This is a perfectΒ kid's craft for Memorial Day weekend!Β Paper pinwheels can make a great decor and also easy to make! Let your little one help you cut or create a coloring version.
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Materials:
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printableΒ (print them double sided on a cardstock) or scrapbooking printed paper
- exacto knife or scissors
- paper fastener (I got star shaped ones for fun. There are many options on Amazon)
- paper straw
- hole punch (1/8)
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1. cut out square in printable or cut printed paper into a square
2. make diagonal cut and punch holes where indicated. The center hole will have to be cut out with Exacto knife.
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3. punch a hole on one end of paper straw
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4. gather corner with holes into the center
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5. use paper fastener to hold together loosely.Β
6. Test out your pinwheels! adjust fastener distance if necessary.
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