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Giveaway: Paper Lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups

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Envelope Giveaway

playing with pop-ups Today I have a fun giveaway that includes a paper lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups both by Helen Hiebert. Leave a comment in today’s post by January 23, 2015 and you will be in the running. Open to U.S. residents only please.

Envelopes are fun to work with because they come in a variety of colors and sizes, and other papers can easily be slipped into the pocket. This clever piano hinge allows the panels of the mini folding screen to flex in both directions, enabling the screen to be displayed in a variety of ways, or even folded into a box-shaped lantern. Choose patterns reminiscent of stained glass, slip decorative papers inside, and set the screen in a spot where it can catch some light. This project is for ages 13 and up. Finished size is approx. 6? x 20? x 4?.

This kit includes:

(4) A7 envelopes

Japanese lace paper

leaf stencils

template for hinge

bamboo skewers

Helen has designed a bunch of cool paper kits. You can see her others at her website Helen Hiebert Studios.

More about the book Playing With Pop-ups :

Enter the enchanting world of pop-ups and handmade paper crafts. Join author Helen Hiebert as she guides you through materials, tools and pop-up basics including parallel folds, angle folds, combinations and variations, and layered pop-ups. Enjoy creating 20 projects to play with ranging from cards and books to buildings, graphic design pieces, and more, plus access to downloadable templates. Featuring a high-end gallery of artists, whose beautiful work will inspire you to make your own amazing paper art, Playing with Pop-Ups will teach you to create interactive pieces that everyone will enjoy.

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Comments

  8. The only pop up books I have seen are in children’s reading rooms. These look so intricate and fun. I would love to attempt crafting with paper. I am a wanna be artist!!

  21. I teach art to afterschool elementary school students – this would bring my class to a whole new dimension! Thanks for the chance to win! <3

  25. Wow! That’s an awesome card. Always loved pop-ups. I’ll have to find the book myself if I don’t win.

  35. When I was small I was so intrigued with pop up cards. Later I saw pop ups in books but never had one. As an adult I always give the new baby books and make sure one is a pop up if there was one around. I made one card that was a pop up for my daughter but never saw any as exciting as the ones that are pictured here. I would love to create some of these.

  37. Pop ups are a lot of fun to do! I especially like the architectural ones. Thanks for the great giveaway. 🙂

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DIY Wire Spool Coffee Table: A Stylish and Sustainable Home Project

Looking for a fun and eco-friendly DIY project that can transform your living space without breaking the bank? The DIY Wire Spool Coffee Table from Twelve On Main is just the thing! This project takes something as simple as a wooden wire spool and turns it into a chic, functional coffee table with a cool, rustic vibe. Whether you’re into farmhouse style, industrial décor, or just love a good upcycling project, this coffee table is sure to steal the show.

What’s great about this project is that it combines sustainability with style. Repurposing old wire spools into a coffee table not only gives new life to something that might have ended up in the trash, but it also gives your living room a unique, rustic touch. It’s a fun way to show off your creative skills and make a piece of furniture that’s totally one-of-a-kind.

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