Here it is...my version of the pleated paper star!
STEP 1:
Cut a 1 1/2" x 12" strip of patterned paper. Score vertically every 1/4". (Notice that's a scoring blade, not a cutting blade). You will have five 12" long scoring marks when you are done.
STEP 2:
Cut the strip into 1 1/2" x 2" pieces. This will give you 6 pieces. You only need 5. Using a fine-tipped red pen and a ruler, draw three lines across the top of each small piece.
STEP 3:
Fold each piece like you would a fan. When the green side is up, the two folds on the ends should be pointing down. This gives you 3 peaks and 2 valleys.
Using a tiny stapler (like a Tim Holtz Tiny Attacher), staple the end closest to the red lines. Repeat for all five pieces.
STEP 5:
Arrange pieces into the shape of a star and attach to background with glue dots.
STEP 6:
Cover the hole in the center of the star with punched pieces placed on pop dots. Embellish as desired.
Enjoy!
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