Paper Snowflake Christmas Ornaments

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Step-by-step instructions

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   Step 1: Make a square

   Fold one corner of a sheet of paper down to the opposite edge to form a triangle, then cut off the extra strip. Keep the triangle folded.

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   Step 2: Fold in half again

   Fold the triangle in half to make a smaller triangle, with the long folded edge at the bottom.

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   Step 3: Fold into thirds

   Fold the left side over by one third, then fold the right side over the top so the edges line up. This creates six sections.

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   Step 4: Trim the top

   Cut straight across the top at an angle, just below where the paper layers start, to remove the uneven tips.

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   Step 5: Cut your design

   Draw shapes along both folded edges and cut them out: small triangles, half circles and notches. Leave some paper uncut between cuts so the snowflake holds together.

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   Step 6: Unfold and stiffen

   Unfold carefully, press flat under a book for a few minutes, then brush on a thin coat of decoupage glue. Dry flat, then tie on thread for hanging.

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