DIY Paper Christmas Tree Star Topper Story

DIY Paper Christmas Tree Star Topper

This DIY Christmas paper star tree topper is so lightweight and is fun and easy to make!

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This paper star tree topper looks like a million bucks but is really simple to make and only cost me $15 in supplies! Plus it only took me an hour to make.

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– Glue Gun – Cardstock – Cricut machine – Scissors – Free templates – Stapler – Wood Dowel – Clear Craft Plastic

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Begin folding each of the star points along the dotted or cutout lines.

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Begin connecting the star points that have been folded by gluing the folded tabs together. Add glue to one tab at a time.

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For the fifth point of the star go ahead and fold down the dotted line. Have everything folded, but don’t add glue yet.

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Add a generous amount of glue to the top third of the wooden dowel.

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