EZ3D Pop Ups Origamic Architecture Lesson 7

EZ3D Pop Ups Origamic Architecture Lesson 7 

Materials needed:  template and scissors

In lesson 7, we will make another chair-like shape but with angled sides.  In our previous triangle lesson, we learned that we can make angled cuts as well as vertical.  Now we are going to combine vertical with angled cuts.  No matter which direction you cut, the folds must usually be horizontal for the pop up to work properly.  Remember to cut as carefully as you can and to make a crisp crease when you create your folds.  Have fun!  Another template is on its way.

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EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 6 Chair Shape

EZ3D Pop Ups Origamic Architecture Lesson 6 

Materials needed:  template and scissors

In lesson 6, we will make a flap within a flap and then pop it out.  It kind of looks like an overstuffed armchair. All the instructions are found on the PDF or JPG file. Remember to cut carefully and make crisp creases. Good luck and please come back and let me know how it turns out.

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EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 5 Triangles

EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 5 Triangles

Welcome to EZ3D Pop Ups  Origamic Architecture Lesson 5
Materials needed:  template and scissors

This time we are going to cut flaps that are triangular in shape.  We will have to cut on an angle but all the folding will be horizontal.  In both OA and regular pop-ups, as long as the connecting areas are folded horizontally, most shapes can be cut. (There does come a time when you can no longer use scissors and will have to use a craft knife. But not yet.)  The instructions are on the PDF.  Make sure you don't fold the narrow strips.  Have triangular fun!

See you next time!

Grandma Jean

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EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 4

EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 4  (5 Boxes Up and Down)

Welcome to Lesson 4!  

I hope you have already downloaded and practiced the previous templates.The instructions for this lesson are basically the same as the others and are found on the template itself.

Cut as straight as you can and make sure you end the cuts at the right spot.  When you are folding a flap that has one side longer than the other, make sure the fold is horizontal with the short end.  Happy Cutting!  Another template is on its way.

Materials needed:  Template and scissors.

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EZ3D Popups Lesson 3

EZ3D Popups  Lesson 3:  Origamic Architecture, Multiple Boxes Graduated Size

Materials needed:  template and scissors                                                                             

Here is our 3rd EZ lesson.  We will be doing the same thing we did in the second lesson, but this time we will cut four boxes of graduated size.

The pattern template will help you create a basic OA and also a basic pop up.  For your personal use, you are welcome to download the template pdf and print it.  For best results, use the pdf file and do not resize it.  If you choose the jpg, you may need to resize and center it on the printing page. Have fun!

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Directions: 

• Download and print the template and follow the instructions in the text box. 
• Remember to crease the flap on BOTH sides.
• Press down firmly on a hard surface when creasing the folds.  
• Final creases should be crisp.Practice on computer paper first.  

Cardstock is too expensive to waste. 

When you progress to plain card stock, you will have no problem printing out the template if you have an inkjet or printer.  Some laser printers may not print well on card stock. In that case, print out a paper template and fold it, fold the card stock and then attach the folded template to it. Then cut and fold.