Design + Manufacture Your Own Washi Tape
Skip the guesswork!
Learn how to design, create and order your own washi tape!
Are you an artist ready to turn your work into a product people love to buy?
Designing your own washi tape is one of the easiest, most joyful ways to bring your art into the real world and into the hands of paying customers.
I’m Rebecca Woolbright, an artist, educator, and product-based business owner who started with washi tape and now sells over 160 SKUs to more than 250 stores across the U.S.
Washi tape was the first product I ever made, and it gave me the confidence to believe in my art and build a business around it.
Now, I’m sharing the exact steps, suppliers, and tools I used to make that happen.
In this self-paced course, you’ll go from idea to manufacturer-ready in just one afternoon with templates, pricing support, and everything you need to bring your first product to life.
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Here’s What You Will Learn:
Step-by-Step Lessons
On-demand videos to walk you through the whole process — from design to finished roll
Lifetime access so you can come back anytime
Trusted Supplier List
Contact info for the exact manufacturers I use in China
Pre-vetted to save you time, money, and headache
No more “where do I even start?”
Done For You Templates
Easy-to-use design templates for Procreate and Illustrator to help you sell your tape
Mockup files to make your tape look amazing in listings or pitches
File setup guides so you get it right the first time
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How To Create Foil Washi Tape (value $30)
Want to add that extra sparkle that makes your washi tape stand out?
This lesson walks you through exactly how to design for foil tape- including file setup, finish options, and what to ask your manufacturer so you can avoid costly mistakes and create a truly standout product.
Washi Tape Pricing Calculator
(value $30)
Not sure what to charge? You’re not alone.
This pricing calculator helps you factor in all your costs, calculate profit margins, and confidently price your washi tape for both wholesale and direct-to-customer. Use it again and again for every new roll you create.
Everything You Need to Create + Manufacture Your Own Washi Tape
This Is For You If:
You’re an artist or maker who wants to turn your art into a product
You’re a stationery lover who dreams of creating your own tape
You’re totally lost on how to work with overseas manufacturers
You’re looking for a low-MOQ product to test the waters
You’re tired of watching and wondering how other people make cute washi
You’re worried about making costly mistakes with your art
This Isn’t For You If:
You don’t have any interest in designing or selling physical products
You want someone else to do the work for you
You already have a manufacturer and system for creating washi tape
You hate fun, joy, and the idea of colorful little rolls of tape
You want overnight results with zero effort—this is a step-by-step process walking you through the washi tape
FAQs
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Washi tape is affordable to produce, easy to store, and lightweight to ship—making it a perfect low-risk product. With great profit margins and tons of creative uses, it’s an ideal way to turn your artwork into something fun, functional, and highly giftable.
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Forever! Once you enroll, you get lifetime access to all the lessons, bonuses, and any future updates. Go at your own pace—no pressure.
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Yes. It’s designed for artists and creatives who are new to manufacturing. I walk you through everything step-by-step, from design layout to placing your first order.
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Nope. You’ll need basic design tools like Procreate or Adobe Illustrator. I provide templates for Adobe Illustrator and Procreate- and I explain how to use them.
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Yes! I include a curated list of washi tape factories I’ve personally used and recommend. These are not random Google search results—they’re vetted, real, and reliable.
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Most custom washi tape is manufactured overseas — primarily in China, with some production in Japan and Taiwan. Inside the course, I share the exact factories I've personally worked with, what each one specializes in (regular tape, foil tape, die-cut tape), and how to communicate with them so you don't waste months in the wrong inbox.
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It’s a plug-and-play spreadsheet that helps you figure out your cost per roll, markup, and pricing for wholesale and DTC. The formulas are in the sheet, ready to use. No complicated math, just clarity.
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Custom washi tape costs vary based on order size, roll length, foiling, and packaging — but most artists can expect somewhere between $0.50–$1.50 per roll at small-batch quantities. Inside the course, my plug-and-play pricing calculator walks you through real numbers from real manufacturers so you can plan your first order with confidence (instead of guessing).
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No. I teach you how to communicate with manufacturers about small-batch orders, including how to ask about MOQs (minimum order quantities) and negotiate when needed.
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Most independent artists sell single rolls between $5–$8 retail, with wholesale pricing roughly half that. Foil and specialty tapes command higher prices. The course includes a pricing spreadsheet that calculates your wholesale and DTC margins so you can price intentionally — not based on a guess or what you saw on Etsy.
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While the focus is on design and manufacturing, you’ll leave this course with everything ready to sell—including mockups for your product listings and a strong understanding of costs and profit margins.
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Yes! The manufacturers included ship worldwide, and the course is fully online. Just keep in mind that import taxes and shipping rates will vary depending on your location.
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Great question! Inside this class I walk you through how to make foil washi tape and give you factories to use to start manufacturing your own tape today! I don’t offer either of those lessons in Skillshare.
You’re One Step Away from Holding Your Own Washi Tape in Your Hands
Get the tools, templates, and trusted factory list you need to go from idea to real, sellable product—without the stress or confusion.
This course walks you through the entire process so you can design, manufacture, and price your washi tape with confidence.
Let’s make something awesome together.