Add a nostalgic touch to Christmas with old-fashioned paper angels—get instructions and craft easy recycled decor
Paper angels are traditional Christmas ornaments you can make quickly in large numbers. Smaller angels look adorable on a Christmas tree, while larger ones can be hung on a wall or door. Watch the video at the end of the instructions!
Paper angels—supplies:
- recycled paper (e.g., pages from an old book or magazine)
- glue
- scissors
- wooden beads
- string
Paper angels—instructions:
1. Fold two sheets of paper of equal size into accordion pleats. Make the folds along the shorter side.
2. Fold one end of the accordion to form the angel’s wing. A good spot for the fold is about one-third of its length. Fold the other accordion the same way. Make sure the long sides match.
3. Next, glue the long sides of the accordions together. Tie a piece of string into a hanging loop and place it between them. Press to secure.
4. Glue the wings to the angel’s body.
5. Thread a wooden bead onto the hanging loop. You can also glue the bead in place.
Watch the video tutorial for paper angels
