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[Paper cup] Handheld Koinobori (carp streamer)

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Here’s a craft idea for making a carp streamer (koinobori) using a paper cup.

You’ll need: a paper cup, origami paper, round stickers, chenille stems (pipe cleaners), and a straw.

First, draw a black pupil on a round sticker and attach it to the side near the bottom of the cup.

Cut the origami paper into small triangles and stick them onto the cup to create scales.

For the tail, cut strips of origami paper and attach them like streamers.

Punch two holes in the bottom of the cup and thread a chenille stem through.

Then thread it through a straw that also has holes, twist to secure.

Finally, sandwich and glue a gold circular piece at the top of the straw—and it’s done!

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[Paper Plate] Wobbly Koinobori (Carp Streamer)

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Let me share an idea for making a carp streamer using a paper plate.

When you touch it, it gently sways and looks very cute, so please give it a try.

First, fold a paper plate in half and cut the face part straight across.

For the tail, cut straight first, then trim it into a tail shape.

Next, use glitter tape to outline the face and tail sections you just cut.

Finally, stick on half-circle tapes as scales and add the eyes made by layering large and small round stickers—and you’re done!

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straw dragonfly

[Craft Play 057] How to Make a Straw Dragonfly: An Easy, Handmade Toy That Flies

Here’s an idea for making a dragonfly toy using a milk carton and a straw.

This isn’t a real dragonfly—it’s a spinning toy you can play with.

First, cut the milk carton into strips about 2 cm wide.

Fold a strip in half, then round off both ends to make the wings.

Have the kids draw on the wings—any patterns or designs they like are fine.

Once the drawings are done, insert the wings into a straw that has a slit on one end, and staple them in place.

Finally, spread the wings out to both sides, and it’s complete! It takes a bit of practice to get it spinning, so try taking it outside first and experiment to find a fun way to play with it.

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Carp streamer with triangular scales

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In this carp streamer craft, the scales are represented with triangles.

First, cut origami paper into squares, fold each one into a triangle, and glue the inside to hold the shape.

Attach these to the carp streamer base to create the scales, add the eye, and your “triangular-scale carp streamer” is complete.

It’s also great for practicing scissor skills and getting used to origami.

If you want a more three-dimensional look, apply glue only to one outer side of the folded triangle so the scales stand up.

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transparent windmill

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May has pleasant weather and is a season for lots of outdoor play.

How about making and taking this transparent pinwheel with you? Cut a clear file into a square and draw any patterns you like with a permanent marker.

Make slits at the corners of the clear file, then punch a hole in one of the split corners.

Do the same for the other three corners.

Be sure to choose either the left or right side consistently for the holes.

Punch a hole in the center of the clear file as well, then thread a cotton swab—trim the cotton off one end—through all the holes.

Finally, insert the cotton swab into an accordion-style straw, and you’re done! An adult should handle cutting and assembly of the clear file.

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paper plate Frisbee

[Preschool Teacher] Quick and Easy! How to Make a Paper Plate Frisbee ✨ [Nursery School / Kindergarten]

Let’s make a paper plate toy that’s perfect for playing outside! Start by marking the rim so the paper plate is divided into eight equal sections.

First, mark a cross, then fill in the spaces between those marks.

It doesn’t have to be exact, so no need to measure precisely! Once you’ve made the marks, draw four small circles just inside the rim, skipping every other section.

Draw any picture you like in the center of the plate, then make small cuts with scissors along the marks on the rim.

Fold the sections with the circle marks inward and the others outward—and you’re done! Be careful when using scissors.

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