How to Make an Easy Paper Star Garland

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Step-by-step instructions

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   Step 1: Cut your paper into squares

   Cut each sheet into 4 × 4 inch squares. A square gives you just enough room for a 3½-inch star with a small margin.

   

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   Step 2: Trace and cut the stars

   Place the template on a square, trace lightly with pencil and cut along the lines. Cut slightly inside the pencil line so no marks remain.

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   Step 3: Score the fold lines

   Using a ruler, score a line from each point through the center to the opposite inner corner. Scoring first gives you crisp folds without cracking the paper.

   

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   Step 4: Fold for dimension

   Fold along each line from the point to the center as a mountain fold, then pinch the inner corners as valley folds. The star will rise in the middle.

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   Step 5: Attach the stars to the string

   Lay the string out flat and space the stars about 6 inches apart. Add a small strip of double-sided tape to the back of each star and press the string into it. Cover with a small paper circle for a neat finish.

   

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   Step 6: Hang and adjust

   Tie a loop at each end of the string and hang the garland. Slide stars along the tape if the spacing needs adjusting before it sets.

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