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Folded-paper celebration stars

Make bright accordion stars for a winter window, a birthday table or a just-because celebration.

40 min1–6 makersAges 6+ with adult help4 illustrated steps ↓
Accordion-folded paper rosettes with pointed edges and short hanging loops.
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A LITTLE INSPIRATION

See it. Make it.
Make it yours.

Start with this finished example, then follow the four illustrated steps below. Choose the colors and details that feel like you.

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  1. Two matching rectangles of paper folded into even accordion pleats.

    Fold two accordions

    Accordion-fold both paper rectangles using folds of the same width.

  2. Each pleated strip folded in half with its inner edges glued into a fan.

    Make two fans

    Fold each accordion in half to form a fan. Glue the inner edges of each fan together.

  3. Two paper fans joined along their remaining edges to form a full circular star.

    Join the fans

    Glue the two fans along their remaining edges to make a full circle. An adult may trim the folded tips into a simple point before joining.

  4. A dried, fully opened pleated paper star with a short ribbon display loop.

    Open and display

    Let the glue dry, gently open the folds and add a short display loop. Mix sizes for a paper constellation.

A little help: Hang securely away from lights, heat and young children’s reach.

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