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A paper knife can be the perfect addition to your collection of paper objects. This knife is not only easy to make, but it's safe and won't hurt anyone -- the worst that can happen is that you'll get a paper cut. Once you make a paper knife, you can think about making a paper sword or other paper weapons. If you want to know how to make a paper knife, just follow these steps.
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Find an 8 ½ in (21.5 cm) by 11 in (28 cm) sheet of printer paper. Ordinary printer paper will do. Notebook paper is too thin for this object.
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Fold the top right corner over to the left edge of the paper. Do it so the top edge of the paper lines up with the left edge of the paper. The folded portion will form a triangle, with a rectangular piece remaining along the bottom. Make sure the edges line up and that you run your fingers along the crease you've created. [1] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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Cut the rectangular shape from the bottom. Use a pair of scissors to cut the rectangular shape that is left over on the bottom of the paper. Then unfold the triangle to reveal a square-shaped piece of paper. You will use this paper to make a blade for your knife. [2] X Research source
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Cut a slanting edge on one end of the paper. Cut a slanting edge on one end of the paper that makes the paper resemble a sharp kitchen knife. [5] X Research source
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Make the handle from the remaining paper. The handle should be about 1 inch (2.5 cm) longer than the slanted part of the blade. Measure and cut the excess paper from Step 3 to the appropriate length, and then fold it to the width you prefer for your handle.
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Enjoy your paper knife. You can paint your knife silver, decorate it, or make more paper knives to keep it company.
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QuestionWhat size should the paper be?Community AnswerIt should be at least 8.5 x 11.
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QuestionWhich paper do I need to fold for Step 4?Community AnswerFold the square piece of paper 3 times in any direction. For Step 5, fold the rectangle you got from cutting out the square.
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QuestionWhat if I don't have a stapler?Community AnswerYou could use glue instead of a stapler to fasten the two pieces of paper together.
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Tips
- The more you fold the paper, the stiffer it will be. A stiffer, more sturdy knife will last longer.Thanks
- Using tape instead of staples will make your knife look cleaner, but probably not as strong.Thanks
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- You can cover the blade of your knife with tinfoil to make it look more realistic. (It will also cover up the staples)
- Be careful not to hit anyone, as it can hurt them.
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Things You'll Need
- A sheet of printer paper
- A stapler
- Scissors
References
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MfHLaDtHUU
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MfHLaDtHUU
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MfHLaDtHUU
- ↑ https://www.craftsuprint.com/projects/paper-craft/paper-toys/how-to-make-a-paper-knife.cfm
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