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Op Art Weaving

Op Art Weaving

Use Crayola Scissors to create eye-popping optical illusions with vibrant weavings!

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up

Cut and Color

CIY Staff

Supplies/Tools Directions

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! ...

Construction Paper
Glue

Steps

Step 1

Use Crayola Scissors to cut a large, wavy-sided rectangle out of colorful or wavy-lined paper.
Step 2

Cut several wavy lines across the inside, going in the same direction as the long wavy edges. Leave a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border on all sides. Make your slits at least 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) apart.
Step 3

Cut several 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) strips from contrasting paper. Weave the strips through the slits. Alternate weaving over and then under. Continue weaving until the space is filled with bright designs.
Step 4

Trim off any strips that hang out from your original shape. Use tiny dots of glue to hold your weaving in place. Air-dry the glue before you wow your friends with your optical illusion.

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