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Free Pattern - Turn a Drink Carton into a Bifold Wallet
Free Pattern - Turn a Drink Carton into a Bifold Wallet
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Turn a drink carton into a fully functional bifold wallet.
Free to download.
You've seen the video, now make it yourself. 🥛🧵
Designed by The Interchange, the Bifold Wallet #001 is a creative DIY project that gives discarded packaging a stylish second life.
This is a 100% free digital product. Simply add it to your cart, input your email and check out for free, and you will instantly receive a digital copy of the pattern template in PDF format.
Watch the full tutorial on Instagram → LINK
What you'll make:
A bifold wallet with 6 card slots and 1 notes section, made entirely from 2 x 1L drink cartons that would otherwise head straight for the bin.
Materials & Tools Needed:
• 2 x 1L Clean Drink Cartons
• Sewing Machine
• Scissors / Rotary Cutter
• Washi Tape (optional)
What's included in the download:
- Full pattern sheets (print at A4, 100% scale, do not scale to fit)
- Panel cut list with quantities
Skill level: Beginner-friendly. If you can follow a line, you can make this.
Printing Instructions:
• Ensure you print the PDF document at 100% scale.
• Measure the built-in 2.5 CM Test Square on the printed page to verify that your pattern has printed at the exact correct size before you begin cutting.
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This pattern and tutorial series is made possible with the support of MSE's SG Eco Fund.
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BEFORE YOU BOOK
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Age Requirement
This upcycling experience is designed for adults. The session involves a heat press and computerised sewing machine, and we want everyone to engage with the equipment safely and confidently.
Cancellations & Refunds
Tickets are non-refundable. If you're unable to attend, you're welcome to transfer your spot to someone else; just notify us at least 48 hours before the session so we can update our records. Your $60 goes directly towards The Interchange's materials research and community programming, so every booking genuinely makes a difference.
Organiser Cancellation
If we need to cancel or reschedule for any reason, you'll receive a full refund or priority access to the next available date; your choice.
Late Arrivals
The session runs for exactly 60 minutes and each step builds on the last. We recommend arriving 5–10 minutes early. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, we may not be able to accommodate you and the ticket will be forfeited.
Materials
Please bring 3–4 clean, dry, tape-free polymailers (A4 size). We'll have a small reserve on hand, but availability is not guaranteed for those who arrive without. The character of your cardholder depends on what you bring; the more interesting the mailer, the more interesting the outcome.
Photography & Media
We document our sessions for research and promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed. If you'd prefer not to be included, let us know on arrival and we'll respect that without question.
Equipment Use
You'll be working with a computerised sewing machine and heat press. Full guidance is provided before use. The Interchange is not liable for personal injury arising from improper use of equipment after instruction has been given.
