It cannot have more than 100 pages, or the hedgehog will be too round. The final result is a protruding heart folded in the book. We never thought it was even possible to fold a hedgehog out of paper. How to make a book hedgehog shorewood library teens. Here you will find a full range of free standard book folding patterns. Diy hedgehog book folding book crafts, folded book art. It can, at times, be a little fiddly and time consuming because, depending on the level of detail in a pattern, you may have to deal with very many folds per page alot of which may be of just a mm in size. Mills and boon bone folder brown ink pad glue buttons or pennies.
This design is not the easiest book sculpture in this web site but it is the cutest. Recently my friend became obsessed with a little hedgehog that i had made out of an old book so i decided to make her one and film the process. Folded book art bookfolding patterns for beginners. Youll want it to match the size of the book, and make sure that youve got margins of about an inch inch and a half from the bottom and top. Fold that first page down and out of the way so you can proceed to fold the next page. How to make trees or christmas trees out of paperback books. Then fold back the corners, as you can see on the picture. This makes a double point but that does not matter. It turns out it is actually a surprisingly simple craft. Use your imagination to make this adorable hedgehog couple. For your children, i propose you to make a hedgehog with a book, blade of grasses and flowers. To recycle your books and transform them into something really special, weve made a collection of 10 aweinspiring book folding patterns that all book lovers will appreciate.
My daughter make it an i want to show his diy hedgehog. Theyve also developed a special beginner friendly starter. Youre likely to have all the tools you need to get started already and second hand books dont. If youd like to start easy, see my tutorial using an old kids book. Handy book to have around especially for a special celebration. Fold the right hand corner toward the spine to create a right triangle.
Book folding tutorial and a free pattern sacha and co. For those that dont know, book folding is the art of folding the pages within books to create 3d shapes. Debbi moore shows you how to create a cute 3d hedgehog using an old book. Its such a fun way of reusing old books and give them another purpose. I also have a full tutorial for a hanging book fold. Before anyone gets upset with me for destroying books.
Folded book art paper book book crafts arts and crafts paper crafts hedgehog book recycled books book. Once you have this knowledge its a very easy craft to get involved with. Easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, stay safe and healthy. The hedgehog shape is made by folding the pages in half, then folding the corners down. Book hedgehog how to make a piece of book art paper folding. We made a whole bunch of absolutely cute and easy origami for kids over the past few weeks and we cant have enough. Easy book folding art tutorial there are a few different ways to make these books with many book folding templates available on the internet. Bookfolding expert debbi moore walks you through step by step on how to bookfold a 3d hedgehog. Easy book folding patterns the folded book company. Discover the art of book folding with our selection of 85 photos with tutorials and videos. The pattern is for a book with 300 numbered pages 150 folds. How to book fold simple tutorial doodle and stitch.
Another great suggestion for a wedding or anniversary gift. Have a go and join the craze that is sweeping the nation. See a heart folded book in the making at high speed. Book hedgehog tutorial you will need small thin books e. Start with a book you dont want any more or buy it for a few pence in a charity shop. Hedgehog origami for kids we were quite thrilled when we found an easy. How to bookfold a 3d hedgehog with debbi moore youtube. To make these fabulous creations all you need is a book, a pencil and a ruler. While browsing around etsy, ive discovered many creative sellers who alter and recycle books. Folding a first sheet to the back at 45 degrees and then the other side in the same way. Ears could be made larger, and a bow could be added for a girl.
Work your way through the book folding all the pages in half lengthwise keeping the folds even. As rioters, we know that every home could use just a few more bookish decorations, and book folding is the perfect way to add some literary flare. Fold the page down horizontally in half, matching the top edge of the page to the spine. The first time i saw a book fold i remember thinking how complicated it looked and that i wished i could learn how to make one myself. On the good side, its a great catching up on tv viewing hobby as long as you dont lose your place. This type of art gives unexpectedly beautiful sculptures which are both elegant and sturdy. I put this book folding tutorial together to help people new to book folding get to grips with the basics. After all, a hedgehog is very round in shape and has spikes that jut out all over its body, making it hard to translate into paper. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. These patterns require mostly simple 90 degree folds and a little patience. Folded book art easy to use bookfolding patterns for beginners. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Since it was a really hard task to find 10 free book folding patterns, weve included some patterns you can find with some extra price.
This is presented in the table style of measurements, perhaps more suitable for larger screens difficult to see on phones, i think. This is a beautiful custom pattern we have created for you. Find book folding patterns by page number, book height, designer, category and fold method. Obviously if you have a longer word you will need more pages to fit it in and still have the recognizable detail. Learn how to fold a book into a word or picture with this simple tutorial. Easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, stay safe and healthy. Diy easy hedgehog book art book art tutorial, hedgehog. How to make a book hedgehog pick out a paperback book youd like to recycle or repurpose i. This pattern will allow you to fold a hedgehog into your book. The shorter the book the less opportunity for great detail but the longer the book the more folding you have to do. Book sculptures learn how to make amazing book sculptures or book art by folding the pages of a book while the pages are still bound together.
Read on to see how i made this adorable paperback book hedgehog. Whilst it may look difficult and complicated, cut and fold book folding is actually very easy to do. They are ideal for folding into books with few pages, or they use a small design that can be repeated several times in the same book. Recently my friend became obsessed with a little hedgehog that i had made. If youre looking for a free pattern, you can get one here. Folded book art this cute hedgehog is made by folding the pages of a book while the pages are still bound together. I have had a go at some of foldings and been successful. Kids craft bookart 2 folding a simple pattern crafts. It will take a few hours to fold all of the pages, however it isnt anywhere. The kind of folding ive done is simple no real pattern required but i definitely inspired by the budget living feature.
For a very rounded out hedgehog, use a longer book 250300 pages, and for a more flatbottomed hedgehog, use a shorter book 150200 pages. Hedgehog book folding pattern this small ebook contains a pattern for you to make your own folded book, by measuring and folding pages. Discover the art of book folding with our selection of 85. Learn from this diy book folding tutorial how to fold book pages into book art. Diy hedgehog book folding youtube quilling designs, recycled book crafts, old. How to make trees or christmas trees from paperback books. Free tutorial with pictures on how to make a piece of book art in under 60 minutes by paper folding with scissors, book, and eyes. Standard and cut and fold patterns are supported and are very simple to. For more great debbi moore products visit our site here. Start folding the pages by turning the right hand top corner of the page down to the spine of the book, as far as it will go, until you have a nice sharp fold at the top of the spine where the page is attached.
Ive just uploaded several new book folding patterns to my etsy store. Easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, sell my handmade crafts. Easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, easy book folding idea for kids diy, fold, edge, stay safe and healthy. Not only is this technique easy to do, but it is also a great way of reusing old books and giving them a new lease of life. Great and unique self made gifts for an anniversary or wedding. How to make an adorable paperback book hedgehog pink. Other videos ive seen fold only the front and use goggly eyes. This book folding artwork makes a great gift idea for valentines day, wedding anniversary, mothers day, your friends birthday, etc. Diy easy hedgehog book art this is a tutorial explaining one technique for folding a hedgehog. Following our easy to understand book folding method of marking and folding you will be able to make this beautiful pattern come to life on the pages of your own book.
Although it looks difficult, its really not, however, i do have to warn you, it is timeconsuming. Diy easy hedgehog book art this is a tutorial explaining one technique for recently my friend became obsessed with a little hedgehog that i had made out of an old book so i decided to. This time were making an easy origami hedgehog perfect for kids and beginners. Book hedgehog how to make a piece of book art paper. Youll learn how to fold a book into a porcupine or hedgehog. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Well written and lots of pictures to make the process of napkin folding easy. No animals were harmed during crafting, but i did tear apart a paperback book. I just absolutely love creating my own folded book art. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you.