1. Measure, mark and cut two equally-sized rectangles from paper. Accordian fold each like a fan, trying to keep each fold the same width. Trim excess at end.
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How to Make Easy Halloween Ornaments
by Gina Provenzano
Still stumped by which Halloween decorations to use for your upcoming party? How's this for a Halloween craft? Try these easy-to-make folded paper ornaments. They'll add some spark to the corner of a room, over a party table or on a covered porch. They're so simple to do, just think back to your kindergarten days and get folding.
What You'll Need
- Crepe or Tissue Paper
- Paper Glue
- Scissors
- Ruler Pencil
- Holepunch
- String
- Stapler
View the slideshow above for step by step instructions.
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2. Fold pleated paper fan in half. Staple at the center point of each fan.
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3. Glue folds of fan together where they meet in the center. Then, glue the first fan to the second fan along each edge.
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4. Punch a hole in one pleat along outside edge and tie a long string to hang ornament. If desired hot glue a colored button at the center.
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5. Vary the sizes and colors of each rectangle to create a mixed grouping. Think about using patterned paper (lightweight works best) as well as making a scalloped-edge, by trimming the square ends into a rounded shape.
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