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Looking to re-use some of the bubble mailers you’ve received from your deliveries? You can use one and create this e-reader sleeve project with just a few supplies you may have around the house. You can even re-use the mailer your e-Reader came in and upcycle it! Check out these instructions and the following video to get started.
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- Bubble mailer (Plastic is best for re-positioning tape)
- Scissors
- Duct tape (One or two colors)
- Velcro tape
- Ruler
- Exact-o Knife (Optional)
- Cutting Mat (Optional)
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- Place your e-reader on a clean bubble mat and measure half an inch around the sides.
- Add a flap to the top or side by adding an extra two inch strip.
- Cut the bubble mailer, using the optional exact-o knife for fine details.
- Start taping the pieces together using strips of the duct tape. Leave a half an inch to fold over the sides and try to match the pattern if using printed tape.
- Flip over, and start taping the back, leaving a quarter of an inch to overlap to the other side. Take care to not tape the opening closed.
- Cut strips of tape and use the exact-knife to cut these in half. Tape these along the border of your sleeve.
- Cut a two inch strip of Velcro tape and attach it to your envelop flap.
- Slid in your E-Reader and call it a day!
Looking for more DIY Projects? Check out our collection of crafting and upcycling books that you can pick up at your local branch.