Page Art Designed for Program Planning Guide tweens, teens, & adults

Transform an old book into a work of art. Follow a pattern or design your own folded book art design. Using a simple folding technique, measuring lengths and angles, participants will create images and patterns in the pages of .

Included in Kit Time Sample Program Outline Folded Book Art by Clare Youngs Planning/prep: 1 hour Introductions The Repurposed by Lisa Occhipinti • Look through pattern resources Staff member explains process: Book Folding Pattern CD Rom: • View video tutorials online • Create design on long edge of book pages 5 by Debbi Moore Designs Program: 1-3 hours (adapt for books of different lengths) Measure Mark Fold & Measure Clean up: 30 minutes • Determine length of each fold Mark Cut Fold pattern binder and mark back edge Bone folders (12) »» Precise folds and matching fold Rulers (16) angles make the designs sharper Craft knives (8) • Overly complex designs can be frustrating for beginners Not Included Participants select book and pre-made Pencils pattern, or design their own books to upcycle Measure and mark all pages Fold! Optional Supplies Reflection: Additional craft knives • Even if they haven’t finished their Mod Podge book folding project, take a moment Scissors to debrief on the process Foam brushes • What worked well? Glue sticks Additional Projects • What would they do differently next time? Permanent markers Blackout poetry Book page wreaths • Is this a project they might Colored pencils Book page flowers Collage try again at home?

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