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Paper Dumpling Craft Tutorial For Dragon Boat Festival
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival this year with this easy and fun paper dumpling craft tutorial! Learn how to make traditional Chinese dumplings out of paper with step-by-step instructions and follow along with the video tutorial. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this craft is a great way to get creative and have some fun!
Welcome to this paper dumpling craft tutorial for Dragon Boat Festival! The Dragon Boat Festival is an important traditional Chinese holiday that celebrates the life of Qu Yuan, a poet, and marks the summer solstice. It’s celebrated by making and eating zongzi, traditional Chinese dumplings made of sticky rice, meat, and vegetables wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves. Today, we’ll be adapting this tradition by making paper dumplings that can be used as decorations, gifts, or party favors. This tutorial will walk you through the steps on how to make these paper dumplings and get creative with their design. Let’s get started!
Easy To Make Paper Dumpling Craft Tutorial
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Material Used:
- Construction Paper (Green, Brown, And Blue)
- Sketch Pens (Black, White, And Red)
- Double Side Tape
- Scissors
- Glue
- Ribbon
- Googly Eyes
Procedure
Step- 1: Cutting Out A Leaf Shape
First, cut a leaf shape out of green paper using scissors to make a boat.
Step- 2: Drawing Details Using a Black Marker
Using a black marker, draw some lines on the boat.
Step- 3: Applying Double Side Tape On a Rectangle
Now, take a piece of a green rectangle of paper and apply double side tape on its three sides.
Step- 4: Rolling Rectangle
Roll the rectangle to make a cylindrical shape.
Step- 5: Pressing The Top of The Cylinder
Horizontally, press the top of the cylinder.
Step- 6: Forming Hollow Zongzi Shape
Turn the cylinder upside down and press the top of the cylinder in the opposite direction of the bottom that is vertically to form a hollow zongzi shape.
Step- 7: Your Zongzi Is Ready
Zongzi Shape is ready for your craft. Using the following steps make 2 more shapes.
Step- 8: Tying Ribbon On Top
Now, tie a ribbon on the top of the Zongzi.
Step- 9: Making Details
Paste googly eyes on it and draw details like smiles and cheeks using sketch pens.
Step- 10: Pasting Zongzi On Boat
Using glue, place the Zongzis on the boat.
Step- 11: Pasting Boat Oars
Cut 3 pairs of boat oars out of brown paper and paste them on Zongzis.
Step- 12: Drawing Water Waves
Draw water waves on paper using a white sketch pen.
Final Step – Dumpling Craft For Dragon Boat Festival
Isn’t this craft quick and easy to make? This is an excellent way to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. Dumpling Craft is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy together. It allows everyone to get creative and come up with unique dumpling designs. With a little practice, anyone can be a master dumpling craftsman! Stay Creative!
FAQs
What materials do I need for a paper dumpling craft?
You will need paper, scissors, glue, markers, or other decoration materials.
What kind of paper should I use for my paper dumpling craft?
You can use any type of paper you like, including construction paper, card stock, or even scrapbook paper.
How do I make the actual dumpling shape?
You can draw the dumpling shape on paper and then cut it out or use a template if you prefer.
How do I decorate my paper dumpling?
You can use markers, paint, glitter, sequins, or other decorations to make your dumpling look unique.
How long does it take to make a paper dumpling?
It usually takes about 10-15 minutes to make a paper dumpling, depending on how complex the design is.
This Paper Dumpling Craft Tutorial is a great way to make a fun and unique craft project. With just a few simple materials, you can easily make a variety of dumplings that are sure to impress your friends.
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