How to make a star

   Several years ago, I folded paper into little stars and placed them into the jar, which I just found after cleaning out my basement.  I forgot that I wrote little messages in those little stars during one of the toughest times in my life and most stressful time in my life as a stress reliever....origami was also a good way for me to relax when I was in Nursing school. 

 

Here's how you can make a star with scrap papers:

 

1. Strip of paper, size measure of 1/2 in x 8 in. The wider the paper, the bigger the star.

2. Fold it into a knot towards one end (either left or right side).

3. Press down, fold the paper.

4. Turn it over.

5. Tuck the shorter end underneath as pictured.

6. Pull and fold the shorter end.

7. Turn over to the other side.

8. Tuck the longer end underneath as pictured.

9. Pull and tug the longer piece. Fold and press.



 

10: Tuck the shorter end underneath again to keep it secure.

11. Turn it over, keep folding it over each other buy following the shape of the pentagon. The more times you cover each side, the firmer the star will become.

12. Keep folding it around.

13. Once you have just a small piece left, you just have to tuck it underneath the fold to keep it secure.

14. Now, just pinch each corner with your fingernails.

WA LA!

Place them in fancy vase or hang them from the ceiling to decorate your home.

I hope you enjoyed making it!!!
Please feel free to post comments, decorations and also pictures of what you created!
Thank you!!!

Chocolate decor idea

 

 

Chocolate??

 

Why not!

 

Who doesn't love chocolate! I know I do!  I have created something I wanted to share with everyone.  I started making this several years ago for  two reasons 1.) I love chocolate 2.) It was the holiday and wanted to bring in something different to share with my co-workers (Christmas at the time).

 

If you are allergic to glue or adhesive, please be cautious when using hot glue gun or removing the candy to eat.  So far, I have not experienced the hot glue melting the candy wrappers.

 

I made these for co-workers during many holidays and everyone seems to enjoy the treat and the look of it. My husband even took them to his work and shared with his colleagues. It is very easy and it takes me less than 30 minutes to make, the hardest part was trying to figure which candy I wanted and what pattern I wanted on the wreath.

 

 

Supplies:

Ribbons (1-2" width is recommended)

Any size Styrofoam beveled wreaths

Bags of candy (I love the bag with various chocolate)

Hot glue gun and sticks

Embellishments  (Examples; ornaments, ribbons, etc.)

 

 

NOTE: For a small wreath you will need up to 50-75 candy to cover the wreath (depending on the size of the candy and how many other decorations you want to add on there).  The large 16" wreath you will need about 80-100 candy, again depending on the size of the candy and how many other decorations you want to add in there.

 

 

When making this, you can get as creative as you want, it can be as small or as large as you want it to be. You get to choose the candy you want on this wonderful treat, here are a few examples;

 

I called this one "Chocolate Lover Platter." 

This is a 7.5"x 1.25" Styrofoam disk covered in chocolate. 

 



This is as small as my hand. It is 12" Floracraft Beveled Styrofoam wreath.

 

 

 This is 16" Floracraft Beveled Styrofoam wreath.

 

 

  

I have made a tutorial video and posted on Youtube a few years ago.

 

 

Please check back later for more ideas!!

 

 

 

 

 

THANKS FOR WATCHING!!!