Converting timber into paper is a very energy-intensive process, but recycling conserves resources and saves energy. Recycling all cards after Christmas will save tens of thousands of tons of greenhouse gases each year.

Materials Needed:

• scissors
• white card stock
• X-acto knife
• recycled images (from last year's Christmas cards, magazines or wrapping paper)

• ruler
• paper glue
• Download: Pattern 1
• Download: Pattern 2

Step 1

Print out attached templates. Place selected template onto a piece of patterned, recycled paper. Draw around the template and cut out the shape.

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Step 2

Lightly score down the middle of recycled card stock with an X-acto knife and ruler. Fold card in half and glue the large star shape onto the front.

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Step 3

Using the smallest star template, cut tiny stars from the recycled paper and glue them onto the card around the large star. Allow to dry.

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