Fun Paper Spinner DIY

July 15, 2022

Sometimes the simplest things can be the most entertaining.

This Paper Spinner DIY is just that and a fun way to keep you twirling for days! 😁

Materials you will need:

• Construction / Color Paper
• Adhesive
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Hole Puncher
• Dowel 3/16" x 12" (or straw / sturdy stick)
• Markers (to color / decorate)

Note: these steps are for making a bigger version of the paper spinner by using longer pieces of paper strips and a dowel. The smaller version (see template) can be created by following the same steps but coloring the template first and using a straw instead of a dowel.

Step 1: Gather materials

Step 2: Cut out (8) 11" x 0.5" strips
Can also color / decorate at this step

Step 3: Cut circles from template
(Option) - color/decorate template or trace onto color paper and cut out

Step 4: Glue strip ends to one circle and then glue another circle on top.

Step 5: Repeat on other side

Step 6: On one end, hole punch the center of the circle

Step 7: On the other end, use scissors to create a hole in the middle
Slightly fold the circle in half and cut; fold in opposite direction and cut to make an "X"
Make sure this hole fits around the dowel - it cannot be loose like the other end where it's hole punched

Step 8: Insert dowel through the holes and leave a little bit showing at the top
Top - where the "X" opening was created

Step 9: Glue the top end to keep in place; let glue dry

Step 9: Enjoy! Twirl the paper spinner around and have fun!

Watch our step-by-step tutorial to create your Fun Paper Spinner:

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