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Awesome art and craft (Book 3) Published by R.I.C. Publications® 2015 Copyright© Miya Maeda 2015 ISBN 978-1-922116-24-6 RIC–6600 Titles available in this series: Awesome art and craft (Book 1) Awesome art and craft (Book 2) Awesome art and craft (Book 3) Published by: R.I.C. Publications® Pty Ltd PO Box 332, Greenwood Western Australia 6924 Distributed by: UK/Ireland Prim-Ed Publishing Marshmeadows New Ross Co. Wexford Republic of Ireland USA Didax Education 395 Main Street Rowley MA 01969 USA

Copyright Information Only the blackline masters contained within this publication may only be reproduced by the original purchaser for use with their class(es). The publisher prohibits the loaning or onselling of these blackline masters for purposes of reproduction. No other part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher.

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Foreword Awesome art and craft is a three-book collection of vibrantly creative and uniquely inventive art and craft projects for children. Featuring stunning, full-colour photography and an innovative design, the series encourages children of all ages to develop, explore and enhance their visual arts experience. Each book is tailored to suit a specific age range: • Book 1 – Ages 4–5 • Book 2 – Ages 6–7 • Book 3 – Ages 8–11 In addition, many projects include instructions on how to extend and improve the activities for older students or how to simplify them for younger ages.

Contents Art basics: An introduction ................................. iv – vii

Mosaic platter ................................................. 45–46

© R. I . C.Pub l i cachandelier t i on s Cardboard ...................................... 50–51 ...................................................... Paddleboat Blossom bowls 7–8 .................................................... • f orr evi ew p ur pose sonl y• 52–53

Pineapple pot ...................................................... 2–4

Turkish sun catcher .......................................... 47–49

Bottle flowers ....................................................... 5–6

Nature pendants ................................................ 9–10

Intergalactic action pack .................................. 54–56

Wool-wrapped flowers ...................................... 11–12

Abacus ............................................................ 57–59

Weaving loom ................................................. 13–14

Cardboard car ................................................. 60–62

Woven basket .................................................. 15–16

Plastic bottle guitar .......................................... 63–64

Bottle birdfeeder .............................................. 17–18

Rubber band box harp ........................................... 65

Hanging baskets .............................................. 19–21

Solar lighthouse .............................................. 66–68

Wool-wrapped bracelet .......................................... 21

Tropical island ................................................. 69–72

Solar table lamp .............................................. 22–24

Fairyland ......................................................... 73–75

Beautiful birds ................................................. 25–27

Volcano ........................................................... 76–78

Giant ant ......................................................... 28–30

Boat in a bottle .................................................79–80

Bejewelled beetles ........................................... 31–32

Secret tree house ............................................ 81–82

Fantastic fossils ............................................... 33–34

Snow cave ...................................................... 83–85

Hand puppet ................................................... 35–37

Stone Age cave....................................................... 86

Walking emu puppet ........................................ 38–40

Templates ....................................................... 87–89

The owl and the pussycat ................................. 41–42

Notes .................................................................... 90

Samurai helmet ............................................... 43–44

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Art basics An introduction

Contrast

Effective contrasts create visual interest and variety. Contrast in visual art can be achieved in a number of ways: Simple colour contrasts emerge by juxtaposing complementary colours. Complementary colours are those that sit on opposite sides of the colour wheel. When placed together they produce the most vivid colour contrasts. The basic complementary combinations are red and green, blue and orange and purple and yellow. Varying the types of line and medium can also produce interesting contrasts. The watery background colour of the sea anemone pictured contrasts with the sharp, hard lines of the felt-tipped pen detail on the top. Additionally, the anemone design contrasts with the scratchy, chalk pencil shading of the rocks in the foreground.

Repetition

Shape, colour and style repetition can help to unify and balance a composition. Echoing colours, forms or shapes across different parts of an image draws the eye across the page.

Composition and balance

The composition of an artwork refers to the overall design of the piece. A balanced composition is one where all the visual elements are assembled within the space in a uniform and harmonious way.

Depth Creating a sense of 3-dimensional space, on a 2-dimensional surface, iv

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can be achieved in a number of ways. One simple method is to layer objects so that those in front overlap those behind; or varying the sizes of objects to suggest that smaller ones are further away from the viewer. Colour saturation can also suggest space. As the viewer looks into the distance, colours may become less and less saturated. In a traditional sky line the blue is more saturated or intense at

the top of the page because that is the area closest to the eye. The blue becomes less intense as it moves down the page, away from the viewer.

Media

Art media simply refers to the materials used to produce art, such as pencils, pastels, watercolour, charcoal etc. Mixed media artworks are those that combine a range of materials within the one piece.

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Texture

Emphasis

Texture

Creating interesting textural contrasts can be achieved by simply varying the materials and style of mark-making. This image combines a number of different mediums, such as oil pastels, watercolour, pencils, chalk pastels and felt-tipped markers. Although the materials and techniques vary, the image is unified by the use of similar colours, tones and themes. The diversity and juxtaposition of different textures creates variety and visual interest.

Emphasis

Emphasis refers to the weight, density or definition applied to elements of an artwork. Areas with emphasis are prominent; they are designed to stand out and catch the eye. Emphasis can be applied to any element of visual art practice such as colour, tone, form and texture.

Contour

Contours are the lines and patterns applied to suggest form and shape. Contour lines define the shape of the object or image. They indicate where the edges are and how the internal surface is formed. Many mediums can be used to create interesting contour lines. The fish pictured is outlined with a black marker pen.

Saturation

Colour saturation refers to how concentrated or intense a colour appears. Using only bright, deeply saturated colours can overwhelm the eye and detract from the brilliance of each shade. The bright orange of the sea anemone stalk is a highly saturated colour. The grey in the bodies of the school of fish is a lightly saturated colour.

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Tonal value is how dark or light an area appears. Colour tone refers to where a colour tone fits on a grey scale; i.e. purple has a relatively dark tone and is closer to dark grey/black tones, whereas yellow is the opposite and closer to white in tone. Blending subtle tonal variations is a good method of suggesting form. The jellyfish has a dark tone on the left-hand side. The shading becomes gradually lighter as it moves over to the right, until it is almost white. This emphasises the roundness of the shape and indicates where the light source is.

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Art basics An introduction

Colour

Colour mixing is usually represented by the colour wheel. In order to mix a basic range of colours, you need two versions, a warm and a cool, of the three primary colours: red, blue and yellow. Many quality paint brands for students list warm and cool primary colours within their range. A good method of exploring the potential of a selection of paint colours is to make a mixing chart, in which each colour is mixed.

Rule up a table on a large sheet of card. Include a column and row for each colour, plus one extra for labelling.

Arrange the colours from yellow to greens to blues to purples to reds.

Write the name of each colour in the same order along the top row and down the lefthand column.

The spot where the same name intersects will be the pure, unmixed colour straight from the tube.

Use a palette knife to mix the colours and apply them to the chart.

Mix the first two colours and add them to the chart where they intersect (pictured: cool and warm yellow).

The colour names will intersect in two places. Add a little white to the colour mix and paint it into the opposite position.

Adding white will produce a pastel version of the mixed colour.

Mix the first colour with the remaining colours and then move onto the next colour.

When mixing paint, gradually add small amounts of the darker colour into the lighter colour.

A palette knife is easier to wipe clean than brushes and reduces the risk of damaging brushes and contaminating colours.

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A colour mixing chart makes an excellent reference guide for the art room. It produces a diverse range of colours that may not have been discovered through traditional painting processes. It also saves on wasted paint. By consulting the chart, colours may be mixed correctly the first time. R.I.C. Publications® www.ricpublications.com.au

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Recycle and renew Incorporating household materials is a rewarding and inexpensive way to extend the creative experience. Many of the projects featured in this series are made from basic items, such as plastic bottles, food and drink cartons, disposable cups and boxes. To make the most of your materials, examine them from different angles. Alter the structure and appearance by cutting out sections, turning them around and adding pieces or changing the colour.

Visual diary

A visual diary is a sketchbook journal used to record and collect creative ideas, concepts, designs, compositions, swatches and images. Rather than a finished artwork, the diary is an informal notepad intended to aid in the development of art processes and communication. A visual diary can provide important insight into how an artwork has evolved and the thought processes that led to its creation. Visual diaries, folders and art display books are available in a range of different sizes and formats. A3 display books A display book contains clear plastic pockets that store and protect 2D artworks. They either have a fixed amount of pockets sewn into the seam or ring binders to insert loose pockets. Display books are primarily used for presentation and storage. Spiral-bound sketchbook A spiral sketchbook usually contains 60–100 sheets of cartridge paper. It has a durable, thick plastic cover and cardboard backing. This type of visual diary is convenient to work with as the spiral binding allows the book to be laid out flat.

Hardcover sketchbook A hardcover sketchbook has a traditional book binding, which makes it much longer lasting, but also means it cannot be laid out flat. The paper contained in a hardcover sketchbook is usually a high quality, acid-free drawing paper.

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A3 folders An economical alternative to a visual diary is a card or plastic folder. A cardboard folder is two sheets of heavyweight, grey board with a cloth tape hinge. An A3 document folder is like a large envelope than can hold and protect many loose sheets. Make your own by folding and stapling a large sheet of construction card.

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Pineapple pot

Notes

Preparation

Recycle a plastic water bottle and create this unique and realistic, pineapple-shaped storage container.

This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottle.

The middle section of the bottle is removed and reused to make the pineapple leaves.

To simplify this project, paint the pineapple leaves with green acrylic, instead of coating them with tissue paper.

Small beads underneath the yellow surface create the bumpy pineapple texture.

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Use strong adhesive tape.

Check that the top section of the bottle is large enough to fit on the bottom section. Do not cut the top section too close to the mouth of the bottle, otherwise it will be too small to fit on the base.

Materials • • • • • • • • •

plastic bottle scissors adhesive tape small beads PVA glue glue brush yellow and green tissue paper pencils or crayons craft knife

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Pineapple pot cont.

Choose a plastic bottle with a flat bottom.

Roughly cut the top section off the bottle.

Trim a straight line around the top section. Look for a straight seam in the plastic. Make sure it is the same width as the bottom section.

Trim the edge of the bottom section so it is straight and neatly fits with the top section.

Attach the top and bottom pieces together with a piece of strong tape.

Reinforce the tape hinge with another piece on the inside.

Use the leftover plastic to cut plastic leaves. Cut around the bend of the plastic.

Tape a ring of leaves to the top of the spout.

Tape another row of leaves just below the first.

Stick a bead to a small piece of tape.

Attached the beads, in a diamond pattern, around the sides of the pineapple.

Brush the sides of the pineapple with glue.

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Pineapple pot cont.

Stick pieces of yellow tissue all over the pineapple (including the join).

Once the yellow section has dried, brush the top and bottom of the leaves with glue.

Lay small pieces of green tissue over the leaves.

Use the brush to wind the tissue around the leaves and poke it into the crevices.

Position triangles of green tissue down the sides.

Press the green tissue into any remaining gaps and leave the pineapple to dry.

Recut the opening in the lid. Do not cut the hinge that connects the lid to the base.

Open the lid to bend the hinge.

Use a pencil or crayon to highlight the bumps.

Lightly sketch diagonal lines around the pineapple.

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Bottle flowers

Notes Plastic drink bottles form the basis of many artworks featured in this book. In most cases the bottom of the bottle is removed. This project makes use of all the leftover bottle bases. The bumpy bases can be trimmed, shaped and coloured to form bright spring flowers. Use rocks or sand in the base of the vase to weigh it down and prevent the arrangement from toppling over.

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Preparation This project requires adult assistance to remove the bottle base. Pierce the bottle with a craft knife and then insert scissors to cut around the base.

Materials • • • • • • • • • • • •

plastic bottle bases sharp scissors coloured tissue paper coloured paper or wool wooden skewers or BBQ sticks PVA glue glue brush green marker pen kitchen foil plastic cup or container rocks or sand decorations

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Bottle flowers cont. Cut two angled slits into each rounded section of the bottle base.

Bend the cut section away from the bottle.

Cut off the piece at the join. Remove all five curved sections.

Trim and neaten the tops of the petals.

On the back of the flower (or what was the bottom of the bottle), glue a circle of coloured paper.

Glue thin strips of paper down the grooves.

Brush glue on the back of the flower and layer pieces of coloured tissue all over.

Brush extra layers of glue over the tissue, using the brush to press it down and smooth the surface.

Hold the blunt end of the skewer against the centre and glue more pieces of tissue over it.

Once the glue has dried, use a green marker to colour the flower stem.

Place a weight in the cup. Then scrunch a ball of kitchen foil and pack it tightly into the cup.

Poke the flower stem into the foil.

Stick some green paper leaves to the stem.

Decorate the pot and cover the foil with tissue paper.

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Blossom bowls

Notes

Preparation

Create intricately patterned floral bowls from sewing cotton and papier-mâché.

Due to the large amount of glue used, the bowls can take some time to dry. Leave them in a warm sunny spot to speed up drying.

The rounded shape is formed by layering newspaper and coloured tissue over a basic bowl mould. The cotton is draped all over the wet surface to create organic, plant-like lines and patterns.

To simplify this project, decorate the bowls with tissue paper shapes or any thin, flat ornament such as kitchen foil or sequins.

Materials • • • • • • • •

smooth-bottomed bowl cling wrap newspaper coloured tissue paper PVA glue glue brush scissors sewing cotton/thread

These bowls are for decorative purposes only. They cannot be immersed in water, but may be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

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Blossom bowls cont. Lay the cling wrap over the bottom of the bowl. Smooth it down as flat as possible.

Dilute the glue with a little water and brush it over the cling wrap. Then brush down pieces of newspaper all over the bowl.

Coat the bowl in four or five layers of newspaper, then cover it with a final layer of coloured tissue. Leave the bowl in a warm spot to dry.

Gently prise the paper bowl off the mould by sliding your fingers, or a flat tool, around the edge.

Remove the cling wrap.

Place the paper bowl inside the mould and coat the inside with a contrasting colour of tissue paper.

Use the wet glue brush to push the cotton into the surface.

Fold a piece of green tissue so you have many layers.

Cut a small leaf shape from the folded tissue.

Place the leaves into the wet glue.

Cut tissue paper flower shapes and add them to the design.

Use the wet brush to press the shapes into the surface.

Use scissors to trim and neaten the edges of the bowl.

Or leave the edges rough for a natural effect.

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Nature pendants

Notes

Preparation

Use delicate natural forms to create an elegant necklace pendant.

Look for flat, rigid packaging plastic, commonly found in retail blister packs.

These pendants combine tiny, pressed leaf sprouts and flowers with acrylic paint and packaging plastic.

Drying times will be overnight or possibly longer, depending on the weather conditions.

The shiny flat surface of the plastic contrasts with the organic contours of the plants.

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Press the flowers and leaves between two sheets of paper underneath books or a heavy weight. The natural objects must lie very flat on the plastic so that the paint does not bleed underneath.

Materials • • • • • • • • • • • •

rigid packaging plastic PVA glue glue brush acrylic paint Blu-Tack™ scissors large needle small pressed leaves and flowers permanent marker jewellery findings or paperclips chain or string needle nose pliers

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Nature pendants cont. Cut out the flat section from the packaging plastic.

Brush a light coat of PVA on the plastic

Lay the pressed plant on the glue.

Gently dab another layer of glue over the back of the leaf to seal the edges. Then leave it to dry.

Mix a contrasting paint colour with equal amounts of PVA glue.

Pour the paint and glue mixture over the leaf. Allow to dry overnight.

Cut out the shape.

Place a blob of Blu-Tack™ under the pendant and use a large needle to punch a hole in the top.

Clamp a jewellery finding through the hole (or use a small loop of thin wiring or a paperclip).

Thread the string or necklace chain through the loop.

Experiment with different background paint colours.

Try pressing a tiny cluster of leaves.

Look for bright flower petals that retain their colour and are opaque (not see-through) when pressed.

Try pressing a miniature fern sprout.

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Wool-wrapped flowers

Notes

Preparation

Try this simple technique of wool wrapping to transform a bare branch into a vibrant flower display.

Choose green branches clipped from a live bush. Dry twigs can snap easily during construction.

This technique enhances the natural curve and shape of the branch. The use of synthetic colours and materials contrasts with the naturalistic forms. Weigh the vase down with sand or stones to stabilise.

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Trim the twigs to simplify the shape. Branches with multiple stems can be difficult to wind the wool in and around.

Materials • • • • •

coloured wool branches coloured craft foam or felt vase suggestions: (see Steps 13–15) – glass juice bottle – elastic bands – spray paint – decorative stones – plastic bottle scissors

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Wool-wrapped flowers cont. Trim the ends of the branch to simplify the stem and create a balanced shape.

Tie the wool to the bottom of the stem.

Cover the stem with wool by winding it around, working up towards the branches.

Continue winding up one of the branches.

Wind the wool all the way to the end. Then wind it up and down the end to create a pod shape.

To make the petal, cut a leaf shape from craft foam or felt.

Wind the wool around the lower section of the petal to secure it to the pod.

Wind the wool back down the branch and repeat this process for the remaining branches.

If some branches are too close together to wind the wool efficiently from the wool ball, cut a length of wool and wrap it around your fingers.

Once the whole branch is covered, wind the wool to the nearest fork in the stems, tie the end and trim off any excess wool.

Insert two pieces of foam or felt in different colours and sizes, OR leave the petal out altogether and finish each branch with a wool pod.

Vases: Cut the bottom off a plastic bottle and fill it with decorative stones.

Wrap a small plastic bottle in a contrasting coloured wool.

Wrap elastic bands around a glass juice bottle. Spray paint then remove the bands when dry.

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Weaving loom

Notes Use the internal cardboard fluting of regular box card to make a simple weaving loom. Wrapping the threads around the sides of the weaving loom prevents the edges of the woven piece from tightening inwards.

Preparation Cutting the cardboard frame requires adult assistance. To make a class set, create a template to trace onto the card. For younger children, space the warp threads further apart. See Steps 6 and 12.

Materials • coloured wool • sturdy box card with internal fluting • craft knife • large, blunt craft needle • string

Blunt craft needles are available in metal or plastic from craft and haberdashery stores.

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Weaving loom cont.

Use a craft knife to cut out a window in the card. The outside measurements of the loom pictured are 20 cm x 20 cm and the internal window is 12 cm x 12 cm.

Tie one end of a long length of string to the edge of the card. Thread the string through the corrugations.

Thread the warp strings up and down until you reach the other side of the loom. (‘Warp’ threads are the strings that run up and down. ‘Weft’ run horizontally.)

Tie a length of coloured wool in the adjacent corner and thread it over and under the warp threads.

When you reach the end, wind the wool around the frame and weave it back again. Make sure you weave under the warps you previously went over – and vice versa.

For a simpler frame, space the warp threads further apart.

To create shapes in the weaving, stop partway and weave it back to the same side.

Continue weaving partway until the shape reaches the desired size.

Weave another colour of thread back into the open space.

Experiment with different kinds of thread such as twine or feather wool.

Make a cardboard frame and glue it to the finished weaving to cover the edges of the loom.

For younger children use a smaller number of warp threads, spaced further apart. This makes it easier for small fingers to weave the wool in and out.

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woven basket

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Preparation

Transform an ordinary plastic milk bottle into a colourful woven basket.

This project requires adult assistance to cut and punch the bottle.

This project employs textile weaving techniques to create decorative panels of coloured wool around the basket.

It is important to have an odd number of tabs to weave the wool around. This way, when you complete one circle around the basket, the next run will weave over the tabs you previously wove under and vice versa.

The horizontal woven lines contrast with the vertical panels. This creates texture and enhances the form of the basket.

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Save the top of the bottle for the ‘Bejewelled beetles’ project on pages 31–32.

Materials • • • • • • • • •

3L plastic milk bottle scissors single hole punch permanent marker coloured wool feather wool (optional) pipe-cleaners large, blunt needle strip of paper (to measure circumference) • ruler

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Woven basket cont. Cut the top off the bottle. Trim the cut line so it is straight.

Wrap a strip of paper around the bottle to measure its circumference.

Divide the circumference of the bottle into an odd number of sections. (Pictured are 11 x 4-cm sections)

Wrap the strip back around the bottle and mark the sections.

Rule a line down each mark to just above the base of the bottle.

Cut down the lines to form the tabs.

Start weaving in and out of the tabs, around the bottle.

Do not pull the wool too tight. Push it down as you weave around.

To change colours simply cut and tie on another. Try to position the knot on the inside of the basket.

As you near the top, punch holes along the tops of the tabs.

Use feather wool to weave the final layer to disguise the tops of the tabs.

At the very top, use a large needle to loop the wool through and around the holes. Tie the end to secure.

Twist two or three pipe-cleaners together to make a stronger handle.

Connect the handles by threading one leg of the twisted pipe-cleaners through one of the holes in the top and twist together to secure.

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Bottle birdfeeder

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Notes Recycle a plastic bottle and attract the local bird life to your yard. This birdfeeder is created out of an ordinary 2L plastic drink bottle and garden twine. The earthy tone and texture of the twine helps the birdfeeder blend into the natural environment.

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Preparation This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottle. For a classroom activity, cut the bottles beforehand; or remove the bottle base and pierce the sides with a craft knife so scissors can be inserted. Birdseed bells are available from pet stores. Save the base section of the bottles for the ‘Bottle flowers’ project on pages 5–6.

Materials • • • • • • • • • • • •

2L plastic drink bottle small stick brown twine kitchen thread craft knife scissors PVA glue glue brush single hole punch seed bell permanent marker paper (to make arch template)

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Bottle Birdfeeder cont. Remove the bottom from the bottle.

Make a paper template of an arch and trace it onto opposite sides of the bottle.

Cut out the arches, leaving a ring around the bottom.

Punch a hole into either side of the bottom of the feeder base at the T-join.

Insert a stick through the holes. Choose a relatively straight stick that has a similar diameter to the holes.

Tie string to the thread at the top of the bottle.

Tie a knot on opposite sides of the mouth so the birdhouse will hang straight.

Thread the end of the string down the bottle neck. Use this length of string inside to hang a seed bell (or a container of seeds).

Screw the cap back on.

Brush the outside with PVA.

Wind the twine around and down the body of the feeder.

At the sides of the arch, attach cut pieces of twine slightly longer than the sides.

Once the glue has dried, trim to neaten the overhanging threads.

Brush another coat of PVA all over the outside of the bird feeder to strengthen it.

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Hanging baskets

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Preparation

Make a unique hanging basket by recycling a plastic drink bottle.

This pot is designed to be hung outside as the water will drain from the opening in the bottom.

The upturned bottle neck forms the basket, and the sides become the handle. Succulent plants make an attractive arrangement for the baskets. They require very little water and strike easily from cuttings. One succulent plant can be turned into many.

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Alternatively, leave the bottle lid on before winding and attaching the wool. Then place a smaller container, with drainage holes, inside. (See Step 15.) Save the base section of the bottles for the ‘Bottle flowers’ project on pages 5–6.

Materials • • • • • • • • •

plastic drink bottle coloured wool scissors stapler PVA glue glue brush plants scourer or mesh tape (for wool-wrapped bracelet)

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Hanging baskets cont.

Use a craft knife or pointed scissors to remove the plastic ring from the thread of the bottle.

Cut the bottom off the bottle.

Trim around the top of the bottle leaving 2 strips, as pictured. (Look for a faint seam running down each side)

To trim a bottle accurately, place the top scissor blade inside the bottle and cut around the bottom.

Tie the wool to the mouth of the bottle.

Wind the wool around the plastic bottle thread until it is covered.

Brush PVA all over the plastic pot.

Wind the wool around the pot. Do not pull the wool too tightly.

Brush glue up one plastic strip and continue winding the wool around it.

Before you reach the end of the strip, staple it to the other strip so it forms an arch. Continue gluing and winding the wool over the arch.

If the wool ball is difficult to thread in and out of the arch, cut a long length of wool and wind it around a piece of card.

Brush extra glue on the spot where the wool ends, and trim off any excess.

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Hanging baskets cont.

Brush more PVA glue all over the basket and leave to dry.

Place a piece of kitchen scourer or shadecloth inside the pot to block the hole and stop the soil from spilling out.

Alternatively, leave the lid on the bottle and insert a small pot inside the basket. The inner pot drains into the basket and can be removed for cleaning or changing the plant.

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Stick a piece of tape around the plastic. Make sure it is straight.

Measure the ring on your wrist so the bracelet is tight enough to stay on, but large enough to slide on and off your hand. Secure with tape.

Tie a length of wool around the bracelet. Leave a small tail of wool hanging from the knot. Wind the wool around the bracelet. Tie the end to the knot tail.

Use the tape as a cutting guide to remove a straight strip of plastic.

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Solar table lamp

Notes

Preparation

Materials

Design your own stylish table lamp.

Solar lights are usually found at hardware or home stores.

This lamp is created from a solar garden light and recycled materials.

Look for white, semi-opaque plastic containers such as milk cartons or yoghurt containers. This type of plastic is softer and easier to cut than the transparent variety.

• white, semi-opaque plastic container • craft knife • solar garden light • scissors • PVA glue • glue brush • tape (masking or electrical) • coloured wool or string • semi-transparent decorations, such as doilies, leaves or cellophane • large, clear plastic bottle • permanent marker • glue gun (Step 15)

It automatically switches on in low light and illuminates the delicate patterns and forms on the inside of the shade.

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Solar table lamp cont.

Remove the labels from the carton.

Draw a straight line around the bottle and cut on the line.

Cut a hole in the bottom of the bottle. Make the hole large enough to expose the solar panel but smaller than the overall circumference of the solar light so it doesn’t slip through.

Roughly cut the top off a plastic bottle.

Stick a piece of tape around the bottle neck. Make sure the tape is straight and the ends meet evenly as this will form the base that the lamp stands on. You may be able to find a straight seam in the plastic to use as a guide.

Use the tape as a cutting guide to create a straight, flat lamp base.

Insert the bottom of the solar light rod into the mouth of the bottle base and wind strong tape around it to secure.

Tie wool or thick string to the top of the solar lamp, under the clear plastic cup.

Brush glue down the rod.

Wind the wool around rod, working down towards the base.

Wind the wool all the way to the base and brush a coat of PVA glue all over.

Cut a doily into pieces.

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Solar table lamp cont.

Brush glue inside the lamp shade.

Layer pieces of doily inside the shade. Brush more glue over the top of the doily pieces.

Use a strong glue or a glue gun to adhere the top of the light to the hole in the top of the lamp.

The solar light inside illuminates the lacelike patterns of the paper doily.

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This lamp shade is an upturned yoghurt container with discs of pink cellophane glued to the inside. The base has been wrapped in multi-coloured wool.

Experiment with natural materials, such as flattened leaves and flowers, to decorate the inside of the lamp shade. The internal light highlights the delicate vein structure and colouring of the leaves.

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Beautiful birds

Notes Design and construct a dainty, jewelled bird with its own perch and nesting box. The basic shape of this bird is sculpted from kitchen foil and then strengthened with glue and tissue paper. The birdhouse is created from an ordinary tissue box.

Preparation Wooden food skewers are available at the supermarket. Use caution when inserting the skewers. Make sure your hand is out of the way in case the skewer pierces right through the foil. To simplify this project make only the birds and hang them as a ceiling decoration or mobile. Instead of brown paper, the birdhouse could also be decorated with dry leaves and other natural materials.

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Materials

kitchen foil coloured tissue paper PVA glue feathers wooden skewers/BBQ sticks glue brush paper and card decorations tissue box cottonwool scissors teaspoon pliers, secateurs or sharp scissors • tape • string

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Beautiful birds cont. Scrunch the kitchen foil into two balls, one about the size of a ping-pong ball and the other a little smaller.

Roll the foil balls on the table to make them rounded and smooth.

Wrap another foil sheet around both balls.

Push the foil around the two balls.

Pinch and twist a pointed beak on the small end.

Use the back of a teaspoon to burnish the shape and smooth down any ridges.

To make the bird’s legs, insert two skewers into the bottom of the bird. (Make sure your other hand is out of the way.)

Brush the bird with glue. Layer pieces of tissue paper over the foil, taking care not to get glue on the feathers.

Brush extra coats of glue on top of the tissue, pushing it around the shape with the brush tip. Allow to dry.

Glue decorations, such as sequins, jewels, glitter etc. to the bird’s body.

Glue a small piece of yellow paper over the beak OR use a marker pen to colour in the beak once the glue has dried.

Add small beads for eyes or draw them on once the glue has dried.

Cut two rectangles from two sides of the tissue box.

Fold one of the cut-out pieces of tissue box card in half and attach it to the end to form the roof.

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Beautiful birds cont.

Decorate the birdhouse with brown paper. Use torn strips to cover the roof and give it a wood-like appearance.

Cut 2-cm x 2-cm slits into opposite sides of the birdhouse. Cut them at the same height, but one near the front and one near the back.

Slide the card perch through the side slits. Fold the tabs sticking out the sides and tape them down to secure the perch.

Use pliers, sharp scissors or secateurs to trim the leg skewers to approximately 5 cm long.

Tape the bird’s legs to the back of the perch.

Make a bird’s nest at the bottom of the house by gluing pieces of string and paper in a round nest shape.

Yellow Bird: sequins, yellow glitter and adhesive jewels.

Make eggs by rolling small pieces of cottonwool. Green Bird: plastic jewels, green glitter and beads.

Pink Bird: adhesive jewels and pink sequins.

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Giant ant

Notes Construct a realistic 3D model of an ant using kitchen foil and newspaper as the sculpting medium. This giant ant has a head, thorax and abdomen of a typical insect body. A top coat of tissue paper and glue unifies the design and strengthens the overall structure.

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Preparation This project may require an extra pair of hands to hold the ant while covering it with tissue paper and glue, or a skewer can be temporarily inserted into the centre to use as a handle. The PVA glue may be diluted with water to improve the flow and make it easier to brush the tissue paper onto the foil.

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newspaper kitchen foil wooden skewers tape box cardboard (base) PVA glue glue brush coloured tissue paper pipe-cleaner beads glass beads, googly eyes or stickers

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Giant ant cont.

To make the ant’s rear abdomen, scrunch two pieces of newspaper into a ball.

Roll the newspaper ball in foil and sculpt a pointed end with the overhanging foil.

Repeat this process to make a head and thorax (middle section).

Position the 3 parts together and roll them together in a large sheet of foil.

Pinch the centre joins to enhance the shape of the body.

To make an ant hill, roll newspaper into long sausages and tape them to the base in circles of decreasing size.

Cover the ant hill with brown and green tissue paper and glue. Cover the base with green tissue paper and glue. Brush the sheets down with extra glue to strengthen.

On the underside of the thorax, insert three skewers to form the legs.

Snap the skewers close to the body to bend the legs. Do not snap them completely off.

Use small pieces of tape to secure the legs to the body.

Use more tape to wrap around the snapped leg joins to strengthen them.

Brush the body with glue and layer over dark coloured tissue. Insert another skewer in the centre so you can hold the ant while covering it in glue and tissue paper.

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Giant ant cont.

Once the ant and base have dried, bend and position the legs on the anthill and base and use small pieces of tape to secure them.

Disguise the tape by covering it with more tissue paper and glue.

To make the antennae, thread the beads onto the pipe-cleaner.

Use a skewer to pierce holes in the head where the antennae will be placed.

Dab a little glue onto the ends of the pipecleaners and insert them into the holes.

Stick glass beads, googly eyes or stickers to the ant’s head to form the eyes.

To make the grass, fold a length of green tissue into a small strip.

Cut grass shapes into the folded tissue.

Unfold the tissue and then roll and pinch it into shape.

Flatten the bottom of the grass and spread out the fronds.

Glue the grass tufts to the base.

Glue small pieces of rolled tissue to the ends of the legs to form the ant’s feet.

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Bejewelled beetles

Notes Make an ornate, jewelled beetle from the curved form of a plastic bottle. The bottle curve gives the insect its recognisable beetle shape. The beetle design is unified by similar colour hues. Subtle variations in tone, texture or type of decoration add variety and interest to the composition.

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Preparation This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottle. Any large bottle with rounded curves can be used to make the beetle shape. To simplify this project, decorate the beetles with small pieces of coloured paper, stickers or paint. Use the bottom of the bottle for the ‘Woven basket’ project on page 15–16 or the ‘Bottle flowers’ on pages 5–6.

Materials • • • • • • • • • • • • •

plastic bottle scissors permanent marker acrylic paint paintbrush glue tape bendable drinking straws pipe-cleaners cotton buds plastic jewels sequins glitter

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Bejewelled beetles cont. On a rounded corner edge of the bottle, use a permanent marker to sketch a beetle shape around the curve. Remove the bottom section from the bottle and cut out the beetle body.

Paint the plastic with acrylic paint and leave it to dry.

Use the marker to divide the beetle into three sections: one for the head and two for the wings. Dab glue, with a cotton tip, down the spine and stick on a line of jewels.

Dab glue on each side of the beetle’s back.

Attach sequins in rows down the sides of each panel.

Choose a contrasting-colour sequin to cover the head section of the beetle.

Or, to add textural contrast, try brushing one area with glue and sprinkling glitter over it.

Bend the kink in the straws and tape them to the underside of the beetle.

To make the legs, trim six bendable straws on either side of the kink.

Clear plastic bottle beetle (alternative beetle)

Fold a pipe-cleaner in half and roll the ends down with a pen. Clear plastic bottle: cut the beetle shape from the top area near the spout.

Clear bottles can be decorated on the inside, giving the beetle a shiny appearance on top. Brush glue on one section of the underside of the body.

Tape the centre of the pipe-cleaner to the underside of the head of the beetle.

Dust glitter over the glue and shake off any exces. Catch the excess on a folded sheet of paper so it can be poured back into the vial.

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Once the glue has dried, brush another coat over the glitter to stop it from rubbing off. This also provides a better surface to tape the body parts to.

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Fantastic fossils

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Preparation

Create your own prehistoric dinosaur fossil.

Draw your own fossil or use the template provided on page 87.

This fossil’s skeleton is made by cutting and arranging small twigs.

This project is constructed on a hardcover notebook, but could also be made on a sheet of heavyweight box card. (Regular box card can be used but may buckle slightly when drying.)

Recreate the look of ancient fossils by using sand and earthy paint tones and textures.

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Choose dead branches as they are easier to snap to size.

Materials • a selection of dry, thin twigs that are easy to snap • PVA glue • white tissue paper • glue brush • biro • sand • acrylic paint • paintbrushes • hardcover notebook (or sturdy cardboard) • cardboard divider (Step 7) • ‘Fantastic fossils’ template (see page 87)

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Fantastic fossils cont. If the cover of the notebook is patterned, brush over a coat of white acrylic and leave to dry.

Brush PVA onto the design.

Place the photocopied template, face down, on the cover. On the back of the copy, trace over the lines with a biro.

Snap the twigs to size.

The black photocopier toner will transfer through onto the cover.

Arrange the twigs on the lines of the design. Leave to dry.

Slip a divider sheet between the cover and the book pages to prevent the glue from seeping onto the pages.

Coat the whole cover in PVA and pieces of tissue paper. Brush extra coats of glue on top of each piece of tissue, pushing it into the crevices with the brush tip.

Paint the whole cover with an earthy colour. The colour pictured is yellow oxide acrylic paint.

Mix white paint with a little of the base colour and use a fine brush to apply it to the raised areas.

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While the glue is still wet, sprinkle sand over the cover and leave it to dry.

Dry brush the areas around the fossil to highlight the sandy texture. Dry brushing means to cover an area with a minimal amount of paint on the brush. Make sure the paint is not too watery and dab the brush on a scrap piece of paper to remove any excess before applying it to the artwork. R.I.C. Publications® www.ricpublications.com.au

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Hand puppet

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Preparation

This style of puppet is manipulated via three wooden skewers attached to the head and hands.

This project has multiple steps and may need to be competed over a number of sessions or as a group project.

The three points of control offer a greater range of movement and gesticulation. The puppet can wave, clap, point, even tap its head!

Alternatively, these puppets could be made by an adult for younger children to enjoy.

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Try the thrift store for inexpensive baby’s clothes. Or sew a simple fabric rectangle, and cut holes for the head and arms.

Materials • • • • • • • • • • • •

kitchen foil PVA glue brush tissue paper paint or marker pens to decorate the face wooden skewers tape wool or paper strips for hair infant’s T-shirt or the bottom cut from a baby’s all-in-one suit spoon needle and thread googly eyes

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Hand puppet cont.

Screw up a sheet of foil into a loose ball.

Use your fingers and/or a spoon to gently press the foil ball into a hand shape.

Gently rub the back of the spoon in a circular motion over the surface of the foil to burnish it and make it smooth.

Insert the pointed end of the skewer into the hand shape.

Make two hands and a head shape.

Brush a layer of PVA glue over the whole shape and about 2 cm down the skewer stem.

Lay pieces of tissue over the foil and brush them down with more PVA.

Continue layering and gluing the tissue down the stem to secure it.

Make sure the whole shape is covered. Use the brush to smooth down the tissue.

To make the puppet’s clothes, use a small infant sized T-shirt or the bottom cut from a baby’s all-in-one suit.

Sew a large, loose, line of stitches around the end of the sleeve.

Pull the thread to gather the end of the sleeve and sew to secure.

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Hand puppet cont.

Repeat with the other sleeve and the collar.

There should now be a small opening in the sleeve and neck holes of the shirt.

Insert the head skewer into the neck hole.

Wrap a folded strip of tin foil around the part of the skewer poking through the inside of the shirt.

Squeeze the foil tightly around the skewer, making sure it is pushed up against the fabric. Tape to secure the foil to the skewer.

Repeat with the two hand skewers.

The pieces of foil on the inside of the shirt will prevent the head and hands from slipping out.

Add features to the puppet’s face.

To manipulate the puppet, hold two rods in one hand and the third rod in the other hand. Use the hand with one rod to manipulate the hand. Try clapping the hands, waving or pointing. Place one hand over the puppet’s mouth and shake it up and down to make it look like it is giggling. Cover the puppet’s face with one hand to suggest embarrassment or fear. Use one hand to scratch the head to suggest confusion. www.ricpublications.com.au R.I.C. Publications®

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Walking emu puppet

Dancing monkey puppet

Notes Create your own lively and animated string puppet. The puppet is suspended with strings and the limbs are manipulated with the control rod. The rod is raised and lowered on each side which causes the beaded legs to lift and bend as if walking or running.

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Preparation Tying the strings at precisely the correct length may require assistance to hold the wooden rod level. If the strings slip off the rod, place a small piece of tape on the knots. To prevent the plastic cup splitting when pierced, use a needle or pin to punch the holes first. Then make the hole larger by pushing a pencil tip through. Alternatively, place two fingers inside the cup, on each side of the hole, to stop it from splitting.

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sharp pencil large beads string wooden skewer disposable cup foam ball coloured card coloured tissue paper glue marker pen scissors smaller beads (or paper discs) for eyes

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Walking emu puppet cont. Use a sharp pencil to pierce two holes in opposite sides of the cup, near the base.

Thread a length of string through the holes.

To make the legs, thread beads onto the strings on either side of the cup. Make sure each string of beads is the same length.

Thread the feet onto the end of the beads and tie a large knot to prevent them from slipping off.

To make the feet, cut two starburst shapes from yellow card and pierce holes in the centre.

Pierce another hole in the cup, adjacent to the first two holes.

Thread more beads onto the string. This will form the emu’s neck.

Use the skewer to pierce a hole through the centre of the foam ball. Push it up and down to make the hole larger and easier to thread.

Thread the neck string through the foam ball.

Tie the neck and head string to the centre of the skewer.

Tie another two lengths of string to the legs, just below the centre of the leg.

Ask a friend to hold the skewer straight or clamp it to a table and tie the legs’ strings to the ends of the skewer. Make sure the legs hang relatively straight when tied.

Make a beak by folding a piece of card in two and cutting a triangle along the fold.

Cut a curve in the side of the beak that will attach to the head. This way the card will curve around the foam ball and adhere better.

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Walking emu puppet cont.

Unfold the beak.

Glue the beak to the head.

Attach beads for eyes (or cut round paper discs).

Use a permanent marker to decorate the head.

Glue torn strips of tissue paper to the cup body to form the feathers.

Make the emu walk by raising and lowering each side of the wooden rod.

Use the same technique to make a dancing monkey puppet. In this case, the cup is positioned upside down to form the body. Two criss-crossed skewers form the control rod. Each hand and foot is tied to the four ends of the rod. By tipping the rod up and down, both the legs and arms will move, walk and jiggle.

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The owl and the pussycat Moving 3D diorama

Pull the tabs back and forth to make the scene move!

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Preparation This project has multiple steps and may need to be competed over a number of sessions or as a group project. Alternatively, this diorama could be constructed by an adult for younger children to enjoy. Adult supervision may be required to cut the box card and operate the hot glue gun.

Materials • cardboard box • 25-mm card strips (longer than the width of the box) • craft knife • hot glue gun (PVA will work but takes longer to dry) • acrylic paint • paintbrush • stars and silver paper or foil • coloured card • scissors • ruler and pencil (for measuring holes in side of boxes) • scraps of cardboard box for hinges

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The owl and the pussy cat cont. Moving 3D diorama

Begin by priming the box with white acrylic, gesso or wall paint. Then paint a coat of dark blue all over the inside of the box.

Add blue highlights for the night sky and ocean.

Cut narrow holes in the sides of the box to slide the cardboard strips into. Measure to make sure the holes line up on either side.

Cut three strips of waves in different colours. Make sure the waves are differing heights – tall, medium and short for the front.

Paint and cut out the pieces – an owl, pussycat, boat, guitar and honeypot. A fish or sea creature is also needed for Step 10. Leave an extra piece of card on the bottom to attach.

Glue the pieces to the boat.

Glue the boat to the strip of card.

Slide in another strip of card and attach the tallest wave to the strip.

Slide in another strip of card and glue on a fish or sea creature to swim on the surface of the water.

Slide in the next strip and attach the medium height waves. Follow with another strip and the final waves for the front.

To add a frame around the diorama, glue some folded hinges to the edge of the box first.

Make a frame from more pieces of painted card. The poem is handwritten around the border.

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Glue the frame pieces to the hinges.

Add some silver stars to the night sky at the back of the box. Use silver paper or tin foil to make the moon. R.I.C. Publications® www.ricpublications.com.au

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Samurai helmet

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Preparation

Samurai helmets originated in Japan. They were worn by ancient Japanese warriors.

The back of the plate can be painted before or after assembling the helmet.

The Samurai helmet, or kabuto, is recognisable by its distinctive shape and design.

This project requires medium cutting skills. Pre-cut the plates for younger children.

This project illustrates how to transform a plain paper plate into a miniature decorative helmet.

Adjust the copy size of the template to fit your plates.

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large plain paper plate scissors paint decorations stapler helmet template (see page 88)

For a class set, cut out one plate and then use it as a template to mark the remaining plates.

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Samurai helmet cont.

Cut out the helmet template and glue it to the middle of the plate.

Cut through the perimeter of the plate, at the top of the helmet, and stop at the edge of the grey circle.

Cut around the edge of the grey circle and stop at the black line.

Now cut out all the grey areas of the template.

Draw in the sides of the plate to form a 3D helmet shape.

Staple the back.

Fold the helmet forward slightly so it stands up.

Fold the sides flaps forward.

Decorate your helmet with sequins, gold marker and jewels.

Alternatively, use the template itself, decorate and staple to a cardboard head strap.

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Black marker, sequins and paper

Jewels, sequins and black marker

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Mosaic platter

Preparation

Make a decorative mosaic platter out of disposable plates and cups.

Coloured tissue paper can be used in place of newspaper. This eliminates the need to paint the platter.

Traditional mosaics are made of small ceramic tile pieces. This project uses small pieces of coloured paper to resemble the familiar mosaic style. The platters can be used to display treats or as a jewellery or trinket holder.

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Tissue is thinner and therefore easier to mould around corners and provides a flatter finish. However, newspaper produces a stronger final piece. To present the platter as a gift, place treats on the centre and wrap the whole piece in clear cellophane and ribbon.

Materials • small plastic plate • paper or plastic cup (or a small container) • marker • scissors • PVA glue • glue brush • newspaper or tissue paper torn into pieces • ruler • thin coloured paper • acrylic paint • brushes • tape • pencil to sketch design

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Mosaic platter cont. Measure a line around the cup approximately 4 cm down from the lip.

Cut the base off the cup and trim neatly around the line.

Instead of cutting a paper cup, a small plastic container could be attached to the bottom of the plate.

Use a glue stick or tape to adhere the bottom of the container to the bottom of the plate.

Tape the cut edge of the cup to the centre of the bottom of the plate.

Dilute the PVA with water (approx. 1:1) and use it to adhere newspaper or tissue paper pieces all over the bottom of the platter. Brush extra layers of glue in between and on top of the paper. Extra glue softens the paper and helps it to mould around the shape. Once the bottom of the platter is covered, leave it to dry. Use scissors to trim any excess paper hanging over the edges. Then repeat this process on the top of the platter.

Once the glue has dried, paint the whole platter with coloured acrylic paint.

Sketch a design onto the top. Keep the design simple with large, uncomplicated shapes.

Brush a light coat of undiluted PVA over an area of the design.

Fill the spaces of the design with coloured paper tiles.

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Cut small pieces of thin coloured paper into a variety of shapes and sizes.

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Turkish sun catcher Notes This project is inspired by the intricate designs and bold colours of Turkish glassware. Instead of a glass to drink tea from, these creations are designed to hang in front of a window and catch the sunlight. As the light shines through the sun catcher, the transparent cellophane colours enhance and contrast the delicate line work over the surface.

Materials • clear plastic bottle (or disposable plastic cups) • glue stick • coloured cellophane • permanent black (or gold) marker • scissors • craft knife • string or wool • single hole punch • pony beads • lengths of plastic straw (optional)

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assistance to cut the plastic bottle. Pierce the plastic first with a craft knife and roughly cut the ends off with scissors. Then use the scissors to trim and straighten the edges. Instead of bottles, tape two clear, disposable plastic cups together. Gold metallic marker pens are available from craft and stationery stores. Look for children’s versions. Avoid the gold pens that require constant shaking and pumping the tip up and down. These are expensive and sometimes difficult for children to operate. Save the base section of the bottles for the ‘Bottle flowers’ project on pages 5–6.

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Turkish sun catcher cont.

Pierce the top of the bottle with a craft knife and roughly cut the top off with scissors.

Trim the end to neaten. Place the top blade of the scissors on the inside lip of the bottle and cut around.

Repeat this process on the other end of the bottle.

Rub a glue stick over the surface.

Lay the cellophane colours down, rubbing extra glue over the pieces so the overlapping pieces will stick.

Once the glue has dried, trim any excess cellophane hanging over the edges.

Use a permanent marker to draw patterns all over the surface.

Alternatively, draw patterns with a thick, felttipped metallic marker.

Use a single hole punch to place holes around the edges.

Tie lengths of coloured string or wool to the holes.

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Pull the strings taut and pinch the end so they are all the same length.

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Turkish sun catcher cont.

Tie the strings together at the pinch point.

Add pony beads to the tails below the knot and tie off the final pony bead.

Alternative decoration

Alternatively, thread lengths of plastic straw onto the strings and tie them together in a fish net pattern.

Add a pony bead at each knot.

Add extra pony beads to the end tails.

Alternatively, thread longer lengths of straw to the strings and tie the ends together to secure.

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Cardboard chandelier

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Preparation

Make an elegant chandelier from a simple cardboard kitchen roll, paperclips and a plastic bottle.

This project requires advanced cutting skills to trim the shapes.

This chandelier requires no glue or staples. The pieces are fixed to the central tube with interlocking cuts. Paperclips and bottle plastic shapes form the delicate chains and jewels hanging from the bottom of the chandelier.

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It also requires adult assistance to slice the cardboard tube and cut the plastic bottle. Even though the template is printed onto black card, the lines should still be visible to cut. To make a stronger and more elaborate chandelier, use heavier, painted card and add a sixth line of shapes around the tube.

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Cardboard Chandelier cont. Print the template onto three sheets of black card. Roughly cut around each shape.

Then carefully cut each part out. You will need five of each shape. Cut a slit in each shape as indicated.

Paint the card roll black and leave it to dry.

Use the craft knife to slice 3-cm long slits into the side of the tube. Try to space five slits evenly around the circumference.

Make a circle of five slits near the bottom of the tube.

Use scissors to snip five small cuts around the top of the tube.

Slide the top shape into the cuts around the top edge of the tube.

Thread the base pieces into the slits in the bottom of the tube. Slide the two cuts into each other to secure.

Punch holes into the bottom of the arms.

Punch holes into the bottom of the base pieces.

To make a paperclip chain, insert the clips into each other as pictured.

Use paperclip chains to connect the arm ends with the base pieces.

Make jewels by cutting teardrop shapes from the bottle plastic or acetate.

Punch a hole in the jewels and hang them with paperclips from the chains.

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paddle boat

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Notes Construct a self-propelling miniature paddle boat. This boat is powered by a rubber band and propeller at the rear (or stern). The card propeller is wound backwards, tightening the rubber band. When the propeller is released, the band unwinds and rapidly rotates the propeller in the opposite direction, pushing the boat through the water.

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Preparation To simplify this project, make a single bladed propeller out of the milk carton card (see Step 14). For a stronger propeller, make one from a plastic folder or notebook cover. Use craft foam to decorate the boat. Craft foam is waterproof and easy to cut and stick. Some foam is available with adhesive backing.

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milk carton wooden skewers strong adhesive tape rubber band stapler craft foam/decorations scissors ruler and marker to measure quarters (see Step 2)

Use a large needle to make the holes for the skewers. Then push the skewer through by twisting it gently to enlarge the hole.

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Paddle boat cont. Remove one side of the carton. Try to cut the piece neatly and squarely as this will form the propeller.

Measure and cut the leftover piece into even quarters.

Fold the 4 small rectangles in half.

Place 2 rectangles together so the folds meet, as pictured.

Staple the pieces close to the folds and at the edge.

Attach a third rectangle to one of the single flaps.

Attach the final folded rectangle.

Insert two skewers into the back sides of the boat, approximately 2 cm from the bottom. Use a large needle to make the hole and then push the skewer through.

Tape the skewers to the inside walls of the boat.

Loop the rubber band over the two skewers at the back of the boat.

Wind the propeller away from the boat.

Wind the rubber band tight, so the propeller spins back when released.

Alternatively, try a single bladed propeller as pictured.

Decorate boat as required. Wind the propeller and place it in the water before releasing it.

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Intergalactic action pack

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Notes Become a cosmic crusader with your own futuristic visor and high -tech arm computer. Both of these items are constructed from disposable plastic bottles. The visor is attached with paper fasteners, enabling the coloured screen to be raised and lowered over the face. A curved, hinged lid disguises the arm computer display.

Preparation This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottles. To prepare a class set, pre-cut the bottles beforehand. Split pins, or paper fasteners, are small brass pins with a flat top and two flat, pronged legs. Available in different sizes, they can usually be found in a stationery or craft store. Use adhesive jewels or foam shapes to make a raised control panel for the side of the visor. Save the base section of the bottles for the ‘Bottle flower’ project on pages 5–6.

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Materials • 2 x plastic bottles – medium and large • scissors • craft knife • elastic • stapler • tape • adhesive velcro™ • coloured cellophane • cardboard • split pins • decorations • pencil • coloured paper or craft foam • single hole punch

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Intergalactic action pack cont.

Arm computer: Remove the top and bottom from the medium-sized bottle.

Cut the centre piece of the bottle in half lengthways.

Trace the shape of the bottom of one arch onto a piece of sturdy card and cut out the card.

Tape one long edge of the plastic arch to the card.

Add extra tape to the inside of the hinge to secure.

Cover the computer with coloured paper or craft foam.

Add features to the display with paper, foam, stickers etc.

Stick a small piece of velcro™ to each side of the computer opening.

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Intergalactic action pack cont.

Visor: Remove the top and bottom from the large bottle.

Cut the centre piece of plastic into the shape pictured.

Wrap cellophane around the outside of the visor.

Make a cardboard headpiece. Measure the card around and over your head and staple to secure.

Punch small holes into the sides of the visor and headband and insert the split pins.

Flatten the split pin legs inside the headpiece.

Decorate the visor with stickers, foam and paper shapes.

The visor can be angled up on the forehead or down over the face.

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Abacus

Notes

Preparation

Materials

An abacus is a tool used for mathematical calculations.

This project requires adult assistance to cut the cardboard.

The abacus dates back many centuries and has been used by a number of civilisations throughout history.

Food skewers are available from the supermarket.

• thick box card with internal corrugation • wooden skewers or BBQ sticks • pony beads • craft knife • metal ruler • tape • marker pen • wire cutters, secateurs or heavy-duty scissors

This project illustrates how to make your own abacus from ordinary box card, skewers and plastic beads.

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Ensure the beads are large enough to move easily across the skewers. This abacus has a stand so that it can be placed upright on a desk. To simplify this project, make a simple cardboard window frame without the stand.

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Abacus cont.

Measure out a sheet of box card as shown above. All measurements are in centimetres. To make the abacus without a stand, simply cut out a flat window card. Make sure the internal fluting is parallel to the short length of the card (i.e. up and down on the card pictured).

Cut out the square window on the right.

Score lines at the 16 cm and 20 cm marks. ‘Score’ means to lightly cut through only the top layer of card.

Bend the card at the score lines.

Fold the card into a triangle and tape the top.

Thread a stick through the corrugations on one side.

Thread beads onto the stick.

Poke the stick through the other end of the card window, making sure that the stick is level.

Repeat with as many sticks as you wish. Use a different colour for each stick. Trim the ends with wire cutters.

Tape the sides to stop the sticks from sliding out.

Add numbers to the sides. Each colour of beads represents a particular number.

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Abacus cont.

How to use your homemade abacus Each colour represents a particular number. In the examples shown, one red bead represents 1, one orange bead represents 5, one yellow bead represents 10, one green represents 20 and one blue represents 50.

15 + 22 = 37

To represent the number 15, slide one yellow bead (= 10) and one orange bead (= 5). 10 + 5 = 15

Then to represent the number 22, slide one green bead (= 20) and two red beads (= 1 each). Work out the total by starting at the highest colour first. In this case the highest is the green bead (20), then add the one yellow (+ 10), then add the one orange (+5) and finally add the 2 red beads (+ 1 + 1). Therefore: 20 + 10 + 5 + 1 + 1 = 37

94 + 113 = 207

113 = two blue beads (100), one yellow bead (10), and three red beads (3). 100 + 10 + 3 = 113

In this example we can replace some of the red beads with one orange. Remember that one red = 1, and one orange = 5. So we can slide 5 red beads back in place ….

…and replace them with one orange bead. To calculate: Three blue = 150 Two green = 40 One yellow = 10 One orange = 5 And two red = 2. 150 + 40 + 10 + 5 + 2 = 207

11 + 31 + 22 + 14 = 78

11 = one yellow and one red

Simplify by sliding back five red …

31 = one green, one yellow and one red

22 = one green and two red

14 = one yellow and four red

… for one orange.

Then slide back two yellow for one green.

Green = 60, yellow = 10, orange = 5 and red = 3 Total = 78

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Cardboard car

Notes

Preparation

Make a cardboard car with rotating wheels that drive the car along.

It is important to ensure that the wheel holes are in the same position on each side of the box. This ensures the car will roll evenly.

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Remove the section of straw with the kink that bends the straw.

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This project illustrates how to construct a cardboard wheel and axle structure similar in principle to those used in actual vehicles.

Make the straw axle slightly wider than the box so the wheels do not scrape the sides. Small, dry food containers make excellent car bodies. The size and shape of the box is only limited by the length of the straw (minus the kink).

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Materials

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box cardboard plastic drinking straws scissors small boxes (e.g. food containers, tissue boxes etc.) permanent marker sharp pencil tape coloured paper decorations, paint Blu-Tack™ or similar cup or glass for tracing shapes for wheels ruler

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Cardboard car cont.

Trace four circles onto a sheet of box card.

Cut out the circles.

To find the centre of the circle, trace and cut another circle from a sheet of paper.

Fold the paper circle into quarters. Where the folds intersect is the centre point.

Position the paper circle over the card circle and punch through the centre with a sharp pencil. (Place a blob of Blu-Tack™ underneath.)

Use a permanent marker to mark a line around the top of the straw approximately 1 cm to 1.5 cm from the end.

Snip four cuts evenly around the top of the straw, stopping at the marker line.

The end of the straw can now be flattened down to form four strips.

Poke the cut end of the straw into the wheel hole.

Tape the cardboard box closed.

Measure four spots onto the bottom corners of each side of the box. Make sure the spots are in the same place on each side. Alternatively, make a template (see next step).

Fold the plastic strips so they lie flat on the cardboard. Use small pieces of tape to secure the strips.

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Cardboard car cont.

Make a template with a hole in the position you would like the wheel axle to pass through. Line the template up to the sides of each corner and mark.

Poke four holes into the sides of the box at the marked positions. Push a slightly larger object through so the wheel holes are bigger and the straw can roll easily.

Poke the axle through both holes.

Trim and mark a line around the straw, leaving a little space between the side of the box and the line.

Cut slits into the straw as in Step 7.

Thread the second wheel onto the straw.

Fold down the strips and tape to secure.

Do the same with the remaining axle. Now the wheels will rotate and the cardboard car can be pushed along.

Add a smaller box to the top of the car. Paint and add decorations including: papiermâché (coloured tissue paper), cut paper shapes and a roof rack made out of plastic straws.

alternative suggestions Use the hole in a tissue box to sit a small toy, figurine or cardboard character.

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Glue a small box to the front of a larger box to make a truck.

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Plastic bottle guitar

Notes

Preparation

Make a melodic guitar with rubber bands and a plastic juice bottle. The pitch and tone of each string is altered by lengthening or tightening the rubber bands.

This project requires advanced crafting skills. Cutting and hole punching the bottle should be carried out by an adult. For a simpler project, with similar audio results, try making the box harp featured on page 65.

Materials • • • • •

rectangular plastic juice bottle PVA glue toothpick or skewer single hole punch tape

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rubber bands glue brush ruler box cardboard plastic takeaway container

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tissue/crepe paper scissors/craft knife black marker string matchsticks

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Plastic bottle guitar cont. Cut a circle from the lower middle section of the bottle. Save the cut out piece of plastic (see Step 15).

Tape the wedges to the top and bottom of the guitar.

Cut a piece of box card approximately 5 cm x 3 cm. Score two lines into the card and fold and tape it into a triangular wedge shape. Make 2.

Punch three holes along the bottom of the bottle.

Tape the wedges on the angles pictured – these will form the ‘nut’ and ‘saddle’ of the guitar. The angle piece will alter the pitch of each string.

Brush and glue pieces of crepe or tissue paper all over the guitar, leaving the cap thread uncovered.

Slice six evenly spaced cuts along the nut and saddle pieces.

Loop tie three rubber bands onto a toothpick or trimmed wooden skewer.

Place the wooden stick inside the guitar body.

Thread the rubber bands through the holes.

Thread a piece of string through each rubber band and use it to stretch them over the spout of the bottle.

Holding the bands taut with one hand, screw the bottle cap back on—over the bands—to secure them in place.

Place each band into the slices on the nut and saddle.

Cut a guitar pick using the leftover plastic from Step 1.

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Rubber band box harp

Take an ordinary takeaway container with a lid.

Cut a rectangle from the centre of the lid.

Snip five or six evenly spaced small cuts into the lip of the lid. Repeat on the opposite side of the lid.

Punch holes into one side of the box. Make sure the holes line up with the snips from Step 3.

Stretch rubber bands around the container and slip them inside the slits to stop them from slipping.

Next to the holes, twist matchsticks into each band.

The more twists, the tighter the band and the higher the tone will become.

To stop the band from unravelling stick the end of the matchstick into the hole.

Keep plucking and tuning your harp until the notes are in low to high order.

Rubber band box harp (basic)

Repeat Steps 1–3. (Do not punch holes into the side of the box.)

Thread an object, such as a thick marker pen, underneath the strings. Position the pen on an angle to change the pitch of each string.

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Pluck the strings with a pick made from the leftover plastic.

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Solar lighthouse

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Notes Create a stormy seascape with an actual shining lighthouse and realistic, 3D ocean waves crashing against the shoreline. Like a real lighthouse, the globe switches on in low light. The realistic, sculptural waves are achieved by adding texture medium to acrylic paint.

Preparation This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottle. Solar lights are usually found at a hardware or home store. Leave the model in sunlight to charge, or place it on a sunny windowsill. To simplify this project, use blue paper or cellophane strips to create the ocean waves instead of texture paste. Save the base section of the bottles for the ‘Bottle flower’ project on pages 5–6.

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small solar light plastic bottle scissors permanent marker tape plate for palette palette knife thick cardboard newspaper PVA glue glue brush white, grey and blue tissue paper coloured paper paintbrush white and blue acrylic paint drinking straws bicarbonate of soda small boat (see page 79)

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Solar lighthouse cont.

Remove the lamp from the plastic housing.

Cut the bottom of the bottle off. Trim the cut edge so the bottle stands level.

Place the solar light inside the bottle, at the mouth and trace around the circumference of the light.

Cut out the traced circle.

Push the solar light through the cut hole in the top of the bottle. Tape around the join if the light is too loose.

Cut an arch from a piece of paper. Hold it against the bottle side and trace around the edge.

Cut out the arch from the side of the bottle.

Tape the lighthouse to the cardboard base.

Scrunch pieces of newspaper into balls and tape them around the base of the lighthouse.

Brush the sides of the lighthouse with glue and layer pieces of white tissue or crepe paper over. Leave the top section of the lighthouse clear so the light can shine through.

Add features to the lighthouse, such as red bands of paper.

Brush the newspaper rocks with glue and layer pieces of grey tissue over. Use the brush to push the tissue into the crevices and grooves.

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Solar lighthouse cont.

Make the rocks appear more textural and realistic by adding small, torn strips of different coloured papers.

Strengthen the join between the bottle and the light, by gluing small pieces of straw around the seam. Add vertical pieces to create a lighthouse balcony.

Layer blue paper or tissue over the remainder of the base to form the ocean.

Texture paste: To make the ocean waves 3D, combine a mixture of bicarbonate of soda, PVA glue and blue acrylic paint (approximately 5 tbsp of bicarb, 3–4 of PVA and 1 of paint).

Keep adding small amounts of the glue to the paste until it forms a buttery consistency. Spread the paste over the cardboard base.

Add a little white acrylic to the paste. Do not mix the white into the dark blue completely. Leave some parts white and others light blue.

Dab the lighter paste into the dark blue base. Press down with a knife or spoon.

To enhance the waves, draw the paste up by slowly lifting the knife. This creates raised areas in the paste.

Make the waves appear as though they are crashing on the rocks by dotting some of the paste around the edges.

Stick a small boat into the ocean (see the ‘Boat in a bottle’ project on pages 79–80 for how to make a sailing boat).

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Tropical island

Notes Create a tranquil tropical island with coconut tree, surrounded by azure ocean waves. The waves are thick and textural, appearing to gently lap against the shore. The smooth watery surface contrasts with the rough, sandy texture of the island beach.

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Preparation The ‘water’ is thickened with texture paste – a medium that adds body and dimension to acrylic paint. The paste maintains the bumps and ridges of the wet paint and prevents it from flattening out when drying. Texture paste is available, readymade, from arts and crafts stores. Alternatively, you can make your own using bicarbonate of soda (Step 28).

Materials • thin card (e.g. manila folder or cereal box) • scissors • tape • thick box cardboard • newspaper • PVA glue • glue brush • coloured tissue or crepe paper • clay or beads • sand • green and brown card • aqua blue paint • bicarbonate of soda

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Tropical island cont.

Cut 2-cm strips from the long edge of the card folder.

Make an angled loop around your finger at one end of the strip.

Stick a piece of tape on the loop to hold it in place.

Roll the strip on an angle so it becomes a tube.

Tape the end and add more strip to make it longer and continue rolling.

Once the trunk reaches the desired length, tape the end to secure.

Bend the tube slightly.

Then wrap tape around the sides to hold the bent shape.

Cut small 1-cm snips around the bottom of the tube.

Fold the strips down.

Tape the strips to the cardboard base.

Roll and twist a piece of newspaper into a snake and attach the end to the base of the tree.

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Tropical island cont.

Wind the newspaper, in a spiral, around the base.

Tape the edges of the spiral down onto the card base.

Add more, smaller, spirals of newspaper on top of the first.

Use the tape to push the newspaper into shape and smooth the surface.

Brush the island with diluted PVA.

Layer pieces of yellow and/or beige tissue over the island.

Cover the whole island with tissue paper. While the glue is wet, sprinkle sand over the surface.

Cut leaf shapes out of the green card. Include a long tail at the end of the leaf.

Cut thin, angled snips down each side of the leaf to form the palm tree fronds.

Bend every second frond down.

Gently bend the frond to give it a curved shape.

Tape the tail of the palm fronds to the side of the trunk.

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Tropical island cont.

Wrap small pieces of brown card around the trunk.

Overlap the strips and tape at the top of each one. Cover the tape with the strip above.

To make the coconuts, roll brown tissue paper into tight balls and glue them to the top of the trunk.

Make coloured texture paste by combining 5 tbsp bicarbonate of soda, 4 tbsp PVA and 1 tbsp paint.

Spread the paste thickly over the cardboard base.

Add some white to the paste.

Add movement and texture to the ocean by dabbing the lighter paste into the first layer.

Make shells and sea creatures out of clay or beads and glue them to the beach.

Add a sunbaking clay figurine under a cocktail umbrella.

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Fairyland

Preparation

Construct a miniature fairy landscape with a realistic stream flowing through the centre.

The stream of glue is thick and will need to dry overnight. Do not make the glue too thick. Place the model in a warm spot to dry.

The fairy stream is created by making a river bank with pebbles and pouring blue-tinted glue into the well. The glue dries to a rippled, semi-gloss sheen that closely resembles water.

Craft foam is a water-resistant, durable craft material that is easy to cut and manipulate. It is available from arts and crafts stores in a variety of colours. Make fairies out of air drying clay, oven hardening clay, or use plastic figurines.

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thick box cardboard PVA glue glue brush white acrylic paint scissors pencil green craft foam stapler pebbles watercolour or felt-tipped markers blue food colouring cotton buds coloured paper decorations – sequins, glitter, glass stones, craft sticks, matchsticks, beads drink carton and/or paper cup figurines

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Fairyland cont. Prime the cardboard with white acrylic.

Cut the green craft foam to fit the base. Draw a stream/river shape down the foam.

Cut out the stream and glue the foam to the base.

Attach pebbles around the edge of the stream. Make sure the pebbles are close together so they form a continuous line.

Glue fish shapes to the bottom of the stream. The glue will dry semi-transparent so the fish will be visible when dry.

Sprinkle a little glitter into the stream.

Mix the PVA glue with a splash of water and a few drops of blue food colouring.

Place the base on a flat surface and pour the blue glue mixture into the stream. Leave it to dry overnight.

Staple the lid of the carton closed.

Cut off the bottom of the carton.

Cut out windows and a door.

Cut a door from the side of the paper cup.

Glue craft sticks around the sides of the cup.

Decorate the houses and glue them to the base.

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Fairyland cont. Colour one end of the cotton buds with watercolour or felt-tipped markers. Cut off the other end of the bud.

Fold a strip of green paper in half.

Keep folding the strip into a smaller size.

Cut grass points from the top of the folded strip of green paper.

Unfold the strip.

Cut a section of the grass strip and tape the end to the bottom of the flower stem.

Curl down the leaves.

Pierce holes into the base with a sharp pencil.

Dip the end of the flowers in glue and insert them into the holes.

Pierce smaller holes around the perimeter of the base.

Dip matchstick ends into glue and insert them into the holes.

Attach paper lily pads, with small beads for flowers, to the water.

Glue stepping stones to the base.

Add fairy figurines.

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Volcano

Preparation Add water to the PVA to make it easier to brush and be absorbed into the tissue paper. Use the sticky glue brush to pick up the tissue pieces.

Coloured tissue paper creates the molten lava gushing down the mountain side.

Tissue paper helps to smooth over the bumps and ridges of the newspaper form underneath.

Card and straws form the circular conifer trees. Their geometric shape contrasts with the natural contours of the volcano.

The newspaper frame could also be painted with acrylic paints instead of covered in tissue.

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PVA glue glue brush newspaper box cardboard tape skewers wire cutters, secateurs or sharp scissors coloured tissue paper green card green drinking straws needle

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Volcano cont.

Roll a sheet of newspaper into a long snake and twist it slightly.

Shape the newspaper roll into a circle and tape it to the cardboard base.

Make another roll and tape the end of it to the top of the first circle.

Keep adding smaller and smaller circles on top of each other to form the volcano shape.

Dilute the PVA with water and use the glue brush to cover the surface with pieces of coloured tissue.

To make the lava, loosely twist a small strip of orange/red tissue.

Attach the lava strip to the top of the volcano lip.

Use generous amounts of diluted glue to push the lava into place.

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Volcano cont.

To make the trees, trim skewers to size.

Use the pointy end to make a hole in the base cardboard.

Then push the flat end of the skewer into the hole.

Brush the glue partway up the tree trunks.

Wrap the tissue around the trunk and to the base to secure the trees.

Scrunch small pieces of tissue into balls and glue them in a pile to make a shrub.

Cut circles of green card in descending sizes. Use a needle and skewer to pierce the centre of the circles. Cut the straw into pieces.

Once the model has dried, thread the straws and circles onto the skewers to form the trees. Dab the last straw with glue to secure.

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Boat in a bottle

© R. I . C.Publ i cat i ons •f orr evi ew pur posesonl y• Notes Miniature boats in glass bottles are designed to be a visual puzzle. The contents inside appear too large to fit through the mouth of the bottle. Often the boats are constructed inside the bottle using long thin tools inserted through the mouth. In this project, a secret cavity is cut into the side of the bottle and then disguised with the cardboard stand.

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Preparation This project requires adult assistance to cut the bottle. If any of the label or glue residue remains on the bottle, choose this area to cut out as it will not be seen at the base. Make sure the boat is small enough to fit through the opening in the bottom. Instead of kitchen foil, the boat could be constructed out of cardboard or modelling clay.

Materials • large plastic bottle • coloured paper and card • blue cellophane and tissue paper • cottonwool • kitchen foil • PVA glue • glue brush • scissors • craft knife • toothpicks or skewers • tape • spoon

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Boat in a bottle cont. Use a craft knife and/or scissors to cut a thin rectangle from the side of the bottle. (Keep rectangle for Step 11.) Choose the area covered in glue residue from the label.

Glue some cottonwool clouds and paper seagulls to the inside of the bottle – opposite the rectangle hole.

Brush glue inside the bottle, around the rectangle opening.

Stick strips of blue tissue paper and cellophane to the inside of the bottle to form the ocean.

Loosely scrunch a piece of kitchen foil into an oblong/oval shape.

Flatten one side of the foil shape onto the table and press it into an upside-down boat shape.

Insert a toothpick or trimmed wooden skewer into the top of the boat deck.

Brush glue and coloured tissue paper all over the boat. Press the tissue down with extra glue.

Add paper sails and features to the boat. Allow to dry.

Glue the boat to the rectangular piece of plastic left over from cutting the hole in Step 1.

Insert the boat piece into the bottle and use tape to hold it in.

To make the stand, fold and bend a piece of card as pictured.

Tape the card to the bottom.

The stand prevents the bottle from rolling and hides the cut in the bottom.

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Secret tree house

Notes Use the top of a plastic bottle to create a secret fairy forest chamber. This project transforms manmade, synthetic objects into organic forms.

Preparation Cutting the bottle requires adult assistance. To prepare a class activity, trim the bottles beforehand. Tissue paper is thinner than crepe paper and, therefore, easier to flatten over the shape. However, tissue is not always available in brown. Make miniature figurines for the house out of modelling clay or plasticine.

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large plastic bottle scissors small twig with branches green and brown tissue or crepe paper paper plate kitchen foil tape PVA glue glue brush decorations

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Secret tree house cont.

Make a straight cut around the top of the plastic bottle.

Cut an arch shape in the front of the bottle top.

Tape the bottle top to a paper plate or piece of heavy card.

Insert the stick into the neck and wrap kitchen foil around the top to hold the stick in place and smooth out the join between the neck and stick.

Tape the edges of the foil to the sides to stop it slipping.

Brush PVA all over the house. Layer green tissue pieces over, brushing extra coats of glue over each piece.

Layer pieces of brown tissue where the twig meets the bottle.

Add strips of brown down the sides to resemble roots.

Brush glue on the branches.

Stick small pieces of green tissue all over the branches to resemble leaves.

Decorate the house with a selection of small items. Pictured inside this house are glass pebbles with red paper underneath. These form the fairy table and chairs. Green gemstones mark out the front path.

Tissue paper grass and flower beads surround the outside of the tree house.

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Snow cave

Notes Create an enchanting crystal cave in the snow. This icy diorama is primarily constructed out of card and kitchen foil. Kitchen foil is an ideal medium to sculpt snow forms. When coated with white paper, the edges and lines of crumpled foil resemble the natural contours of ice and snow.

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Preparation Dilute the PVA glue with a little water so it is easier to brush and soaks into the crepe or tissue paper. White tissue paper is thinner and, therefore, easier to mould around the foil forms. However, crepe paper is more opaque and is better for covering. To simplify this project, use a small box, with one side cut out, to form the cave structure.

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manila folder tape sharp pencil scissors stapler paperclips thick box card kitchen foil PVA glue glue brush white crepe and tissue paper plastic lid twigs silver glitter (optional) cottonwool figurines

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Snow cave cont. Cut the folder into roughly 4-cm strips.

Overlap the corners of two strips, as pictured, and staple to secure.

Repeat with the other ends of the strips so they form a rounded arc shape.

Attach a paperclip to each end and slip in more strips around the curve.

Staple the corners and remove the clips.

Add more strips to cover the holes and create a smooth, even curve.

Push a sheet of foil into the cave so it roughly covers the inside walls. Curl the excess around the edges.

Gently press another sheet of foil over the top of the cave and base.

Tape the foil to the base. Tape extra pieces of foil over any holes.

Loosely scrunch the foil and shape it into natural snow shapes. Tape the shapes to the base.

Sculpt small icicles out of foil.

Tape the icicles to the roof.

Tape a plastic lid to the cave floor.

Brush the model with diluted PVA.

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Snow cave cont. Lay pieces of white crepe or tissue paper over the model. Use the wet brush to push the paper into the crevices.

Use tissues or tissue paper on fine areas or on those that are hard to reach.

Poke a sharp pencil into the card base to make a hole for the tree trunk.

Poke the twig into the hole. Brush glue around the base and up the stem.

Layer more crepe paper around the base of the tree and up the trunk. Use the wet brush to push the crepe firmly and tightly onto the trunk.

Dust the model with silver glitter and then leave it to dry.

Pull thin strands of wool from the sides.

Roll the strands with your palms to neaten.

Dab undiluted glue along the branches of the trees.

Position the wool strands along the tops of the branches so it resembles fallen snow.

The penguin is sculpted out of ovenhardening clay.

The snow princess is created out of plasticine.

Plastic Arctic animals add to the frosty landscape.

The completed model

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Stone age cave This model employs the same method of construction as the ‘Snow cave’ featured on previous pages. Refer to Steps 1–13 to create the basic cave structure.

Cover the foil model in different shades of brown tissue.

Dab glue on the branches and attach torn pieces of green tissue.

Form rock shapes out of foil and cover them with brown tissue paper.

Make a tiny camp fire with twigs and torn pieces of coloured tissue paper.

Construct flowers out of cotton buds and tissue paper (see ‘Fairyland’ project on pages 73–75).

Mould mini cave people and dinosaurs out of oven-hardening modelling clay. Plastic dinosaurs may also be used.

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Fossil template Pages 33–34

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Samurai helmet template Pages 43–44

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Cardboard chandelier template Pages 50–51

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