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Washi Paper Doll Mobile

Make an Asian-inspired mobile using these step-by-step instructions.

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Project designed and demonstrated by Emi Fukushima

Materials and Tools:

printed Washi paper
solid color paper to match Washi paper
black crepe paper
Japanese toothpicks
bamboo sticks
black thread
white glue
scissors
screw punch
Chinese coins

Steps:

1. Cut black crepe paper like hair. Add glue and fold over the tip of the toothpick.

2. Cut printed Washi paper and the matching solid paper into 1-1/2" x 3" pieces.

3. Fold solid paper over 1/4 inch to form the collar.

4. Glue the printed Washi paper showing the 1/4-inch fold of solid paper for collar. Fold
bottom of Washi paper over solid paper 1/4 inch.

5. Fold this paper over the toothpick to form the body of the kimono.

6. Cut another printed Washi paper piece 2" x 3" for the sleeve and obi (belt).

7. Fold in half and place over the body (front) of kimono and form sleeves and obi.

8. Cut another printed Washi paper piece 1-1/2" x 2-1/2" to form bow. Fold in half and form loops and glue to back of doll.

9. Attach to thread and hang on bamboo sticks to form mobile.

10. Make a hole with a screw punch at bottom of doll and attach the Chinese coin.

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Guests
- Emi Fukushima
  Artist, Creations by Emi
  Website: creationsbyemi.com

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