These paper stars are simple to make and an awesome paper craft activity to keep your kids entertained for a long while. My kids love to make loads of these paper stars to string together as garlands or gifts for friends. This is a quick and easy paper craft to introduce kids to the world of origami paper folding. They’ll also be working on developing fine motor skills and practicing patience.
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Here’s how to make paper stars of your own:
Gather Your Supplies:
For this project, you will need:
- Paper Strips for Origami
- A clean, flat surface
Fold the Paper:
Here is a step-by-step video tutorial:
Here’s the direct link to the video tutorial.
Craft Ideas for Paper Stars:
- Create a festive garland or a soothing mobile by stringing together small folded paper stars. Hang them in a window, over a bed, or in any corner of your home to add a pop of color and a magical ambiance.
- Decorate handmade greeting cards to give them a unique and personal touch. Whether it’s for birthdays, holidays, or special occasions, the stars will add an extra dose of charm.
- Adorn your gift wrapping. Attach them to the ribbon or directly onto the gift wrap to make your presents stand out with a lovely handmade touch.
- Spruce up your party decorations by incorporating them into centerpieces, tablescapes, or even hanging from the ceiling. Choose colors that match the party theme for a cohesive look.
- Make adorable bookmarks by attaching a small folded star to the top of a strip of cardstock or ribbon. These charming bookmarks will encourage reading and make lovely gifts for book lovers.
- Create unique and lightweight Christmas tree ornaments. You can make them in various colors and sizes to add a personal touch to your holiday decor.
- Make a memory jar by writing a heartfelt message or a positive affirmation on the paper strips before folding them into stars. This “memory jar” makes a thoughtful gift and serves as a constant reminder of good times and special memories.
- Arrange them in a pattern or a shape on a canvas or sturdy cardstock to create beautiful and affordable wall art. Frame the artwork to display in your home or gift it to a loved one.
- Make a “wishing jar” where family members can write down their wishes on strips of paper, fold them into stars, and place them in the jar. It’s a fun and heartwarming way to share hopes and dreams with each other.
More Easy Paper Crafts for Kids:
- Paper Hearts – There are lots of ways to make a heart out of paper. This is one of my favorite methods for making paper hearts, and it is easy to do! All you need is a sheet of paper, scissors, and some double-sided tape.
- Paper Claws – Learn how to make paper claws with this easy tutorial! These paper claws are a fun boredom buster or rainy day craft for kids. Perfect for pretend play or fold up a set of these paper claws for dress-up! Step-by-step directions using a sheet of letter-sized paper (8 inches x 11 inches). No scissors or glue are needed.
- Simple Paper Kite – Learn how to make a simple kite in about 2 minutes with this EASY step-by-step tutorial!