How to Make Paper Snowflakes
It’s fun to make paper snowflakes. And I’ll bet you’ll be surprised as to all the great Christmas Crafts you can do with them.
Snowflakes are miracles of beauty, each one a masterpiece of design. From our earliest memories, we can remember being told that “no two snowflakes are the same.” As it melts, its form is lost forever- no record left behind of its beauty. So is the same with paper snowflakes. Any small variation in cut renders a different design.
Snowflakes have become an integral part of winter decorations. We can remember making them as children and hanging in the windows. But do you remember how to make a snowflake?
By the way, did you know that snowflakes are always in the six sided shape of a hexagon? So, to make a snowflake you need to fold a piece of paper so that the finished design will have six symmetrical extensions. It sounds easy, but it’s not. Here’s how it’s done. Fold a piece of paper starting at the top right corner and make sure that the top of the paper and the right side are aligned. Cut off the paper at the bottom that is not in the folded area. Bring the two tips of the folded side together and mark the center point along the fold. From the unfolded point opposite the center mark, measure 3 and 1/8″ along either side and make a mark. Draw two lines from the center mark on the fold to each of the marks on the unfolded side. Now fold along each line. I know it sounds complicated for just a paper snowflake but once you see how it’s done you will find that it’s easy to just fold without all the measuring. This pattern will be the start of many great projects.
To make cutout paper snowflakes, fold the paper for a six sided snowflake. Cut away a few pieces of the paper. Unfold carefully and flatten. Now you have a snowflake cutout design. To make a stencil, place the cutout on a full sheet of paper (or stencil film if you want a permanent stencil for multiple uses). Trace around all the edges and then cut out with a craft knife. Now you have one cutout and one stencil. You’re ready to start creating some fabulous crafts with these simple designs.
Don’t forget that you can put the designs on a copy machine and reduce or enlarge the size to fit your project size.
You can make a large variety of decorations with a simple paper snowflake pattern like creating ornaments or hanging them from a chandelier. Use colored paper for a variety of looks. The snowflake stencils are great for decorating gift bags or boxes.
Once you start to create with paper snowflakes, you’ll be amazed at how they can be used in a casual kid friendly fun setting or in an elegant traditional setting.
Can’t cut out a pretty snowflake? No problem! Just click over to Designs From Penny (http://www.DesignsFromPenny.com). They have a variety of cutout designs and stencils. You can purchase the patterns along with complete instructions for making paper snowflakes and many other creative projects in a unique downloadable file. It’s a great place to find many fun and artistic stencils along with information on ways that you can create art with them. Don’t miss the blogs that feature many ideas on using snowflakes with instructions and pictures of completed projects.
For more information on stenciling, visit All-About-Stencils (http://www.all-about-stencils.com). You’ll find complete instructions starting at the beginning and graduating to furniture decorating and making art prints. Plus there’s a full section on the Holidays. So, get into the spirit and join us for some fun stencil crafts.
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IlluStory Make Your Own Story Kit
IlluStory Make Your Own Story Kit
Publish your own book with the Illustory Make Your Own Book Kit! This award-winning activity kit allows future authors to write and illustrate their very own story on special book pages provided. Once the story is complete, it is sent to be published, and in a few short weeks the budding writer receives a color-copied, professionally type set hardbound book. Ideal for ages five and up, this innovative kit nurtures enthusiasm for reading, writing, and illustrating.
Let the Fun Begin
Illustory Make Your Own Book Kit is not only fun, it also helps your child build self-esteem. You’ll never forget the look in your budding writer’s eyes as you proudly display his or her first book on your coffee table or bookshelf. This kit even includes an “About the Author” biography page, title, and dedication, just like a real published book. Your child will also enjoy creating the cover and will be able to select from seven cover colors. Families can have fun too as they create their own story together. Extra books with alternate dedication pages can be ordered to make the child’s story a gift or keepsake for family, friends, or teachers.
Once your child is finished with the writing, sending the manuscript to publishing is easy, with the included paid postage envelope. Production time is about three to four weeks, plus delivery time. The finished hardcover book measures 7 by 9 inches with 12 pages, and features a permanent hardback binding, a laminated cover drawing, and book title. For techno-savy young authors, the book can be created entirely online by using the Creations By You bookmaking Web site. The entire Illustory kit includes 18 special book pages, 2 cover pages, 10 washable markers, story web planner, instructions, order form, and a prepaid envelope. The correct spelling option allows a choice between leaving spelling errors in or having the words printed correctly.
Award-Winning Features
This kit was a winner of the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award, as well as multiple awards from other organizations. It helps builds self-esteem and sparks an interest in reading and writing. Youngsters learn to see a project through to completion, and their final printed story rewards their effort. There are many optional upgrades available (for a charge) to enhance the book. Extra books can be printed and separately dedicated as gifts for family and friends. In addition, the author’s photo can appear on the bio page, and rush delivery is also available. The Make Your Own Book kit beautifully captures a child’s creativity and turns it into a keepsake that will be treasured for years to come.
What’s in the Box
18 book pages, 2 cover pages, 10 washable markers, story web planner, instructions, order form, and prepaid envelope.
Publish your very own book with the Illustory Make Your Own Book Kit. |
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Mighty Bright XtraFlex2 Clip On Light Black Kindle Compatible
Mighty Bright XtraFlex2 Clip On Light Black Kindle Compatible
Our Newest Light! Two Super LED lights in one head gives you the lighting power of 6 normal LED’s. Brilliant light output! You have the option of using one or two of the Super LED lights with just a simple tap to our proprietary sensor switch. The flexible neck allows you to position your lighting anywhere you want it.
User Ratings and Reviews
1 Star Mighty Lite Mighty bad
The mighty Lite is one of the worst LED lights I have used. It is even worse with Kindle 2. Why Amazon says it is a Kindle 2 compatible product is beyond me. The light uses 3 AAA batteries in the base. It is not very bright compared to other LED book lights and with the 3 AAA batteries it totally unbalances the Kindle 2. It is way too heavy and the angle of coverage is too small to adequately cover the Kindle’s screen. The clip is too large to really clip nicely onto the Kindle without intruding into the screen a little or falling off of the edge since it does not have a good grip. Not recommended. There are better alternatives which are brighter, lighter and use the small button batteries and have a nicer clip.
5 Stars A good light for reading
Nice book light. Has 2 settings; low and high. Does the job well.
4 Stars Whoa! The price went up!
I like this light a lot. I ordered it on Feb. 22 for $12.96. Now the price is $16.00. Is it because the Kindle 2 has shipped and they think they can make a killing on this item? Or did I get this price because I ordered it with the Kindle 2 and the cover? I was going to get another one but now I think I will wait and see if the price comes back down.
5 Stars Best book light I’ve ever owned!
And I’ve owned plenty! It’s got two brightness levels. I rarely use the higher one, as the lower one is usually plenty. Nicely made, easy to use, good value for the money. Suggest buying the optional AC adapter.
5 Stars Perfect Kindle 2 reading light works with Cole Haan cover too
I bought this Mighty Bright light to read in bed with my Kindle 2. I happened to have gotten the overpriced Cole Haan protective cover as well (which I LOVE) and the light is perfect. It has two settings for brightness which is great, plus it is very flexible so that you can aim the light in varying directions to avoid glare on your Kindle screen very easily. It takes 3 AAA batteries which are not included with the purchase so be prepared to have these at home so you’re not disappointed when it arrives and you can’t use it right away. If you have the Cole Haan cover the light slides between the cover and the Kindle perfectly and snugly so that reading with the cover in place is easy, which I loved, but even without the Cole Haan cover the light fits on the Kindle easily and the long flexible neck makes it easy to manipulate for reading. I’ve had several different night lights over the years and this is by far the best I’ve ever owned, so I bought one for my hubby right away as well.
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