Easy Christmas Crafts: Paper Nutcracker Soldier
This Easy Christmas Crafts Paper Nutcracker Soldier can be made quickly and easily regardless of the version you decide to make.
Each version uses the funEZ pattern, paper, yarn and simple tools. The finished paper nutcracker soldier is fun and playful.
Let's look at three different versions.
Each version uses the funEZ pattern, paper, yarn and simple tools. The finished paper nutcracker soldier is fun and playful.
Let's look at three different versions.
All three versions are made the same way. Each uses slightly different paper materials.
Easy Christmas Crafts: Paper Nutcracker Soldier Materials and Tools:
All three use:
Paper Nutcracker Soldier pattern
Thread (I used black all purpose thread.)
Yarn (or ribbon) 12 inches long (doesn't have to be exact)
Scissors
Hole punch
Thread (I used black all purpose thread.)
Yarn (or ribbon) 12 inches long (doesn't have to be exact)
Scissors
Hole punch
Option 1
Matte finish presentation paper for printer
Color printer
Option 2
Regular printer paper
Color printer
Poster board
Glue
Option 3
Regular printer paper
Printer - B&W or color
Construction paper - black, red, blue, tan
Glue
Matte finish presentation paper for printer
Color printer
Option 2
Regular printer paper
Color printer
Poster board
Glue
Option 3
Regular printer paper
Printer - B&W or color
Construction paper - black, red, blue, tan
Glue
Other options could be made with different paper as well.
Take a look at the simple materials and tools shown here for Option 1.
Take a look at the simple materials and tools shown here for Option 1.
The Steps for How to Make the Easy Christmas Crafts: Paper Nutcracker Soldier:
For Option 1, print the Paper Nutcracker Soldier pattern on matte presentation paper. I used 48 lb. Brochure and Flyer paper. (Options 2 and 3 different steps are described below Option 1.)
Cut around the pattern shapes.
Cut around the pattern shapes.
Punch holes where the white circles are on the pattern pieces.
Push thread through the holes in one boot and in the bottom of one leg.
Lap the thread 3 to 4 times through the holes.
Lap the thread 3 to 4 times through the holes.
Position the boot in front of the leg.
Tie a knot in the thread ends.
Tie a knot in the thread ends.
Clip the thread ends.
The left leg and left boot are now connected.
Using the same process, connect the remaining joints.
For the different connections:
> Cap overlaps head
> Head is behind top of red jacket
> Top of arms overlap jacket
> Hands overlap arms
> Legs overlap jacket
> Boots overlap legs
For the different connections:
> Cap overlaps head
> Head is behind top of red jacket
> Top of arms overlap jacket
> Hands overlap arms
> Legs overlap jacket
> Boots overlap legs
Thread the ends of the yarn through the two holes at the top of the cap.
Tie the yarn ends into a knot to form the loop.
Tie the yarn ends into a knot to form the loop.
This fun little paper nutcracker soldier is finished and ready for small hands to play with him, to hang as a decoration or to add some whimsy for a smile or two.
For Option 2, print the pattern in color on regular paper.
Glue the paper to light-weight poster board.
Let the glue dry.
Then, follow the steps for Option 1.
Glue the paper to light-weight poster board.
Let the glue dry.
Then, follow the steps for Option 1.
Option 3 uses four different colors of construction paper.
Print the pattern on regular printer paper.
Cut around the shapes outside the lines.
Glue the cap and boots to black construction paper.
Glue the legs to blue construction paper.
Glue the jacket and arms to red construction paper.
Glue the head and hands to tan construction paper.
Let the glue dry.
Then, follow the steps for Option 1.
You can also add eyes and nutcracker teeth with a pen or pencil.
Print the pattern on regular printer paper.
Cut around the shapes outside the lines.
Glue the cap and boots to black construction paper.
Glue the legs to blue construction paper.
Glue the jacket and arms to red construction paper.
Glue the head and hands to tan construction paper.
Let the glue dry.
Then, follow the steps for Option 1.
You can also add eyes and nutcracker teeth with a pen or pencil.
Here are the fun little paper nutcracker soldiers lined in a row.
Simple materials and simple tools makes this a fun and easy project for people of all ages.
Have fun!
The inexpensive and Easy Christmas Crafts Paper Nutcracker Soldier project can quickly and easily become one or many; maybe even a fun garland for the holidays, too.
Have fun!
The inexpensive and Easy Christmas Crafts Paper Nutcracker Soldier project can quickly and easily become one or many; maybe even a fun garland for the holidays, too.
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