Origami Christmas Ornaments

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Why

Origami Christmas Ornaments will quickly become a family favorite!

Steps

  1. 1. Using Crayola® Scissors, cut black or dark blue construction paper into a square. Fold the square in half by matching two opposite corners. You now have a triangle.
  2. 2. Place the triangle on a flat surface with the folded side at the bottom. Fold up the bottom left corner so it touches the mid-point of the right side of the triangle. Fold the bottom right corner over so it touches the mid-point of the left side of the triangle.
  3. 3. You now have two smaller triangles at the top. Fold the front triangle down over the folded pieces. Attach it with a Crayola Glue Stick. Tuck the back triangle inside the bell-shaped ornament.
  4. 4. Using Crayola Gel Markers, draw Christmas symbols on your ornament. Add Crayola Glitter Glue to create an even more festive look. Dry.
  5. 5. Gently stretch your bell open. Punch a small hole in the back of the bell near the top. Run ribbon or yarn through to the inside and knot for hanging.

When & Where

"Kids made squares of all sizes! Paper folding really intrigues them."
- Sonia W., Saturday craft class leader.

"This is a neat origami project. Older kids helped younger ones at first. The Gel Markers are so beautiful!"
- Marc P., after-school volunteer.

Interesting Info

Scotch Pine and Douglas Fir have been the two most popular types of Christmas trees in the United States. Fraser Fir is growing in popularity because its softer needles are less likely to shed.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.

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