A large and shining Star made from Paper Bags

Step 1.

Requirements = seven paper bags with a block bottom (flat). A TIP: Use 9 paper bags for a denser star (more star points).

Step 2.

Apply glue along the bottom and in the middle as shown. As an alternative you may use double-sided adhesive tape.

Step 3.

Place a bag on top of the glue and apply glue on this bag in exactly the same manner as the previous bag. Proceed in layers, until the last bag is glued on.

Step 4.

Measure approx. 9 cm from the top and down along the long side of the bag. Cut off the corners. (This is how you make the star's points).

Step 5.

Make 1-2 cuts at an angle on each side to make a holed pattern in the star. A TIP: The layers may feel rather thick to cut all at once, so we recommend you cut a few layers at a time.

Step 6.

Double over a ribbon and glue it on as illustrated.

Step 7.

Use a Screw Punch to make a hole through all the layers below the ribbon as shown. A TIP: Alternatively you may make the hole with a pointed tool such as an awl.

Step 8.

Apply glue as illustrated and stick the first paper bag to the last, creating a star shape.