Thanks to its unmatched stickiness and trusty durability, duct tape has become infamous as a fix-all, but it's good for a lot more than every day repairs. These days it comes in lots of fun colors and patterns, making it a true crafter's delight. Check out the slideshow below to find out our six favorite creative and crafty uses for this multi-purpose item:
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Duct Tape Gift Bows
Make easy customized gift bows for every one in the family with patterned and neon duct tape. You can even mix and match a few different rolls of tape for some added pizazz.
Cord Organization
Can't seem to keep track of all the chargers, USB cables, HDMI cables and mini USBs you've accumulated over the years? Just wrap several old toilet paper rolls in some duct tape to reinforce them, load each one up with a cord, and stow them all in basket or bin for later use.
Jazz Up a Cheap Dresser
Places like Ikea and Target offer a lot of cheap options for clothes storage, but they're not always pretty. Use colored and/or patterned duct tape to jazz them up–especially in kids' rooms.
Duct Tape Wallet
With just some plain paper and a roll of duct tape you can craft an inexpensive wallet that will last you for years. Try pretty patterns for girls/women or the classic silver and black versions for boys/men. This one makes for a really fun gift.
Duct Tape Ornaments
Flex your crafting chops by making a few–or even just one–duct tape Christmas ornament. Whether for your own home or as a gift, they'll make a great conversation starter.
Duct Tape Picture Frame
Pretty picture frames can be expensive, by some cheap ones at the dollar store or cut some out of thick paper and cover with decorative duct tape, and you've got yourself some affordable custom frames.
Cover an Unattractive Light Switch Plate
Instead of heading to the lighting aisle at the hardware store, hit up the tape aisle and you'll save tons. Pick from lots of pretty duct tape patterns to dress up your existing light switch plates.
