Friday, January 25, 2013

Chinese NewYear Paper Crafts

Here is a simple and fun DIY Craft to create memories for this years Chinese New Year 2013- Year of the Snake!




How to make a paper lantern craft
start with a piece of construction paper or copy paper and fold in half


Cut slits from the fold, 3/4 the length of from the fold to the edge



Press flat and decorate, we chose a snake pattern since we are celebrating the year of the snake!



Finally, refold for a fresh crease, roll and tape the ends, cut approximately 
8" x 1" handle and tape, staple or glue to the top of your lantern!



Paper Snake Puppet Craft

Draw a snake on your construction paper or copy paper


Cut your snake out carefully!


Decorate your snake, we used eyes, a marker and glitter glue


Tape a string to the tail of your snake and suspend. You have a snake puppet or snake decor!


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Author, Lisa Yu 

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