One of my students taught me how to make these pretty paper snowflakes.
We made giant ones using 8 x 8" squares.
Here's how you make them!
To make a paper star or snowflake
step 1: Get ready.
You will need six sheets of paper, scissors, tape {stapler optional}
step 2: Cut.
Fold paper to make a perfect square and cut off excess.
step 3: Fold again to make a smaller triangle.
step 4: Open triangle and make 5 - 6 cuts toward the center fold.
Do not go all the way to the fold; leave 1/4 inch uncut.
step 5: Do the same on the other side.
{If you feel brave, you can make easier symetrical cuts by keeping the paper folded}
step 6: Open the paper completely to reveal all the cuts.
Step 7: Start taping.
Gather the centermost diamond and tape the points together
Step 8: Flip the paper over and tape the next diamond together.
Step 9: Flip again and tape the next diamond.
Step 10. Continue this until finished.
Step 11: Make 5 more...and gather all 6 parts and staple or tape them together.
Step 12: Roll a little tape {or staple} the sides together.
Here are a couple of YouTube links that will walk you through it.
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