Do you like to cut paper? These 3 papercrafts - "Pleated Snowflake", a "Row of Snowmen", and "Basic Snowflakes" - are fun and quick to make by using my easy-to-follow directions and photos! They may be hung on a wall or window, used as ornaments, or tied on a package. This is a great kid craft!
Pleated Snowflake
Materials:
1 sheet of 8.5" x 11" copy paper
scissors
stapler
paperclips
glue
string or yarn
Fold paper in half lengthwise (hot-dog fold). Cut on the fold.
Accordion pleat the paper with 1-1/4" folds, creating a "fan".
Fold "fan" in half and crease; staple in the center. Use sharp scissors to cut designs in both sides of the fan.
Note: For ease in making both sides the same, you may cut 1 side, fold in the center, and draw the design on the remaining side before cutting.
Glue the 2 center folds together, and secure with paperclips until dry.
Use the other 1/2 sheet of paper to make a 2nd fan. Glue both fans together and secure with paperclips until dry.
Remove the paperclips when dry. Punch a hole in the top and insert a string for hanging.
A Row of Snowmen
Materials:
1 sheet of 8.5" x 11" copy paper
scissors
glue
Directions:
Fold paper in half lengthwise (hot-dog fold). Cut on the fold.
Accordion pleat the paper with 1-1/2" folds, creating a "fan".
1-1/2" folds |
Holding the fan together, cut a 1/2 snowman similar to below through all layers. Be careful to leave the folded edges at the back and arms intact when you cut!
Note: You may first draw the shape with a pencil before cutting.
For a longer row, cut another "Row of Snowmen" and glue the 2 together, overlapping a fold on each.
These make a great border for a winter bulletin board! |
Basic Snowflakes
Materials:
1 sheet of 8.5" x 11" copy paper
scissors
Directions:
Make a diagonal fold (taco fold), creating a triangle. Cut off excess paper.
Taco fold |
Remove the excess |
Mark center of the folded edge. Fold triangle in half with folded edge together. Fold in half 2 additional times with folds toward center.
Fold |
Fold |
Fold |
After folding, make a "V" cut in the end through all layers.
Make cuts on each side. Be creative! Remember, no 2 snowflakes are alike!
"V"cut |
Cuts on both sides |
Carefully unfold. If more cuts are needed, refold and cut again. Completed snowflake may be pressed by hand or with a warm iron.
A string may be added to hang from the ceiling.
Completed Snowflake |
Snowflakes make a chart look special! |
Nancy's Notes:
- For variety, try other colors of copy paper.
- Finished papercrafts may be embellished with markers and/or glitter glue, etc.
- Basic Snowflakes may easily be laminated. When stored flat, they can be enjoyed year after year.
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