Exploding Handbag

Make an exploding paper purse.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Score at 4" from all sides of the first 12" sheet of patterned paper.

   

2. Step 2

   Score diagonally in each of the four corner sections.

   

3. Step 3

   In the outer center squares mark the center. Score from the inner corners of the square to the outer edge center as shown in the photo.

   

4. Step 4

   Crease along the score lines and fold as shown in the photo.

   

5. Step 5

   From the second sheet of paper cut a piece 7" x 4".
   
   Score at 4" and 5" from the left edge.
   

   

6. Step 6

   Adhere the 4” section of the scored piece of paper to the back of the bag. The 2" section is the front flap of the bag.
   
   

   

7. Cut a strip of paper 12" x 3/4", and score 1 1/2" from each end. This is the handle. Adhere the scored ends to the underneath of the 1" scored part of the bag flap.

   

8. Step 7

   Cut a small piece of self-adhesive Velcro to the inside of the bag flap and close in place, securing the bag.

   

9. Step 8

   Decorate the bag to finish the project.

   

Video!

Your Turn

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