3D Star Ornament

Use star dies to create this dimensional ornament.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Cut the first star from metallic cardstock using the largest star die. Score from the outer point of each arm to the inner point or elbow on the opposite side.

   

2. Fold out (mountain fold) on the arms and in (valley fold) on the elbows.

   

3. Step 2

   Cut the second star from coordinating designer paper using the second largest star die. Score and fold as before.

   

4. Step 3

   Cut the third star from foil paper using the next nesting die, with the smallest die set inside to cut out the center. Pierce the outer and inner edges of the star using a piercing guide and your piercing tool. Score and fold as before.

   

5. Step 4

   Cut the fourth star from metallic cardstock, using the fourth largest nesting die with the smallest die set inside to cut out the center. Leave this star flat.

   

6. Step 5

   Die cut a sentiment of choice from glitter paper.

   

7. Step 6

   Add foam dimensionals to the back side of the second star, on 3 elbows. Attach it to the largest star at an offset angle and slightly downward.

   

8. Step 7

   Add foam dimensionals to the back side of the third star, on 3 elbows. Attach it to the second star, offset at a diagonal and slightly downward.

   

9. Step 8

   Add glue dots to the back side of the fourth star.

   

10. Attach it to the ornament, offset in the opposite direction and slightly downward.

    

11. Step 9

    Attach the die cut sentiment.

    

12. Punch an 1/8" hole at the top of the ornament, and string ribbon or cording through the hole. Top it off with a bow tied around the base of the ribbon as a finishing touch.

    

13. Step 10

    Complete the project.

    

Video!

Your Turn

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