I found a new obsession.
I know. I find a new obsession at least once a week, but I’m ADD – work with me here.
This week’s new obsession?
Duck Tape Fringe.
Especially this pillow that is adorned with golden fringe – made with, yes, Duck Tape.
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I know, right?
That gold paired with the hot pink = AMAZINGNESS.
And its Duck Tape.
Duck Tape.
Best part? SUPER EASY TO MAKE.
How to Make Fringe from Duck Tape
Materials & Supplies Needed:
- A blah and boring pillow.
- Duck Tape – I went with gold duck tape.
- Fiskars Duck Edition Scissors, 8″ Size
- Fiskars Duck Editions Scissors, Detail 5″ size
Steps
Step 1:
Choose which side of your pillow you want to start with. It doesn’t matter which side you choose. I opted to go with one of the short sides first.
Cut a piece of duck tape that is as long as (or if you are paranoid like me, a little longer) than that side with the bigger 8″ duck edition scissors.
These scissors are new from Fiskars and are specifically made to use with Duck Tape. Ya know how your regular scissors get all gunky and gum up when you cut lots of duck tape?
These don’t.
And they are sharp.
Score.
Step 2:
Cut another piece of duck tape the same size as the strip you just cut. Place the two strips on top of each other – sticky side together. The photo below is where I made two strips at one time. You get the idea though.
You should now have one strip of duck tape that has gold (or your color of choice) on both sides – no sticky anywhere.
If it works better for you, instead of cutting out two separate strips, you can pull off a length of tape that is double the size of one of your pillow sides and then fold it back down onto the tape strip and cut it. See photo below.
Step 3:
Trim up any places where your tape didn’t meet up exactly.
Don’t worry about the tape being a perfect rectangle – it isn’t going to happen and it doesn’t matter. You’ll never be able to tell with all the fringe.
Step 4:
Pull out your small 5″ detail scissors.
These are specially made for making smaller, detail cuts.
Starting at one edge of your tape strips, cut smaller strips into the tape, but don’t go all the way through it.
Do this until you have made lots of little strips over the whole larger strip.
Step 5:
Cut off a piece of duck tape that is the length of the large strip you have that you just fringed up. Place the fringed strip on the edge of the strip you just cut.
Step 6:
Place the sticky side of the piece you now have around your pillow edge. Press it firmly into the pillow.
You can loosen the fringe up a bit by ruffling your fingers through it as shown above.
Step back and be amazed by your awesomeness.
YOU GUYS.
I have so many more ideas for this duck tape fringe since it was ridiculously easy to make!
Those Fiskars Duck Edition Scissors knocked this project out in record time – love ’em!
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Lisa Brown says
I don’t really know an idea yet to use with the kit, maybe just decorating boxes.
Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says
Such a fun idea! I love that there are so many possibilities for Duck Tape. I just used it as part of my son’s Halloween costume!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Erin!! So many possibilities!
Janet W. says
I can’t think of a big project yet, maybe just scrapbooking!
Krista @ the happy housie says
This is unreal Jenna- who would have thought that you could do that. Totally amaze-balls… The fringe is so fun and fluid! Brill
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thank you, Krista!
Laura J says
Oh I would love to try to make some dress up play clothes with it!!!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Great idea, Laura!
Lindsay says
Very cute!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thank you, Lindsay! This pillow totally reminded me of you when I was making it!
Kadie says
AWESOME! I think I would use the kit to decorate some Christmas packages, how cute would some fringe be on a package?!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Kadie – and you are totally reading my mind – this may be the year of the duck tape fringed Christmas presents!! haha!
Heather says
What a clever idea!! Love the gold metallic fringe!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Heather!
Heather K says
Not sure yet. I need to make some storage boxes and this would make it a heck of a lot easier! I think my niece would love a fringe pillow as well!
Sean C says
My son’s birthday is coming up so I’m thinking decorations for that and for New Year’s Eve!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
That would be great!
Alina says
I’d love to make a lampshade for my daughter’s room and maybe some party favors.
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Oooo, great ideas Alina!
chris aka monkey says
jenna this idea is way out of the box no one else comes up with duck tape ideas like you xx
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
haha, Chris! Too far out of the box?! You know I love me some duck tape!
chris aka monkey says
never too far my dear never too far xx
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
🙂
Lisa Cooper says
I use brown kraft paper for all my wrapping. Making Duck Tape bows would really jazz it up!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
I LOVE that idea, Lisa!
Ginger says
Seriously! Love it – the gold, the fringe, the everything!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Ginger!
Dorth says
I use all Fiskers products. Can’t wait to get these new scissors.
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
They really are the best, Dorth! My friend and I were just talking about that the other day!
Julie Spear says
THIS ROCKSSS!!!!! I love those duck tape special scissors!!!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Julie! Yep, those scissors are pretty great!
Brenda says
Im planning on using the gold fringe at my daughters surprise 10 bday party, which is a vintage nutcracker theme. Gold and pink. Thanks for the idea!!!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Ooooo, Brenda – that is a great idea!!
Pam Clark says
Yes, yes, yes! And I’m thinking this would be adorable garland on a Christmas tree…….
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
YES, Pam!! You are totally reading my mind, friend!
Sarah @ Life On Virginia Street says
So, so good Jenna! I love everything about this project!!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks, Sarah!
Jamie says
What? Jenna I don’t know how you keep coming up with this stuff. I thought it was a leather fringe. And scissors JUST for duck tape? Amazing!
Hugs, Jamie
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
So what I had planned on doing didn’t work, so I came up with this. Luckily, it did work! Thanks!
Nina @ Everyday Enchanting says
Love the pillow! That fringe is so fun! And there are so many possibilities with that gold Duck Tape and the holidays coming, my mind is whirling 🙂
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
You and me both girl, I love the gold duck tape!
Laura says
Oh my gosh, I need these scissors. I make stuff with duck tape all the time! I have been wanting to make my son a duck tape wallet for a while now.
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Yes, Laura you do need these scissors then!!
[email protected] says
I’d love to use those scissors to make a cute Duck tape wreath for the holidays!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Good idea, Kristi!
Kim says
Something fun and cowboy with my grandson!!
Chelsea says
You amaze me at what you can do with duck tape. Seriously girl, this is fantastic!!
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
Thanks so much, Chelsea! I love me some duck tape!
D Schmidt says
I am thinking of ornament art with my children.
Tracey A. says
I would like to try these pillows!!! Aren’t you clever?
Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says
I may be clever, Tracey – but I’m also cheap! haha! thanks!
Tracey A. says
You are sweet to comment back! Even in the middle of a project, right?