3D Holographic Paper Star
Holographic cardstock turns a simple scored star into something eye-catching. The trick is scoring every line before you fold, which gives the points their crisp ridges.
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- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Crafting time
- 30 minutes
- Estimated cost
- Under $6
Table of contents
Working with holographic paper
Holographic and glitter cardstock cracks if you fold it without scoring. Always score first with an empty ballpoint pen or a bone folder against a ruler.
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Materials and supplies
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tools you'll need
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Empty ballpoint pen or bone folder
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Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Cut two stars
Trace a six-pointed star onto the back of each sheet and cut them out.
Sheet of green holographic paper ready to cut Step 2: Score the lines
On each star, score a line from every point to the center, and from every inner corner to the center.
Step 3: Fold the ridges
Fold the point lines as mountain folds and the inner-corner lines as valley folds. Each star rises into a 3D shape.
Step 4: Join the halves
Put tape along the edges of one star and press the second star onto it, back to back.
Step 5: Hang
Thread a loop through the tip of one point or glue it between the halves before joining.
pro tips!
Helpful craft tips
- Score on the back side of the paper so the shiny side stays smooth.
- A slightly blunt point makes stronger star tips.
Variations to try
- Use different colors for the front and back.
- Make a set of stars in three sizes for a hanging mobile.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my holographic paper crack when folded?
It needs to be scored first. Run an empty pen along a ruler on each fold line before folding.
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