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Picture below shows the 3 sizes of strips above and the 10 of the 14 colors above.Picture below shows the 4 sizes of strips and the 15 colors.C: Make a basket weave, using the 4 strips with the long ends on top. (Place the first along the bottom horizontally with the fold on the right. Place the second one vertically with the fold at the bottom, placing both ends of the first between the ends of the second strip. Place the third one horizontally with the fold on the left,
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I used the extremely lovely Basic Grey Hello Luscious paper line for this layout. It is my favorite of the four new releases. I also used brown bloomers (possibly Webster’s Pages), Jenni Bowlin pins, American Crafts thickers alphabet an & My Mind’s Eye lace trim and brads. The border punch is a large Martha Stewart punch. I made the pleated flower-wheels from scratch, and since I have had a few requests for instructions on these- here we go!Now these are becoming very popular as embellishments sold with new product lines.
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The explosion box is actually quite simple to create, although a bit time consuming.Begin by choosing 4 double sided cardstock weight papers.The first paper (the one that will be the outside of the box, and the base layer of the photos) should be 12 inches by 12 inches. You will need to score the paper 4 inches in from all 4 sides, and cut out the corners (4x4 squares).The next paper trim to 11x11, and score the sides at 3 3/4 inches. Cut out the corners.The third paper needs to be trimmed to
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To begin, choose your paper. You need six sheets of matching paper (preferably a heavier weight). Choose one for your outside, a contrasting one for your lid, and 4 to create the inside boxes. Cut as follows (all measurement are in inches):Outside: 6 x 11 3/4thsLid: 8.5 x 8.54 inner boxes: 8 x 8The only challenging part of this project is creating the lid and inside compartments. The good news is, they follow the exact same process.1. Draw a line from corner to corner on the back side of your
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The spider requires five bills: four for the legs, and one to wrap the body.Start by rolling up four of the bills into tight tubes (as explained here), then fold each one in half end-to-end.Then fold the remaining bill exactly in half lengthwise three times.Now you have the pieces.Take each of the four leg tubes and drape them over the flat folded bill near the end. As shown, leave a little bit hanging out the end, as seen to the left in the picture.This is a close-up of the four
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3D origamiAmazing Japanese art of paper folding Origami Art works.The goal of this art is to create a representation of an object using geometric folds and crease patterns preferably without the use of gluing or cutting the paper,and using only one piece of paper”1. Yoda2. Jedi3. The Emperor with Force Lightning4. Lion5. Fish6. The White Bull of Heaven7. Unicorn8. Medusa9. Unnamed warrior10. Octopus11. Tarantula12. Hissing Cockroach13. Horse14. Dragon15. Gryphon16. Swordsman17. 12-Headed Hydra18. Raiden19. Phoenix20. Gorgon Bull
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Paper folding origamiArt Folded PaperSimon Schubert uses paper creases and folds to create incredible works of art. Simon Schubert a talented German artist, uses paper creases and folds to create incredible works of art.“Many of them think I’ve used paint or pencil to create the affect of light and shade.“But when they realise the pictures are actually folded they are quite impressed.”
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Pieces from the Banknote Jewelry collection actually created from old banknotes. With styles ranging from bracelets to necklaces to pins, the baubles are created from banknotes that have been folded into various patterns.I wouldn’t mind accessorizing my favorite dress with a little cash; it would certainly attract some interesting attention. Banknote Jewelry uses bills from countries like South Africa, Australia, China, Argentina, Bhutan and the USA.South Africa, Australia, China, Argentina, Bhutan and the USA.
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This fun little paper craft is something my grandmother taught me to make as a small child. I usually make one when I want to add a special touch to a wrapped gift. They also look pretty sitting on a shelf or turned into a fridge magnet.Here is what you need: Wrapping paper or craft paper, glue- any craft glue that dries clear,a sharpened pencil, scissors, a cup or other circular object to trace around,a damp cloth to wipe up the glue that you are sure to get on your fingers!Trace & cut