Easy DIY Mini Card Wallet Sewing Project

Sew a cute mini card wallet using this easy sewing tutorial.

This DIY mini card wallet is the perfect sewing project for using up those fabric scraps! You can also make several using fat quarters. The mini card wallet features a snap closure and is just the right size for your business cards, credit cards, gift cards, ID, and cash.

Your mini wallet will fit perfectly in a matching wristlet purse or a belt bag / fanny pack.

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***You can find the AD-FREE, printable PDF version of this sewing tutorial available for purchase in my Etsy shop HERE. Includes 10 pages of step-by-step instructions with pictures. Print a copy to keep next to your sewing machine for easy reference.***

Mini card wallet supplies needed:

• One fabric piece measuring 4.75″W x 18″H – my favorite fabric shop
• Cutting mat
• Rotary cutter
• Clear ruler
• Fusible interfacing
• KAM plastic snap and setting tool
• Matching thread
• Sewing scissors
• Sewing machine

Measure and cut the fabric

Using your cutting mat, clear ruler, and rotary cutter, cut one piece of fabric measuring 4.75″W x 18″H.

Attach the fusible interfacing

The interfacing I’m using for this sewing project is Pellon P44F Fusible Interfacing to give the mini wallet extra durability.

Cut one piece of fusible interfacing the same size as your fabric piece – 4.75″W x 18″H.

Attach the interfacing to the wrong side of the fabric piece following the package instructions.

Fold the mini wallet

Place the fabric right side up. Fold the bottom short end up 6-inches and press.

Then fold that same short end down, lining up with the bottom edge of the fabric. Press that fold.

Take the top short end and fold down so that the short edges line up. Clip or pin to hold in place.

Sew the two vertical sides (see above picture) using a 3/8″ seam allowance.

***You can find the AD-FREE, printable PDF version of this sewing tutorial available for purchase in my Etsy shop HERE. Includes 10 pages of step-by-step instructions with pictures. Print a copy to keep next to your sewing machine for easy reference.***

Round the top corners

Round the top corners of your mini wallet. I used a spool of thread but you can use anything with a round base.

Trace the rounded edge using your marking pencil. Repeat with the other corner.

Cut along the lines using your sewing scissors.

Sew along the top edge using a 3/8″ seam allowance.

Turn right side out

Through the opening at the bottom, turn the mini wallet right side out. Push out the corners and press.

Sew along the bottom edge using a 3/8″ seam allowance.

Clip the bottom corners. Trim the edge (optional) to reduce bulk.

Turn the pocket right side out so that the raw edge is on the inside. Push out the corners and press.

Top stitch

Top stitch the sides and top of the mini wallet flap as close to the edge as possible – about 1/8-inch seam allowance.

Fold over the flap and press the fold.

Add the snap

For this mini wallet, I’m using KAM snaps. The KAM snap has four parts – male, female, and two caps.

First, you’ll need to find the middle of the flap – fold the flap in half and the fold will be the middle.

Make a hole in the flap for the snap using the awl tool.

Use the KAM setting tool to apply one cap and the male snap piece to the mini wallet flap.

Close the flap and mark where the other side of the snap should be placed. Use the setting tool to apply the other cap and the female plastic piece.

Press one more time.

***You can find the AD-FREE, printable PDF version of this sewing tutorial available for purchase in my Etsy shop HERE. Includes 10 pages of step-by-step instructions with pictures. Print a copy to keep next to your sewing machine for easy reference.***

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You are finished!

I hope you enjoyed this mini card wallet sewing tutorial! Now you can make them for all your family and friends! Happy sewing!

Other fun card holders to sew:

• Business Card Holder Sewing Pattern
• Gift Card / Credit Card Holder Sewing Project
• Small Zipper Pouch / Coin Purse Sewing Tutorial
• Checkbook Cover Wallet Tutorial

Easy DIY Mini Card Wallet Sewing Project