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If you’re looking for a fun and easy craft project to do with your kids, making a paper masha is a great option. Not only is it simple to make, but it’s also a great way to encourage creativity and imagination.
In this article, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make a paper masha. From gathering materials to finishing touches, we’ve got you covered. So, grab some paper and let’s get started!
Materials Needed
Before we begin, let’s gather the materials needed to make a paper masha. You’ll need:
- Colored paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Ruler
You can use any color paper you like, but we recommend using bright and bold colors to make your masha stand out.
Step 1: Cutting the Paper
The first step is to cut the paper into the right size and shape. Take a piece of paper and fold it in half lengthwise. Use a ruler and pencil to mark the halfway point. Then, draw a line from the halfway point to the bottom of the paper, creating a triangle shape. Cut along the line to create two identical triangle shapes.
Repeat this process with another piece of paper, so you have a total of four triangles. These will be the body and head of your masha.
Step 2: Folding the Paper
Take one of the triangle shapes and fold one of the shorter sides up to meet the longer side, creating a crease. Unfold the paper and you should have a diagonal crease in the middle of the paper. Repeat this process with the other three triangle shapes.
Next, take two of the folded triangles and glue them together along the longer edge. This will create the body of your masha. Then, take the other two folded triangles and glue them together along the longer edge to create the head.
Step 3: Attaching the Head
To attach the head to the body of your masha, apply glue to the bottom edge of the head and press it firmly onto the top edge of the body. Hold it in place until the glue dries.
Step 4: Adding the Arms and Legs
To make the arms and legs of your masha, take two small rectangular pieces of colored paper and fold them in half lengthwise. Then, fold them in half again, creating a smaller rectangle. Cut along the fold to create two identical strips.
Fold each strip in half, creating a crease in the middle. Then, fold each end up to meet the middle crease, creating a “V” shape. Apply glue to one end of each strip and attach them to the body of your masha, just below the head, to create the arms.
To make the legs, repeat the same process with two more rectangular pieces of paper. Attach them to the bottom of the body, just below the arms.
Congratulations, you’ve just made a paper masha! You can add additional details, such as eyes and a mouth, using markers or colored pencils. Get creative and have fun with it!
Step 5: Adding the Arms and Legs
To add the arms and legs to your masha, take two of the remaining paper triangles and cut them in half. These will be the arms. Take the other two triangles and cut them into four smaller triangles. These will be the legs.
Attach the arms and legs to the body of your masha using glue. Fold the arms and legs at the bottom to create a flatter surface for gluing. Attach the arms to the top of the body and the legs to the bottom of the body.
Step 6: Finishing Touches
Now that your masha is almost complete, it’s time to add some finishing touches. Use a black marker or pen to draw on the face of your masha. You can make it as simple or as detailed as you like. Draw on eyes, a nose, and a mouth to give your masha some personality.
You can also add some accessories to your masha. Cut out some small shapes from a different color paper to create a hat or bowtie. Attach these to your masha using glue.
And there you have it! Your very own paper masha. Get creative and make a whole family of mashas in different colors and designs. This is a great activity to do with kids or a fun way to unwind and relax after a long day.