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PAPER PLAY
PAPER PLAY CREATING PROJECTS WITH NEWSPAPER Chalimar Prasertsri
A LITTLE INTRODUCTION
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TOOLS & MATERIALS
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PROJECT TEMPLATES
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MAKE A PAPER WREATH
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MAKE PAPER FLOWERS
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CREATE AN IPAD CASE
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MEET THE AUTHOR
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© 2013 Chalimar Prasertsri & Brit Co. All rights reserved.
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A LITTLE INTRODUCTION
The newspaper has been a part of our daily lives for several centuries. They have been a way for the public to be informed of events that are occurring around the world. Newspapers have undergone dramatic changes over the course of history. Some of the earliest newspapers date back to Ancient Rome. It seems that these days, newspapers are heading towards an obsolete direction. The circulation of all things printed has plummeted. More and more people are turning to the Internet as the source of culture. Still, there’s something sort of precious about real, in-hand, black and gray newsprint; a graphic puzzle of words on that soft, smudgy paper. However, most people can not imagine that the newspaper will ever completely disappear. So there will always be newspapers, and thus there will always be need for green disposal of said newspapers. This zine contains project ideas for re-purposing newspaper. These ideas are actually creative and actually useful and may actually save you some money by replacing something you already use, making them actually eco-friendly. Ready? Here we go!
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TOOLS & MATERIALS
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PROJECT TEMPLATES WREATH LEAVES
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FLOWERS
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Make a PAPER WREATH Want to add some new decor to your home? Add some color and texture to a room with this super easy and stylish newspaper wreath.
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ABOUT THIS PROJECT
MATERIALS
DIFFICULTY
Newspaper
Easy
Colorful paper
TIME
Cardboard ring
20 – 30 minutes
X-acto knife / scissors
YIELDS
Glue stick
One wreath
STEP ONE Cut out many leaf shapes out of newspaper and colored paper. TIP An x-acto knife will allow you to have more creativity with the shapes you are able tow create. Or refer to the template page for samples.
STEP TWO Organize the leaves in a desired layout on your cardboard ring.
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STEP THREE Secure your leaves using a glue stick. TIP Newspaper is extremely difficult to readjust once it has glue on it. Work quickly and plan ahead.
STEP FOUR Continue to add multiple layers onto your wreath to add depth and texture. TIP If you’d prefer an even more customized wreath, try implementing special shapes or specific accent colors.
FINISHED Hang up and enjoy!
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MAKE PAPER FLOWERS Flowers have always been a top gift choice for any occasion. With these flowers, you can give everyone special a bouquet.
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ABOUT THIS PROJECT
MATERIALS
DIFFICULTY
Newspaper
Easy
Colorful paper
TIME
Wooden dowels
10 minutes
X-acto knife / scissors
YIELDS
Tape
Multiple flowers
STEP ONE Cut out flower shapes from newspaper and colored papers. TIP Refer to the template page for some examples.
STEP TWO Take the paper flower cut outs and press a wooden stick or dowel through the center. TIP If you are having trouble with puncturing your paper flowers, try making a slit on the paper.
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STEP THREE Keep layering on each dowel until you reach a desired consistency for your paper flowers. TIP Try adding some tape on the dowel near the bottom of your flowers if they keep sliding down.
STEP FOUR Keep repeating for as many paper flowers as you’d like!
FINISHED Give to a friend or enjoy them yourself!
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CREATE AN IPAD CASE Need to make a make-shift case for your iPad for your trip tomorrow? No problem, we’ve got it covered.
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ABOUT THIS PROJECT
MATERIALS
DIFFICULTY
Newspaper
Moderate
Colorful paper
TIME
Adhesive
20 – 30 minutes
Packaging tape
YIELDS
Velcro tape
One iPad case
STEP ONE Overlay the padded envelope with trimmed sheets of newspaper and paste in place.
STEP TWO Add a strip of colored paper to the top and flap of the envelope. TIP Bright colors add an exciting contrast to the stark appearance of newspaper.
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STEP THREE Reinforce your envelope by layering strips of clear packaging tape to the exterior. TIP This portion is tedious; try to be patient and diligent when taping. It’s very easy to ruin your all hard-work when tape is misplaced.
STEP FOUR Add the respective parts of velcro tape under the envelope flap’s center and directly on the body.
FINISHED Now you have a nice cushy case for your iPad.
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MEET THE AUTHOR
Chalimar Prasertsri is a graphic design student with a background in print design who has an affinity for all things cute, colorful and sparkly. She lives in Portland with her dog, Rocky, and enjoys adventuring whenever the opportunity arises. You can view more of her work at www.cargocollective.com/chali.
DEDICATIONS I’d like to dedicate this zine to all the paper that I’ve accumulated over the years but cannot part with easily. I believe that everything can have a second chance at being recycled, re-purposed or put to another use. And I’d also like to dedicate this to my love, Rich, for putting up with my paper hoarding.
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ART 471 | Spring 2013