DIY Paper Fortune Teller: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Remember those fun paper fortune tellers from childhood? Also known as cootie catchers, these simple origami creations are super easy to make and provide hours of entertainment. Here’s how to create your own paper fortune teller! — Guardians Game: Latest News & Updates
What You’ll Need
- A square piece of paper (6x6 inches is a good size)
- Pens or markers for decorating
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Fold in Half
Start with your square piece of paper. Fold it in half diagonally, crease well, and then unfold. Repeat on the other diagonal so you have an 'X' crease. — Celebrating Daughter's Day: History, Significance, And Gifts
Step 2: Fold Corners to the Center
Fold each corner of the square into the center, so the tips meet perfectly. Press down to create a crisp crease. Your paper should now look like a smaller square.
Step 3: Flip and Repeat
Flip the paper over to the other side. Again, fold each corner into the center and crease. — Fixing Redis Connection Errors: A Comprehensive Guide
Step 4: Fold in Half Again
Fold the square in half, crease, and unfold. Repeat by folding in half the other way.
Step 5: Create the Pockets
Gently slide your fingers under each of the four square flaps on the top to create pockets. These are where you'll insert your fingers to operate the fortune teller.
Step 6: Decorate!
Now comes the fun part. On the outside squares, write colors or numbers. Open the flaps, and on the inside write fortunes or silly tasks. Get creative!
How to Play
- Have someone pick a color or number from the outside.
- Open and close the fortune teller as you count out the number of syllables in the color or the number they chose.
- Have them pick another number from the inside flaps.
- Lift the flap and read their fortune!
Making a paper fortune teller is a fantastic way to keep kids (and adults!) entertained. So grab a piece of paper and start folding! Looking for more fun paper crafts? Check out these easy origami projects for more inspiration!
