Materials Needed
Use a square piece of paper (cut letter-sized paper into a square by folding one corner to the opposite edge and trimming the excess), scissors, and optionally a pencil for patterns.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Fold the square paper in half diagonally to form a triangle.
- Fold the triangle in half again to make a smaller triangle.
- Fold the smaller triangle into thirds: bring the right point over by one third, then fold the left point over the right to align edges (aim for 30-degree angles for six points).
- Trim the top pointed end at an angle to create the snowflake's points, ensuring all layers match.
- Cut simple shapes like triangles, curves, or half-circles into the folded edges without cutting all the way through. Avoid large blank areas for delicate results.
- Unfold carefully and flatten with fingers or low-heat iron.
Tips for Easy Success
Start with basic triangle cuts for beginners to ensure the snowflake holds together. Thinner paper like parchment cuts more easily. Experiment with patterns after practice, but keep cuts small to mimic real six-pointed snowflakes.