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    How do I know the places I need to cut?
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    To remember which fold or spot to cut, draw it out or mark it first.
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    What did you use to poke the holes in the car?
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    They used a hole puncher, but if you don't have one you can use a toothpick, which works just as well.
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    Do I need cardboard for the wheels?
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    You should use a sturdy material for the wheels. Cardboard is a perfect choice!
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    Is it movable?
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    If you make the first one, the wheels don't actually spin but you can pretend. The second version does have spinning wheels, so you can "drive" it around on the floor.
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    Can I make it out of rice paper?
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    While you could try it, you may find that it's too thin.
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    I don't have an inch ruler. What should I use?
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    Convert inches to whatever unit of measurement you have available. If you're not sure how, just google "convert inches to [your unit of measure]."
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    Do the measurements for step 2 have to be really close or can I just estimate those?
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    For the non-moving car it’s up to you because you can make it bigger or smaller ones for the moving one.
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    How do they hold the wheels in place without the wheels flying off the toothpick?
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    You can hot glue beads to the end, or use clay balls at the end. These options will stop the wheels from coming off.
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    If you don't have a toothpick, what can you use?
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    Straws are a great alternative. Of course, there are a few adjustments you will need to make, like possibly a bigger wheel, or a bigger hole punched hole. If it comes down to this, you may have to scale everything up a bit to fit the straw, but still any other small stick like thing should work.
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    How do you make the car move?
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    You could either blow the car from behind or you could just use your hands and move it around manually.
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    Do we have to use origami or A4-size paper?
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    No, you may use almost any paper as long as you can make a square out of it, and it folds easily.
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    How do I pause the videos?
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    It's simple. If you're watching YouTube, you press the spacebar or the letter "k".
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    How do you make a paper toy car?
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    Sketch out what you want your toy car to look like. Next, cut it out. If you’re a child, use safety scissors. Then color it with felt tip pens and colored pencils.
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    Can I use cardboard for everything?
    Alex Lukacsffi
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    Cardboard may be used for the wheels but will be too thick for the sides and hood of the car.
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    How do I get good at making paper things? this is hard!
    Abby Everyonelover
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    You just need time and effort. Use thin paper (not cardstock). That way it isn't as hard to crease (fold). Make sure to look at the instructions.
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    How do you stick it together?
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    Use glue or a glue stick.
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