Got Tape? [Paperback]

Ellie Schiedermayer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2002

People love duct tape. Whether it is Red Green fixing everything in sight with the material on his PBS television show or kids fashioning wallets to give to their dads on Father's Day, duct tape is here to stay. Now children and adults can make 30 fun, kooky, and unique projects with everyone's favorite fix-all, including a picture frame, visor, purse, tie, and postcards. All projects are made solely of duct tape; no other supplies except, scissors are needed! Crafters can then decorate their unique creations with embellishing tools like stickers and markers. Ranging in difficulty from easy to more advanced, each project is presented with step-by-step instructions and photographs.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

You knew it was bound to happen. Someone, someday, was going to write an entire book on crafting with duct tape. Although it is a huge stretch to call duct tape a fiber, public libraries with demand for inexpensive craft projects may be interested in this project book. It was written by a high school student who was intrigued by a duct tape wallet a friend showed her and discovered that the tape comes in a variety of colors and can be used to make such things as men's ties, belts, bracelets, visors, photo frames, purses, and even, for the adventurous, clothes. The 25 projects include full-size patterns and step-by-step instructions. Consider for young adult collections.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (January 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873494261
• ISBN-13: 978-0873494267
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,032,754 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun!, July 13, 2004

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K. J. Hackett (Huntington Beach, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Got Tape? (Paperback)

I purchased a duct tape wallet at a craft fair last year for fifteen dollars and am still surprised at how sturdy and functional it is! So when I came across "Got Tape?: Roll Out the Fun With Duct Tape!" at my local bookstore, I had to have it.

The first thing I did with this great book, is make a new bright purple duct tape wallet. Then, I fashioned an awesome matching purse (using purple and traditional silver duct tape) that gets compliments everywhere I go.

Duct tape is so easy to work with, comes in wonderful colors and is sturdy enough to last a long time. If you've been thinking about making your own duct tape creations, "Got Tape?: Roll Out the Fun With Duct Tape!" is a great place to start. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can make the projects.

Did I mention that the wallets make fantastic gifts? Every one of my friends has loved receiving one!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saw Ellie on Caroline Rhea show and loved it!, October 3, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Got Tape? (Paperback)

I just saw Ellie (the author) on the Caroline Rhea show yesterday and didn't hesitate to get myself a copy of her book and a few rolls of duct tape. My kids absolutely loved it! We made crowns, wallets, sandals, glasses and even tried making a pair of shorts (not in the book)last night. It was so much fun...and so inexpensive!

20 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Sticky Situation, October 30, 2004

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Got Tape? (Paperback)

I made duct tape wallets with my youth group. we got the idea from this book. The directions were hard to follow and by the time we finally figured it out, we had a very sticky situation. the tape stuck to everything. No one had fun. I heard some people say that this book is easy to understand, well, it's not. The directions say things like rip into three strips. Then place one strip sideways and sticky side up. Then put another strip upside down ontop of the stip with the other one. it may sound easy, but once you read all the direstions, it is hard. the pictures aren't much help either.