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Papercraft Using Folding Techniques

Paper craft refers to the artistic use of any kind of paper in order to fashion any pattern or generate products that are pleasing to the eye in a visually appealing way. It refers to the collection of creative practices wherever paper or card serves as the fundamental medium for expression.

Young people are particularly fond of making things out of paper (ages 5-12). They find it entertaining to work with paper in a variety of ways, such as by cutting, colouring, and drawing various objects on it. Children who engage in activities involving paper crafts develop their creative abilities. On the other hand, adults may participate in paper crafts as well. There are people who make a living by practising the skill of paper craft because it enables them to communicate their thoughts and feelings via the medium of paper. A photo frame that is fashioned out of different patterned papers is a good example.

Materials and Tools for Making Paper Craft

• Paper
• Paper Cutting Machine
• Scissors, Knife, Blade
• Gum
• Paper Trimmer
• Punches
• Ribbons
• Colours/ Coloured Pencils/Marker
• Paper Piercing Mat

Methods Of Folding In Paper Craft

• Square
• Triangular
• Rectangular
• Pleating

Folding a Cuboid

A solid object is said to be a cuboid if it has six rectangular sides that are perpendicular to one another and the other sides. This may be accomplished by putting together two cubes in a side-by-side arrangement. (a cube is a solid that has six sides that are all the same length, and all of its angles are right angles)

Step 1, sketch the item you want to make on a piece of cardboard. Check that each of the six squares has the same amount of space. (it will be beneficial to construct flaps on the sides of section 1 of the squares in order to aid make applying the glue more straightforward)

Step 2 cut the drawing out.

Step 3: Fold the cardboard into a square shape along the dotted line

Step 4: Form a cube out of the square cardboard by opening it up.

Step 4: Form a cube out of the square cardboard by opening it up. attach the wings together by using an adhesive (such as glue or gum). (It should not be difficult for you to apply the glue on the flaps.)

The sixth step is to make as many cuboids as you can, preferably between six and eight, and then glue them together in whatever inventive way that you choose.

Folding A Pyramid

A big structure that has a square or triangular foundation and sloping sides that meet at a point at the apex of the structure is known as a pyramid. One way to explain it would be to say that it is the formation of a solid item by the assembly of three or four triangles with equilateral sides.

One way to explain it would be to say that it is the formation of a solid item by the assembly of three or four triangles with equilateral sides.

 Step 1: Using a sheet of cardboard, measure and draw an equilateral triangle to a size of four inches, and then cut it out ( in order to create a flap on which the other sides will rest, you will need to proceed to step 2 & 3 before cutting)

Step 2: With the assistance of a ruler, precisely find the middle of each side. 

Step 2: With the assistance of a ruler, precisely find the middle of each side. 

Step 4 involves folding the cardboard along the inner triangle and then applying glue to the edge of the pyramid so that the finished product has a perfect point at the very top.

Uses Of Paper Folding Techniques

1. It helps the pupils become better at being accurate.

2. It encourages the growth of the student’s sense of harmony.

3. It is helpful in the fundamental training of any construction-related endeavour.

4. It is used for the purpose of structural composition

5. It is used in the construction of educational resources, such as three-dimensional objects and designs, among other things.

6. It fosters an attitude of inventiveness and originality in the kids.

Safety Measures

1. Instead of using razor blades, you should cut using scissors or a cutter.

2. Ensure that your measurements are exact in order to avoid wasting any supplies.