Today’s “Tip” is all about getting your children involved in the crafting process with you. Recently my 10-year old son, Matthew, read two books by Tom Angleberger – The Strange Case of Origami Yoda and Darth Paper Strikes Back.
Each book includes instructions on how to create origami finger puppet Star Wars characters. The books have also inspired him to design his own creations based on other beloved Star Wars characters. At last count he was up to twelve different futuristic friends. This got me thinking – how can we work together to create some cards for his family and friends? The force is strong with this one, and this crafting mother sees a chance to grab the cardstock stash and run with it! Matthew did a wonderful job creating the Yoda and Darth Vader for these cards.
Supplies: Core’dinations cardstock, October Afternoon patterned paper, Scenic Route grid paper, Queen & Co. bling, EK Success marker, Font: 3Hour Tour, other: sewing machine.
If you have a young Star Wars fan in your life, here’s a link to Tom Angleberger’s blog (http://origamiyoda.wordpress.com/) where he posts information about how to fold both Yoda and Darth Vader. May the crafting force be with you! ~ Sarah Hodgkinson
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What a fun idea! My son loved those books, and did make the origami characters. I don't make cards, but I definitely feel a scrapbook page coming on!
Posted by: Karen | February 28, 2012 at 09:16 AM
thanks, I shared this with my son who loves Star Wars.
Posted by: Chelle K | February 28, 2012 at 09:51 AM
soooooo cute! will make this for my godchild's b'day card. THANKS!!!
Posted by: may | February 28, 2012 at 09:56 AM
What fun books - my girls love to craft with me, plus they are Star Wars fans, so we'll have to check these out. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Jena | February 28, 2012 at 11:03 AM
Love the cards the two of you made.
Posted by: Bunnyfreak | February 28, 2012 at 11:07 AM
How fun! Tell your son he did a FANTASTIC job! My kids love to be in the craft room with me. Sometimes I "feature" their work on my blog, too!
Posted by: Amanda Coleman | February 28, 2012 at 11:57 AM
I know what I'm doing today and what my youngest grandson is getting for Christmas.Thanks for he link-you're the best!
Posted by: Beth W | February 28, 2012 at 12:04 PM
He did a great job on those guys. The force is strong.
Posted by: Pam | February 28, 2012 at 12:27 PM
those books are awesome!!! ...would they make good Easter gifts?
Posted by: Tracy Mittleholtz | February 28, 2012 at 12:57 PM
Matthew loved both the books and now my grade 3/4 class is gobbling them up as well. They would make FANTASTIC Easter gifts! Keep in mind...since I am a teacher I will always recommend books over chocolate for kids. ;0)
Posted by: Sarah Hodgkinson | February 28, 2012 at 01:16 PM
Adorable idea- I haven't seen these books before but they look very cute!
Posted by: Rebecca W | February 28, 2012 at 05:10 PM
OMG those are just too cute!
Posted by: Creative Mine by Maria G. | February 28, 2012 at 06:47 PM
wow..I never thought of using origami on my cards! Awesome! TFS!
Posted by: Alexia Misso | February 28, 2012 at 07:43 PM
These are super CUTE!
Posted by: Ruza | February 28, 2012 at 08:52 PM
Super adorable cards!
Posted by: Rosie N. | February 28, 2012 at 09:22 PM
Oh my gosh - these are great!! How much fun for you and your son to work on these together! Thanks for sharing - I'm on my way to check out that blog...
Posted by: Heather DG | February 29, 2012 at 08:44 AM
These are sooooo adorable. I am a big Star Wars fan and this is just perfect for my 2 guys - the big (over 40)and medium (teenager)
Posted by: Jeannine H | February 29, 2012 at 12:16 PM