Paper Crafts

Paper Crafts at HowStuffWorks is your destination for fun crafts made from paper. Kids will enjoy making masks, hats, baskets and other paper crafts.

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Paper-mache has been used by ancient cultures and schoolchildren alike to create sculptures, masks and statues that are durable, light and easily fashioned from readily available materials.

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You want to make a paper cup phone with you children but don't remember how to do it. Read here to find out how to make a paper cup phone.

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You want to make a paper tank, in other words, origami cut-outs, with your class. Learn about how to make a paper tank from this article.

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There is no greater fun for kids than to make origami animals. Join the fun and show kids how to make origami animals.

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Have geological formations erupt in your own home when you make a paper mache volcano. Learn about how to make a paper mache volcano in this article.

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Wallpaper -- most people either love it or hate it, on walls that is. But as a recycled crafting material -- what's not to love? Find out how to make book covers, picture frames and greeting cards using old wallpaper.

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Paper art crafts for kids are easy, fun, and best of all, inexpensive. All you need are a few pieces of paper and some imagination to have a ton of fun creating all sorts of projects that you can show off to your friends and family.

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The Paper Flying Disc is a fun paper craft for those looking for a little action. Make your own Flying Disc and watch it fly and spin.

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This Paper Kite paper craft will have your spirits soaring. Learn how to create your own paper kite with the directions found in this article.

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These Paper Binoculars for kids are a neat paper craft you can make yourself. Learn how to make your own pair with these step-by-step instructions.

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This Paper Castle is a fun paper craft project fit for a king or queen. Learn how to create your own Paper Castle with these instructions.

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Paper Baskets are perfect for anyone looking for a fun paper craft project. Learn how to make paper baskets of your own.

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Making Paper Chains is a great way to start working with paper crafts. Learn how to make several different paper chains with these easy instructions.

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Paper flowers make the same statement of real flowers, but last longer. Learn how to make this paper flower and other paper crafts in this article.

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This Paper Train is a fun paper craft project. Learn how to make your own Paper Train with these simple instructions.

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Take flight with the paper airplanes and paper airplane activities in this article. From bombers to rockets, find instructions, patterns, and photos.

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Making a cute paper clock is easy with these paper craft instructions. Learn how to make a time-telling tool of your own.

Teach your kids how to make greeting cards for any occasion. Show loved ones how much you and your family care by sending a card made just for them.

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This paper gondola is a world-class paper craft. Learn how to make your own paper gondola with these simple instructions.

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This paper lighthouse is a fun paper craft. Learn how to create your own paper lighthouse with the step-by-step instructions in this article.

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Imagine growing basil, lavender, and oregano in your own room! The Herb Garden Planter craft puts a mini garden in your house. Learn how to help kids make an Herb Garden Planter out of egg cartons in this article.

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Paper craft books are fun and educational too. Encourage a love of drawing, reading and writing with these inspired kids' craft projects.

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Learn paper games for kids that provide hours of entertainment for the whole family. Find out how to make mind-bending puzzles and games of skill.

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Paper mobiles are an easy, inexpensive and fun paper craft for kids of all ages. Learn more about the art of crafting inventive paper mobiles.

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If you're a stickler for handmade crafts, you'll love these fun craft stick projects for kids. Learn more about craft stick projects for kids.

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