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Category: tutorials
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How to make an origami star for Christmas
A modular 5 point origami star tutorial Yesterday I was at the Ideal Home Show Christmas show at Olympia, running workshops and giving origami demos. It was great fun and SO Christmassy! If you couldn’t be there (or you want a reminder of how to make these pretty paper stars), I’ve made a video tutorial…
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Valentine Origami Cupid’s Arrow Tutorial
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s day or Galentine’s day, these cute DIY Valentine origami cupid’s arrows are perfect to send to your friends or your love. Follow along with the video below to make them. What you need to make a Valentine origami Cupid’s arrow a toothpick a square of 7.5cm square red or pink paper…
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How to write a thank you note like a boss
I was brought up to always send thanks for gifts and kindnesses. I know it makes my day when I receive a proper thank you note through my letter box. Of course a text, or email of thanks is lovely to receive too, but nothing beats a handwritten note. So how do you write a…
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How to wrap an odd shaped gift: 4 easy solutions
One thing we’re often asked (especially at this time of year) is how to wrap an odd shaped gift. Well, the easy answer is to pop it in a gift bag with some tissue paper, but of course that’s not always the best solution… You may not have a gift bag to hand (and it’s…
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Super simple washi tape DIY Christmas card
Do your kids love to make a different kind of DIY Christmas card each year? Do you struggle to come up with new ideas that will be simple enough for them to make without getting frustrated? Well, you needn’t worry, as this year we are joining lots of amazing bloggers in sharing their kid-made Christmas…
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Mini DIY pick up sticks game
This mini DIY pick up sticks game is so easy and quick to make using just toothpicks and washi tape. It’s great to take on holiday because it’s travel sized and would make a cute handmade stocking filler. What you need to make a mini DIY pick up sticks game A box of toothpicks Some…
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The cutest mini washi tape pumpkins
This week has been super busy, but we’ve still found time to make these easy peasy pretty washi tape pumpkins. What you need to make mini washi tape pumpkins: mini pumpkins (these are called munchkins) matt paint (we used a Farrow & Ball test pot, but chalk paint would also work brilliantly) a paintbrush assorted…
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Washi tape spider web easy Halloween craft
Washi tape spider web Today we have an incredibly simple Halloween craft idea for you. The great thing about using washi tape for Halloween decorations is that you can completely transform your home without damaging anything. This is because washi tape is removable and can be repositioned multiple times. To make this washi tape spider…
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Origami samurai helmet tutorial
Origami samurai helmet tutorial Today’s origami samurai helmet tutorial was inspired by a film. Last week we saw Kubo and the Two Strings at the cinema. Kubo is a magical film with a great story. I particularly enjoyed the way the film included origami in the animation. Origami characters and figures are used beautifully to…
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Paper cutting for absolute beginners
Paper cutting for absolute beginners by Paper Scissors Rock I’m delighted to have super-talented paper cutter, Sam from Paper Scissors Rock guest-posting at The Paperdashery about paper cutting. Just take a look at her amazing skills below… Wow! Trial & error… This is by no means a ‘how to’ guide. Paper cutting, like all other…
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Washi tape envelope art
One of my wonderful postcard penpals, Helga (@loveualatte on Instagram) totally inspired me with her easy washi tape envelope art. She very kindly gave me permission to share it with you here. Thanks Helga! Of course it looks great on happy mail, but would work equally well for scrapbooking or embellishments. Easy washi tape envelope…
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How to make an origami hummingbird
Origami Hummingbird Tutorial Earlier this week I learnt how to make this gorgeous paper origami hummingbird by following a video tutorial by Trahu DIY. YouTube is great for learning how to make new origami models – I find it so much easier to follow along by watching a step-by-step video than trying to figure out…
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How to make Easter origami egg cups
These Easter origami egg cups are super simple and quick to make! To make Easter origami egg cups, you will need: A square piece of paper 15cm x 15cm (it looks best if the paper is a different colour on each side) How to make Easter origami egg cups: Simply follow along with the video…
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Pop up scrapbook waterfall tutorial
Today I’m delighted to welcome guest-poster Jenny Koovakada to show us how to make a paper scrapbook waterfall. This gives a fantastic pop up effect on happy mail and scrapbooks. Over to Jenny… To make a pop up scrapbook waterfall, you will need: a small rectangular piece of card measuring 1×4.5” (2.5×11.5cm) 4 square pieces…
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DIY Washi Tape Aperture Greeting Card
We just adore these mini aperture cards which can be personalised with washi tape – each pack contains three cards – choose from thank you, happy birthday or star…
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Mini Washi Tape Bunting
One of our favourite ideas is mini washi tape bunting (and it’s super easy to make)…
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Washi Tape Jam Jar Vases
Q: What the heck do I do with washi tape anyway?! A: Well, the possibilities are endless (truly!), but over the next few months I would like to share some of my favourite ideas with you, starting with a super simple washi tape jam jar vase. This is perfect for brightening up a windowsill or…