines. Cut out the shape from the carton.
Use scissors to cut out the lower circle as marked. (Tip: To make cutting out the circle easier, first make an X with a craft knife.) Use a ruler and a butter knife to further score the fold lines.
Following the fold lines you marked, create an accordion fold on each side of the wallet.
Tightly squeeze the accordion folds. Fold the top flap down, pushing the spout through the hole. Screw on the cap to keep the flap in place.
