The times when paper was considered to be the primary medium for artistic expression is long gone. Many writers and designers use digital media to improvise and develop their ideas. However, there is something particuliar in this "physical" canvas — something that keeps us getting back to paper when we want to brainstorm ideas in a notebook, doodle around in a sketchbook, collect inspiration in a scrapbook or just draw some sketches for the next project.
In the summer of 2011, Fideli Sundqvist presented her graduation project at Stockholm’s Konstfack University. In the midst of the overblown gaudy work from the art departments, the conceptual…
Did you know that you can make a beautiful paper flower in the same way that you make a paper snowflake?! It's so much fun! Learn how to make paper flowers by following our easy photo and video tutorials below. These kirigami flowers are SO PRETTY! And all it takes is a few simple folds and cuts to transform a single piece of paper into a beautiful flower. Design your own flower shapes or use our free PDF templates. (We have 9 different shapes to choose from!) This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something
These handprint lilies are so beautiful and surprisingly easy to make! They'd make such a thoughtful handmade gift idea for Mother's Day if you make a small bouquet and tie them together with a ribbon. Or you could make a bouquet of handprint Easter lilies if you use white paper. Can Easter lilies be pink? I think they're just white? Either way, they're adorable for spring and they're a wonderful low mess craft to make with the kids! I had such an awesome helper when I made these paper handprint lilies! My spunky 5 year old loves crafts, and she
Go beyond the basic dart, and learn how to make 4 really awesome paper airplane designs! These planes fly well and glide far. Fun activity for kids!
I visited Natasha Molatkova's site PaperGraphic recently to see the latest. She continues to impress with paper art designs created for...
I got my name on the board one time in elementary school. Once! I was no rascal. I'd had an allergy attack, and there was a substitute teacher who wouldn'
Make your own paper and create masterpieces with paper that you made! Use all kinds of materials and be creative.
This fire breathing dragon made from a toilet paper roll is an easy kids craft that uses simple craft supplies. When you blow into the end of the tube the tissue paper looks like flames coming out of the dragon's mouth! Fire Breathing Dragon Craft Add this activity to your crafty bucket list, because it's SO MUCH FUN! And it's ridiculously simple to make. Kids, toddlers and preschoolers will love to see the dragon blowing fire! The photos make me smile, just looking at them. Watch the Video Tutorial Here: (Or scroll down for the step-by-step photo tutorial and printable
Take your pick from these fun Origami crafts for kids to introduce your child to the Japanese art of paper folding - you're sure to find something you like!
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This is the template I have designed to create my "PebbleFalls" kirigami sculpture. Not too challenging to cut or fold, and very dynamic once it's finished. A jagged rocky landscape, gushing with flow. This is not an assembled piece, rather it provides you with the pattern to make it yourself. I spend a lot of time and care in designing these; they are accurate to the 10th of a millimeter. To use it, I print it out (color or b&w works fine; I use a b&w laser printer), attach one edge gently to a piece of card using lo-tak tape or glue stick, then score with an embossing point, cut with a scalpel, and fold with my fingers. Please note that this is a challenging model to construct. If you are a beginner, it might be worth starting with a simpler design and working toward this one. All templates are A4 pdf files. I prefer the metric system. But they work just fine on letter paper too. If you want native letter-sized templates, let me know and I'll make some for you. Each one comes with a photo of the finished goal, to help you work, as well as some general tips and then the template itself. Any questions, please feel free; I'm a genuine enthusiast and don't mind talking about it :) Happy cutting, and be careful with those blades!
Exquisite paper art crafted from this humble medium.
How about making your own Fiber Lab bracelets? I think they would also be cute as Christmas tree ornaments, gift tags, and napkin holders....
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Recycled cardboard is one of my favourite materials for children’s art activities. I like it because it is readily available and free! Read more...
