How do you make a paper plate dragon?

How do you make a paper plate dragon?

First cut it in half. Cut one half in half again (to make 2 quarters) and then cut one of the quarters in half again (to make 2 eighths). Step 2: Cut the rim of the plate off the quarter plate piece. Step 3: Cut little triangles off the plate rim piece to make the tail and draw a dragon head on the remaining piece.

How do you make an easy dragon?

1. Step 1: Begin With a Square Piece of Paper.
2. Step 2: Fold the Paper in Half Diagonally.
3. Step 3: Fold This Triangle in Half Again.
4. Step 4: Open One of the Triangle Flaps.
5. Step 5: Fold All Sides of the Square to the Crease in the Middle.
6. Step 6: Open the Model, and Flatten Into a Crane Base.
7. Step 7: Create a Sink Fold.

How do you make a Chinese dragon mask?

Dragon Mask Craft

1. STEP 1: Gather your supplies.
2. STEP 2: Trace the dragon template.
3. STEP 3: Add details.
4. STEP 4: Glue the dragon mask together.
5. STEP 5: Cut out eye holes and add finishing touches to your dragon mask.
6. STEP 6: Add a craft stick.

What kind of paper do you use to build a dragon?

You can stick with the traditional red and gold theme as well as experiment with different colors, patterns and types of paper for more lively variations. Origami paper in oriental motifs also works nicely. We have included templates you can use to trace all the different parts you will need to build the dragon. So let’s get started!

How to make your own Chinese dragon craft?

So let’s get started! Paper in a variety of colors, textures, patterns, gold, red, origami, etc. Cut stripes of color paper about one inch wide using the fun shape scissors. Glue the stripes to the body and tail, mixing colors and patterns, make sure it covers the body and don’t worry about any excess, it will be trimmed on the next step.

How old do you have to be to do Dragon paper craft?

This craft is so easy that a toddler can do it – they aren’t going to color with fancy-schmancy colored pencils or stay within the lines of course… But they can certainly handle it, though will probably need some assistance cutting out the two puppet pieces. This craft is most appropriate for ages 4-8.

Why are dragon puppets important in Chinese New Year?

The dragon is an important symbol in China of power and good fortune. A dragon dance is done with puppets both large and small during new year festivities to scare away bad spirits. Use this template to make your own dragon puppet to celebrate Chinese New Year! You might also like these printable dragon activity pages.