A week ago, I was looking for new projects for a workshop
and came across Iris Folding. Developed by a Dutchmen, using scraps of
envelopes, in the early 1900’s, it's a very easy way to use left over bits of
paper, ribbon, and fabric and create something beautiful. Following a pattern,
folded paper is lined up on a pattern, with the result looking a bit like the
closing lenses of a camera.
I've been experimenting with different designs available for
free online. Not only is it very easy, but it’s a bit meditative as you place
the pieces of paper on the pattern. While the one side looks like a mess, the
right side pops the “wow!” factor.
Links to help you get started:
• How to do Iris Folding: Good video to explain how to
Iris fold. Note that you can use regular tape throughout.
• Simplicity of Iris Folding: Website offers a variety
of free templates.
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