Buy the Elastic Wallet sewing pattern from Thread Theory. Sew a wallet that is as minimalist as they come! This elastic wallet can expand to fit up to ten cards within its three elastic pockets, but will also snugly carry as little as two cards and some cash. Personalise this wallet with colourful elastic and a contrast cash pocket made from Tyvek, Kraft-tex, leather or felt. Add an optional tag and key ring so the wallet can be attached to keys, a lanyard or secured within a bag.

This wallet is made from 2" (5 cm) wide knitted elastic which is very strong. It is slightly shorter than a standard card so that the cards are accessible yet secure.

Sewing level: Absolute beginner / Confident beginner

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

Suggested fabrics and fabric requirements:

Elastic (2" wide knitted): 15" (38 cm) length.

Contrast cash pocket (material that will not fray such as Tyvek, Kraft-tex, leather or felt): 3 3/4" wide x 2" tall (9.5 cm wide x 5 cm tall).

Tag (ribbon or webbing): 1 1/4" (3.2 cm) length.

Notions: Optional key ring. Any split key ring can be added to the decorative tag. Choose a size and weight to suit your needs (consider the strength of the ring and the width of the tag you are using).

PDF pattern includes: Step-by-step instructions and 1 print-at-home pattern piece (included within the instruction booklet) for the cash pocket. Does not include an A0 copy shop file.

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