| Paper Wall Hanging |
From "DIY Crafts"
episode DIC-228 |
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Materials: 30 sheets papyrus and/or handmade paper cut to desired size
100 split-ring key tags
Craft knife
Metal straightedge
Scotch tape
Hole punch
Pencil
Ruler
36"-long wood lath or dowel
2 cup hooks
2 eye hooks
10 pieces of 4"-long raffia
2 pieces of 24"-long raffia Note: These directions will yield a decorative panel that's 36" x 60", 5 panels across by 6 panels high. To make a larger or smaller panel, simply add or subtract rows until the desired size is achieved. - Measure and cut the papyrus or handmade paper to desired size. We used 8" x 10" as our size.
- In the sheet's 4 corners, measure in 1/4" from each side and mark. This will be the edge of the punch hole. Reinforce the corners with Scotch tape.
- Stack several sheets of paper together, taking care to line up the edges. Punch each of the corners, leaving 1/4" of paper to the edge. Continue until all sheets of paper have a hole in each corner.
- Separate the split rings from the key tags.
- Line up the first row of punched paper side by side. Connect the first 2 sheets of paper with the rings (figure A): top right hole to top left hole, bottom right hole to bottom left hole. You now have 2 sheets connected horizontally. Now add a third in the same manner. Continue connecting the first row until 5 sheets are connected with rings. Repeat this process with the second row.
- When 2 rows are complete, place one row above the other and connect the holes on the bottom of the top row to the holes on the top of the bottom row. You should have 2 rows of 5 sheets of paper attached with rings.
- At the intersection of 4 sheets of paper there will be 4 rings. Each hole should have 2 rings, one connecting vertically to the sheet above and one connecting horizontally to the sheet beside. Continue until the panel is completely connected together.
- Thread the 4" length of raffia through each hole on the top row of the completed panel. Knot each length evenly.
- Measure in 1" from each end of lath or dowel and mark. Screw in eye screws (figure B). Insert lath or dowel through raffia rings.
- Thread a 24" length of raffia through each eye screw and knot evenly.
- Attach 2 cup hooks in the ceiling the same distance apart as the eye screws on the lath or dowel.
- Hang panel from the two longer lengths of raffia.
Tip: This hanging looks spectacular when lit from behind. It can be used as a background for sculpture or on its own. Hang it several inches from the wall and illuminate with a can light on the floor. It is equally impressive when used as a window treatment to obscure a less-than-desirable view, yet it allows light to filter through into the room. Products: Check out the art-supply store for interesting papers. They have a myriad of choices ranging from handmade textures featuring fibers and natural bits to hand-blocked printed papers. The split rings used in this project can be found at office-supply stores. They may be attached to paper key tags. The rings need to be separated from the paper tag.
RESOURCES :
Paper Sculpture:A Step-by-Step Guide
Model: 1564963292
Author: Kathleen Ziegler
September 1996
North Light Books (F & W Publications)
Website: www.fwpublications.com
300 Papermaking Recipes
Model: 1564773035
Author: Mary Reimer
To order this title from Amazon, click here.
Creative Paper Folding
Model: 0806927518
Author: Mickey Baskett
(May 2002)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here
Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Website: www.sterlingpub.com
Mobiles And Other Paper Windcatchers
Model: 0806981067
Author: Noel Fiarotta and Phyllis Fiarotta
(1996)
To order this title from Amazon.com, click here.
Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Website: www.sterlingpub.com
Paper Quilling: Beautiful Paper Filigree to Make in a Weekend (The Weekend Crafter Series)
Model: 1579900135
Author: Malinda Johnston
(March, 1998)
Lark Books / Altamont Press
Website: www.larkbooks.com
Paper Crafting Beautiful Boxes, Book Covers and Frames
Model: 0806999535
Author: Valeria Ferrari
Creative Paper Art: Techniques for Transforming the Surface
Model: 0806994576
Author: Nancy Welch
Centerpieces Through the Year
Author: Kurt Cyr
(2000)
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Paper Illuminated: 15 Projects for Making Handcrafted Luminaria
Model: 1580173306
Author: Helen Hiebert
(September, 2001)
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Paper Making: How to Create Original Effects with Paper. . .
Model: 0805038957
Author: Marion Elliot
Paper: Hundreds of Stunning Practical Projects in Collage, Decoupage, Papier Mache. . .
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Author: Southwater Publishing
Order this title from Amazon.com.
GUESTS :
Kurt Cyr
Author/Interior Design & Decoration
Cyr is the author of Centerpieces Through the Year. See Resources for information on the book.
Phone: 818-881-0006
Website: www.kurtcyr.com
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