Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Bazaar Tree

hello ~
How ya been. Haven't seen you in a while because, well just because. It says right in the description I have a lot of unfinished projects. Heres proof that's no empty brag. When I don't do something, I really don't do it. But I'm back and ready to take another stab at this. I'm going to ease into it with a simple little holiday project.

*Its so easy even a kid can do it*

Seriously, my 11 year old little sister made one while watching Wizards of Waverly Place.

Here we go

Supplies- one magazine you never intend on reading again. I'm using an old Harper Bazaar. It is thick and full of picture so lots of pretty colors. (do you get it? Bazaar Tree? I'm so punny)

Step # 1

Clear of space on a counter, table, or floor. A flat place to fold is really all you need.
I'm sitting in bed using a computer table.


Step # 2

Remove all inserts and perfume adds. Remove any page thats thicker or smaller than the rest.


TADA!       Some of these things are not like the other...

Step # 3

Open the magazine to the first page. Lift the page on the right hand side and fold the top of the page into the crease.


Step # 4

Now take that same page and fold it in the same way once more. Edge of page into crease.


Step # 5

There is now a flap that is hanging out of the magazine, fold it up like so...


Step # 6

Turn the page and start again.

In the end you will have a lovely magazine tree to enjoy for the holidays.
(or however long you leave it up)


I made the shorter tree by cutting 3 inches off the bottom of a magazine. You can also change the width by cutting off a portion of the side. Enjoy

Oh and watch out for paper cuts, ouch!