Seasonal Schematics Craft
Puck Fair: Tickle Me Puck-O
Did You Know? Did you know that Puck Fair, or Aonach an Phoic, is one of Ireland’s oldest festivals, dating back to at least 1613? Every summer, a small group of people from Killogrin travel up the nearby mountains to catch a feral goat. The goat is taken back to the town and crowned King Puck. The ‘King” is placed in a small cage and put on a stand in the middle of town and celebrated for the three day festival. At the end of the three days, the goat is taken down and returned to the mountains where he was found. When to Celebrate Puck Fair takes place every summer from 10th-12th of August. It is thought to celebrate the legend of a famous goat that warned village inhabitants of the approaching army of Oliver Cromwell back in the early 17th century. The Toolkit To build your Tickle Me Puck-O, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Plastic Sheet or Tape Glue (white glue or craft glue) Scissors & Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) The Build: Step-by-Step 1. Print and Prepare: Print the templates on A4 paper and gather all necessary materials. For best results, use cardstock for improved durability. 2. Precise Cutting: Carefully cut out all pieces along the solid black lines. -Safety Tip: Ask an adult for help when using cutting tools. 3. Assemble the Sliding Mechanism: Place a clear plastic sheet (or tape) over the blank area of the sheep base, then position the sliding tab on top. 4 Attach the Sheep: Attach the colored sheep onto the black outer frame. -Tip: Do not apply glue to the center area. 5. Complete the Sheep: Attach the remaining sheep body pieces to complete the design. 6. Punch and Tie: Punch a hole at the top center of the A4 sheet, then thread the string through the hole and tie a knot. Your creation is complete! Share your Tickle Me Puck-O with us! Success Checklist Movement Check: Slide the tab back and forth to make sure it moves smoothly without getting stuck. Alignment Check: Make sure all pieces are properly aligned and securely attached. Glue Check: Check that all glued areas are firmly attached, while the center area remains glue-free. Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Tickle Me Puck-O! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Tickle Me Puck-O" to Instagram or TikTok and tag us with #amomiiSSC. We’d love to see your creativity in action! PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Illustration: Steve Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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Christmas in July (Yulefest): Santa Popup
Did You Know? Did you know that Yulefest, also known as Christmas in July, has its origins in Australia? Due to the hot summer weather in December, people enjoy celebrating more common Christmas traditions in the winter months when it’s a little cooler, such as sitting around a fireplace with mulled wine, and enjoying hearty dinners, featuring roast meats, gravies and vegetables. When to Celebrate The holiday officially takes place on July 25th, but there are celebrations held every Saturday during the month of July. The festival is believed to have started small in the late 1800s and early 1900s, but started to gain momentum and popularity in the late 1970s. The Toolkit To build your Santa Popup Card, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or A4 Paper: (Use cardstock for a sturdier card.) Double-Sided Tape Scissors & Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) The Build: Step-by-Step 1. Print and Prepare: Print the templates on A4 paper and gather all necessary materials. For best results, use cardstock for improved durability. 2. Precise Cutting: Carefully cut out all icons and parts along the solid black lines. -Safety Tip: Ask an adult for help when using cutting tools. 3. Fold the A4 Sheet: Fold the A4 sheet in half along the center line. 4. Assemble the Base: Fold Base A and Base B along the dotted lines, then glue them onto the A4 sheet. 5. Assemble the Body : Fold the Santa Body along the dotted line, then attach it to Base A and Base B as shown below. 5. Assemble the Head: Fold the Santa Head along the dotted line, then glue it to the matching area on Base A. 6. Attach the Second Hand: Attach the second hand to complete the Santa figure. 7. Decorate the card: Attach the icons to the card, then fold the A4 sheet in half to create the pop-up effect. Your creation is complete! Share your Santa Popup Card with us! Success Checklist Movement Check: Open and close the card slowly to ensure all pop-up parts move freely without sticking. Santa Alignment Check: If Santa doesn’t pop out smoothly, check the attachment areas and press along the fold lines to sharpen the creases. Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Santa Popup Card! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Santa Popup Card" to Instagram or TikTok and tag us with #amomiiSSC. We’d love to see your creativity in action! PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Illustration: Steve Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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US Thanksgiving: Turkey Pen Holder
Did You Know? Did you know that Thanksgiving is in some ways responsible for modern convenience food? Back in 1953, the company Swanson & Sons overestimated demand and had over half a million extra pounds of frozen turkeys left over after Thanksgiving. Needing a creative solution, Gerry Thomas had an epiphany. Inspired by the neat trays of food served on commercial airlines, Gerry ordered aluminum trays and portioned out the turkey meat, adding stuffing with gravy, peas, and sweet potatoes into individual, ready-to-heat meals. Thus, the TV dinner was born! In its very first year, Swanson sold 10 million dinners, completely revolutionizing the modern food industry. They proved to be so incredibly popular that within just five years, American families were spending 500 million dollars on them annually, which is about 5.5 billion dollars in today's money! When to Celebrate Today, Thanksgiving is celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November. This wasn't always the case, though. There was a time when it was traditionally celebrated on the last Thursday of the month instead. That meant in certain years, Thanksgiving could fall as late as November 30th. This late date frustrated retailers because it significantly shortened the Christmas shopping season. To solve this, Thanksgiving was officially moved in 1941 to ensure that the holiday weekend would always end by December 1st at the latest. The Toolkit To build your Turkey Pen Holder, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or Paper: (Letter size or A4; thicker paper makes a stronger build) Glue or Double-Sided Tape Scissors or Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools!) Materials required: 2 Paper Strips (for the accordion paper spring) 2 Paper Cup Bottoms (1 shorter for the head, 1 taller for the body) 1 Cardboard Tube (cut a tissue roll tube into two pieces) 2 Doll Eyes The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Prepare 1. Print and Prepare: Print the template and carefully cut out all the pieces. 2. Create the Paper Spring: Take the two long paper strips and position them at a right angle. Fold the strips back and forth over each other to create an accordion paper spring, following the reference picture, and secure the end when finished. Phase 2: Build the Turkey Body 3. Prepare the Body and Head Gather: The two paper cup bottoms The paper spring 4. Connect the Head and Body: Glue one end of your paper spring to the center of the larger cup base (the body). Glue the other end to the smaller cup section (the head) to create a fun, bouncy turkey neck. 5. Make the Beak Take the yellow circle paper, fold it in half, and then fold it in half again. Cut along one of the folded creases as shown, roll it into a clean cone shape, and glue it securely. 6. Add the Face: Glue your completed cone beak and the googly eyes onto the turkey's bouncy head. Phase 3: Create the Tail Feathers 7. Fold the Tail Feathers: Take one patterned feather strip and accordion-fold it back and forth along the guide lines to create a pleated fan shape. 8. Repeat: Repeat this process until you have 5 folded feather sections in total. 9. Connect the Feathers: Glue the 5 feather sections side-by-side to create one large, beautiful turkey tail fan. 10. Attach the Tail Base: Glue the pointed bottom center of your pleated tail fan to the straight edge of the green semi-circle base piece. Phase 4: Assemble the Turkey 11. Attach the Body: Glue the bottom of the turkey's cup body directly to the center of the green base assembly. Phase 5: Build the Pen Holders 12. Decorate the Tubes: Take the two cut cardboard tubes, wrap the turkey wing templates around them, and glue them down securely. 13. Attach the Holders: Glue the two decorated cardboard tubes onto the green base, positioning one on each side of the turkey body to become your pen holders. 14. Decorate: Add any extra colors, patterns, or creative decorations to make your turkey uniquely yours. Your Turkey Pen Holder is complete! 🦃✏️Fill up the side holders with your favorite pens, pencils, markers, or craft supplies, and display your festive turkey proudly on your desk! Success Checklist Spring Check: Does the turkey's head bounce playfully when you gently touch it? Tail Check: Are all five colorful feather sections securely attached to the back? Holder Check: Can the cardboard tubes hold your pens and pencils safely without tipping over? Decoration Check: Did you add your own creative, personal touches to make your turkey unique? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered straight to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Turkey Pen Holder! We'd love to see your Thanksgiving creations! Share a photo or video of your Turkey Pen Holder on Instagram or TikTok and tag #amomiiSSC. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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Dia de Muertos: Dancing Skeleton
Did You Know? Did you know that Dia de Muertos can possibly trace its origins back over 3,000 years to ancient Aztec traditions? The Aztecs held several celebrations honoring the dead throughout the year, but the event closest to the modern holiday was Quecholli, a day in late October that honored Mixcoatl, the god of war. During this festival, the Aztecs would set up altars and offer gifts of food to honor fallen warriors and ease their journey to the afterlife. It is thought that the Spanish likely merged this holiday with the Catholic traditions of All Hallows' Eve during their colonization, though historians continue to study the exact blend. Some aspects of the holiday are unquestionably European in influence, such as the lighting of candles to help the souls of the dead find their way back home, which can be linked to similar practices in medieval Spain. When to Celebrate Dia de Muertos takes place over two days which coincide with the Catholic holidays of All Saints' Day on November 1st and All Souls' Day on November 2nd. The traditions of Dia de Muertos split the two days into Dia de los Angelitos, which honors children who have passed, and Dia de los Muertos, which honors adults. The Toolkit To build your Dancing Skeleton, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or Paper : (Letter size or A4; use thicker paper for a stronger build) Hot Glue Gun Scissors or Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools) Materials required: Corrugated Cardboard (About 2 mm thick) Wooden Dowel (3 mm diameter) Paper fasteners Optional Decorations (Paper flowers, markers, etc.) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Prepare 1. Print and Prepare: Print the template, glue the sheets onto your 2 mm corrugated cardboard, and carefully cut out all the pieces needed for the project. Phase 2: Build the Cam Mechanism 2. Connect the T-Bar: Take the straight linkage arm (the long blade piece) and attach one end to the middle hole of the T-bar panel. Secure them together using a brad (split pin) where the red circle indicates. Make sure it can pivot freely. 3. Build the Cam Wheel: Locate the large circular wheel base marked with positions A and B. Glue a 2 cm cardboard circle onto both positions. Then glue a 3 cm cardboard circle on top of the circle at position A. 4. Layer and Pierce: Glue a larger 3 cm cardboard circle directly on top of the 2 cm circle at position A. Once the glue dries, pierce a clean hole straight through the center points of both circle A and circle B. 5. Attach the T-Bar to the Wheel: Align the bottom hole of your T-bar mechanism with the center hole of circle A on the wheel base. Insert a 3 mm wooden dowel through both holes, and secure it firmly on the front side with hot glue. 6. Secure the Back: Let the wooden dowel pass all the way through to the back of the wheel base. Slide another 3 cm cardboard circle onto the dowel on the backside, glue it down securely, and trim off any excess dowel. Phase 3: Assemble the Skeleton 7. Put the Body Together: Arrange all your cut-out skeleton body pieces. Use brads (split pins) to connect the joints together so the arms and legs can move. Make sure you pierce holes and connect them at all the marked red circles. 8. Attach the Head Mechanism: Before gluing the skull on, you must attach the skull's backing support panel to the upper neck joint using a brad (as shown in the red circle). Once the support panel is secured, glue the colorful skull face onto the front of it. Phase 4: Prepare the Background 9. Prepare the Background: Prepare your decorative background board and make sure to punch out all the guide holes according to the template instructions. Place the assembled skeleton onto the front of the background 10. Mount the Cam Wheel: Flip the background board over. Align the cam wheel with Hole C and insert a wooden dowel through the wheel and the board. 12. Lock it in Place: From the front side of the board, push the dowel all the way through the board and through the skeleton's chest hole. Slide a 3 cm cardboard circle onto the dowel on both the front and back sides to sandwich the layers. Secure everything firmly with hot glue on both sides, then trim off any protruding dowel. 13. Attach the Anchor Arm: Align the guide hole on the wing-shaped extension of your linkage mechanism with the hole on the left side of the background board. Secure it with a brad. 14. Lock it in Place: Align the skeleton puppet's body over the background board. Push the wooden dowel from the back through the main board and straight through the center hole of the skeleton's chest, threading it out through the center of the front layers. Insert a 3 cm cardboard circle onto the protruding dowel on the front side of the skeleton's chest. 15. Secure the Mechanism: Use a hot glue gun to apply a generous dab of glue over the circle and the tip of the wooden dowel to lock it in place, then repeat on the pivot connection on the back of the board to ensure everything is held firmly. 14. Secure the Feet: Attach the skeleton's feet to the marked locations at the bottom of the background board. Final StepYour Dancing Skeleton is complete! 💀🎉Turn the wheel on the back and watch your skeleton dance and sway.Add paper flowers, colorful decorations, or festive accessories to make your skeleton unique! Success Checklist Wheel Check: Does the cam wheel rotate smoothly? Movement Check: Do the arms, legs, and head move when the wheel turns? Joint Check: Are all paper fasteners secure while still allowing movement? Dance Test: Can your skeleton dance freely without getting stuck? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered straight to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Dancing Skeleton! 💀🌼 We'd love to see your skeleton dance! Share a photo or video of your creation on Instagram or TikTok and tag us with #amomiiSSC. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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Halloween : Flying Flappy bat
Did You Know? Did you know that many of the traditions we associate with Halloween come from the ancient Celtic holiday Samhain? Samhain (pronounced SAH-win) marked the end of summer, which also happened to be the last day of the year. On that day, the Celts believed that the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead was at its weakest, making it easier for spirits to invade our world. To avoid these spirits, the Celts would dress in costumes to disguise their appearance and confuse them. In case that was ineffective, they would also offer food and gifts to ensure they didn't upset the spirits. During the Roman Empire, the holiday was merged with Feralia, a holiday also celebrated in late October that honored ancestors with gifts of food and drink. When to Celebrate Halloween takes place on October 31st every year. The name Halloween comes from All Hallows (meaning holy, or to honor as sacred) Eve (night before), which is in reference to All Saints' Day, a Catholic holiday celebrated the following day on November 1st. The Toolkit To build your Flying Flappy Bat, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or Paper (Letter size or A4; use thicker paper for a stronger build) Hot Glue Gun (or craft glue) Scissors or a Craft Knife (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools!) Hole punch Materials Required Cardboard (for the head, wings, and body) 1 Black Paper Cup (or use a plain paper cup and color it with a black marker) Yarn (cut to various lengths as needed) 1 Long Wooden Dowel 2 Cardboard Circles (with center holes, for the hanger) 4 Small Magnets (used as counterweights) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Prepare 1. Print and Prepare: Print the template and carefully cut out all the pieces. Glue the head, body, and wing templates onto your cardboard for extra strength. Phase 2: Build the Bat's Head 2. Prepare the Paper Cup: Cut off the top rim section of the paper cup as shown in the reference picture. 3. Color the Cup: Color the paper cup section black with a marker, or use a black paper cup if you already have one. 4. Attach the Head: Glue the colored cup section securely to the back of the bat's head template. Phase 3: Build the Body 5. Cut the Body: Cut the center corners of the body piece exactly as indicated by the template lines. 6. Punch the Holes: Punch out all the marked guide holes in the body using a hole punch. 7. Add the Pull String: Flip the body over. Glue one side of the body together while placing a piece of yarn in the center. 8. Fold the Body: Fold the body in half. Then fold the center corner flaps outward as shown in the reference picture. 9. Attach the Head: Glue the completed head structure onto the front of the bat's body. Phase 4: Build the Wings 10. Punch the Wing Holes: Use a hole punch to punch out all the marked holes on both wing pieces. 11. Thread the Main Wing Strings: Thread a long piece of yarn through the two outer holes on one wing. Insert the yarn from the back so that both loose ends come through to the front side. 12. Repeat for the Second Wing: Repeat the exact same threading process for the other wing piece. 13. Tie the Wing Ends: Tie the loose ends of the yarn on each wing. 14. Connect the Wings: Using short pieces of yarn, connect each wing to the body through the marked holes. Repeat for the second set of holes so both wings are securely attached. Phase 5: Build the Hanger 15. Prepare the Hanger Components: Gather your long wooden dowel and the 2 small cardboard circles with center holes. 16. Install the End Stops: Slide one cardboard circle onto each end of the wooden dowel and lock them in place with glue. 17. Add the Hanging String: Tie a medium-length piece of yarn around the exact center of the wooden dowel, securing the knot tightly. Phase 6: Final Assembly 18. Add the Weights: Attach two small magnets to the tip of each wing to act as counterweights. 19. Hang the Bat: Tie the wing string loops to both ends of the wooden dowel as shown in the reference picture. Final StepYour Flying Flappy Bat is complete! 🦇Hang your bat by the center top string, then gently pull the center body string down to make the wings flap gracefully like a real flying bat! Success Checklist Flap Check: Do both wings flap smoothly and evenly when you pull the string? Balance Check: Does the bat hang level and even from the wooden dowel hanger? Weight Check: Are the magnets securely attached and helping the wings move naturally? Connection Check: Are all yarn connections tied securely without any tangles? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered straight to your inbox. 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Mid Autumn Festival: Mid Autumn Box Lantern
Did You Know? Did you know the legend behind the Mid-Autumn Festival? The story follows Hou Yi, a heroic archer tasked with saving the land from a dire disaster. Ten suns blazed in the sky, destroying crops and drying up lakes and rivers. Using his mystical bow, Hou Yi shot down nine of the suns, leaving just one to provide perfect light and warmth. For his heroic deed, he was gifted an elixir of immortality. However, Hou Yi chose not to drink it because it was only enough for one person, and he couldn't bear to live forever without his beloved wife, Chang'e. Instead, he gave it to her to keep safe. One day, while Hou Yi was out hunting, his apprentice, Peng Meng, broke into their home to steal the elixir. To stop the villain from gaining godlike power, Chang'e drank the elixir herself. Her body instantly became lighter than air, and she floated up into the sky. Wanting to stay as close as possible to her true love, she chose the moon as her new home. When Hou Yi returned and discovered the heartbreaking loss, he laid out Chang'e's favorite fruits and cakes on an altar, hoping to entice her back. This ancient tradition of offering cakes and pomelos is why we still enjoy them today during the Mid-Autumn Festival! When to Celebrate The Moon Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. Because the lunar calendar shifts, this festive date typically falls between early September and mid-October. The Toolkit To build your Mid-Autumn Box Lantern, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Hot Glue Gun Scissors & Craft Knife (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) 16 Popsicle Sticks (4 sticks for each lantern panel) 5 Wooden Dowels Red Construction Paper (for the hanging ornaments) 1 Plastic Straw (cut to length as needed) Yarn (cut to length as needed) Mini LED Light The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Prepare 1. Print and Prepare: Print out your template and carefully cut out all the paper lantern panels. Phase 2: Build the Lantern Frame 2. Reinforce the Lantern Panels: For each of the 4 lantern sides, gather 4 popsicle sticks. Attach the sticks along the borders of each paper panel using double-sided tape as shown in the template. 3. Create the Box Shape: Join the 4 completed panels side-by-side to form a sturdy, four-sided box structure. Phase 3: Strengthen the Structure 4. Install the Wooden Dowels: Measure and place two wooden dowels diagonally across the top face of the lantern to form an "X" shape. Repeat this exact process for the bottom face of the lantern. 5. Secure the Frame: Use a hot glue gun to secure all connection points, especially the outer corners where the dowels meet the popsicle sticks and the center where the dowels cross. Phase 4: Make the Hanging Ornaments 6. Prepare the Red Paper: Cut a piece of red paper into thin, even strips, making sure to leave the very top section uncut to hold the fringe together. 7. Roll the Ornament: Wrap the uncut top portion of the paper tightly around a small piece of plastic straw, applying glue as you roll to lock it in place. 8. Add the Hanging Loop: Fold a piece of yarn in half to create a loop. Thread the loop up through the straw piece and secure it firmly at the top with glue. Phase 5: Install the LED Light 9. Prepare the Light: Securely tie a piece of yarn around your mini LED light 10. Hang the Light: Tie the other end of the yarn to the center of the top wooden dowels inside your lantern. Adjust the height so the LED light hangs right in the middle of the box, then trim any excess yarn. Phase 6: Attach the Ornaments 11. Hang the Decorations: Thread your ornament yarn up through the bottom of the lantern and tie it to the top wooden dowels so the red tassel hangs beautifully underneath the box. 12. Add the Finishing Touch: Using a wooden dowel, wrap and secure the ornament yarn around it as shown in the reference picture. Add several wraps and knots to keep everything secure. Your Mid-Autumn Box Lantern is complete! 🏮✨Turn on your LED light, watch your beautiful lantern glow, and enjoy celebrating the Moon Festival with your family and friends! Success Checklist Lantern Check: Does the lantern stand evenly with all four sides properly connected? Frame Check: Are the wooden dowels securely glued and supporting the structure? Light Check: Does the mini LED light hang perfectly in the center of the box? Decoration Check: Do the ornaments hang freely and move gently without falling off? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered straight to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Mid-Autumn Box Lantern! We would love to see your beautiful creations! Share a photo or video of your glowing lantern on Instagram or TikTok and tag us #amomiiSSC. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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World UFO Day: Alien Abduction
Did You Know? Did you know about the famous 1947 UFO crash in Roswell, New Mexico? Did you know that it was originally reported to be a "flying disc," but the story was later changed to a weather balloon? The incident sparked massive nationwide interest—enough for the Air Force to launch Project Blue Book, a study dedicated to analyzing UFO sightings. In the years following Roswell, Project Blue Book cataloged over 12,000 different sightings! When to Celebrate World UFO Day is celebrated every year on July 2nd, a date that commemorates the 1947 crash of what was thought to be an alien spacecraft in Roswell, New Mexico. In 1994, the US government declassified Project Mogul, revealing that the Roswell wreckage was actually a surveillance device from a top-secret program during the early years of the Cold War. The Toolkit To build your Alien Abduction craft, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or A4 Paper: (Use thicker paper for a stronger build) Glue or Double-Sided Tape Scissors or Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) Materials Required: Grab these materials and let's get started! 1 Chenille Wire 2 mm Corrugated Cardboard 3 Plastic Straws (Cut to length as needed) 2 Rubber Bands 1 Popsicle stick The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Prepare 1. Print and Cut: Print all template pages and carefully cut out the pieces. Pay attention to the template notes showing which pieces should be attached to corrugated cardboard for extra strength. Phase 2: Build the Body Structure 2. Prepare: 3 straws Green rectangle template piece 3. Arrange the straws as shown in the reference picture: The straight straw goes in the middle. The two bendable straws go on the left and right sides. 4. Secure the Structure: Tape the three straws together. 5. Wrap the green rectangle template around the bottom section of the straws and glue it in place. Phase 3: Build the UFO Body 6. Prepare the Parts Gather: UFO body templates attached to cardstock 1 Popsicle stick 4 rectangular cardboard pieces Straw structure 2 rubber bands Pipe cleaner 7. Reinforce the UFO: Flip the UFO body pieces over and glue two cardboard rectangles onto each side as shown in the reference picture. Phase 4: Install the Launch Mechanism 8. Prepare the Ice Cream Stick: Trim the corners of the popsicle stick as shown in the reference image. 9. Attach the Stick: Glue the popsicle stick to the bottom section of the straw structure. 10. Add the Rubber Bands: Loop one rubber band onto each side of the stick. Phase 5: Assemble the UFO 11. Position the Straw Structure: Place the straw structure in the center of the UFO body. (Note: Do not glue it in place!) 12. Prepare the Alien Beam: Cut the chenille wire into two equal pieces and bend each piece into a circular shape. 13. Install the Beam Rings: Hang the pipe cleaner rings onto the straw structure and glue the rings to the cardboard body as shown in the reference picture. Phase 6: Add the Characters 14. Attach the Alien Parts: Glue the character templates onto the tops of the side straws to create the alien heads and hands. 15. Attach the UFO Top: Glue the top section of the UFO onto the straw structure. Phase 7: Add the Human 14. Install the Human Figure: Attach the "Save Me" human template to the popsicle stick as shown in the reference picture. As shown in the image below, fold the two protruding blue strips backward over the popsicle stick, and secure them tightly with double-sided tape. 17. Add the UFO Cover: Attach the half-UFO cardstock piece behind the UFO body as shown in the reference picture. 18. Cross the Rubber Bands: Stretch both rubber bands and hook them diagonally to the opposite sides of the half-UFO cardstock piece. Make sure the rubber bands form an "X" shape and can move freely without getting tangled. Your Alien Abduction craft is complete! 👽🛸Pull and release the mechanism to watch the UFO "abduct" the human as the aliens lift them into their spaceship! Success Checklist Abduction Test: Does the human move up and down smoothly when the mechanism is activated? Rubber Band Check: Are both rubber bands securely attached and evenly stretched? Structure Check: Is the UFO body sturdy and able to hold the mechanism in place? Alien Check: Are the alien heads and hands securely attached to the straws? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us you Alien Abduction! 👽🛸 We want to see your UFOs in action! Share a photo or video of your Alien Abduction craft on Instagram or TikTok and tag #amomiiSSC. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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Running of the Bulls: Bull Run
Did You Know? Did you know that there are actually eight bull runs during the festival, starting every morning at 8am on July 7th? Despite being the most famous aspect of the festival, the run is quite short at only 850 meters, and lasts only about five minutes each morning. Most people who participate in the run take place in only one of the run’s sections, lasting about 10 to 15 seconds each. When to Celebrate The Festival of San Fermin takes place every year from July 6th to 14th. According to most, the modern version of the Festival can be traced back to 1591, when a festival celebrating San Fermin was integrated with another festival, started by butchers, who had made a sport of transferring bulls from their corrals, through the city streets and into the main bullring for sport and eventually slaughter. The Toolkit To build your Bull Run, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or A4 Paper (Use thicker paper for a stronger build) Glue or Double-Sided Tape Scissors or Craft Knife (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) Materials: 2 Cup Bottoms (2 cm height) 2 Straws (1 cm diameter) 2 Additional Straw Pieces (cut as needed to support the body) 1 Straw (1.5 cm diameter) Cardboard (for the bull body and mechanism covers) A4 Cardboard Sheet (for the background) 30 cm Yarn 1 Wooden Dowel (4.5 cm) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Cut 1. Print and prepare: Print the template and carefully cut out all the pieces. Attach all bull body parts to cardboard for extra strength. 2. Prepare the Mechanism: Using the two cup bottoms: Cut one cup as shown in the reference image to create the top piece and trim the second cup as shown so both pieces can fit together. 3. Create the Center Hole: Make a hole in the center of both cup pieces. 4. Install the Center Straw: Insert the 1.5 cm straw through the center hole and glue it securely in place. 5. Add the Dowel and Yarn: Insert the wooden dowel into the straw and tie the yarn securely around the dowel. 6. Connect the Tail: Leave a short section of yarn extending from the mechanism. Glue this section to the tail piece. For extra strength, attach a small piece of cardboard to the back of the tail. 7. Close the Mechanism: Cover the cup mechanism with a circular cardboard cover. Glue everything securely into place. Insert a 1 cm straw onto the wooden dowel as shown in the reference picture. This straw will be used to connect the bull's body to the mechanism. Phase 2: Build the Bull Body 8. Prepare the Lower Body: Make a hole in the center of the lower body piece as shown in the template. Insert it onto the wooden dowel of the mechanism, and glue them together from the top, ensuring that the straw piece under the legs is allowed to move freely. 9. Add the Supports: Flip the bull body over. Using the reference image as a guide, mark the positions where the support straws will be attached. 10. Install the Straws: Glue supports straws onto the upper body section and attach a 1 cm straw to the lower body section. This straw will sit on the wooden dowel mechanism. 11. Reinforce the Upper Body: Glue a piece of cardboard across the upper support straws for added stability. Phase 3: Final Assembly 12. Connect the Body and Mechanism: Insert the lower body straw onto the wooden dowel of the mechanism. Ensure the body can move freely. 13. Attach to the Background: Position the bull and mechanism on the cardboard background. Once you are happy with the placement: Glue the mechanism to the background. Glue the upper body support structure to the background. Allow everything to dry completely. Your Bull Run is complete! 🐂🏃Pull the tail and watch the bull spring into action, recreating the excitement of the famous Running of the Bulls festival! Success Checklist Movement Check: Does the bull move smoothly when you pull the tail? Tail Check: Is the yarn securely attached to both the mechanism and the tail? Mechanism Check: Does the wooden dowel rotate freely inside the straw? Stability Check: Is the bull securely attached to the background while still moving properly? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Bull Run! Create more than one and turn it into a race! Share your Bull Run on Instagram or TikTok and tag #amomiiSSC. We’d love to see your creativity in action! PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Illustration: Steve Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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International Fairy day: Spinning Fairy
Did You Know? Did you know that International Fairy Day is a relatively new festival, started in 1999 by artist Jessica Galbreth? It is a day meant to celebrate the mythical and magical in the world, and to use the stories of these creatures as an inspiration to children worldwide. The goal is to show them that anything is possible, and to reach for their goals, no matter how fantastical. When to Celebrate The date of June 24th was chosen for International Fairy Day because, according to the legends and folk stories, fairies are meant to be most active during the summer solstice. The solstice is the time of the year when they can most easily cross over from the magical realm and into the human world. The Toolkit To build your spinning fairy, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or A4 Paper: (Use thicker paper for a stronger build) Glue or Double-Sided Tape Thick Double Tape Scissors or Craft Knife (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools) Materials Corrugated Cardboard 5 mm thickness 2 mm thickness Wooden Dowels 4 mm Diameter: 16 cm (1 piece) 18 cm (1 piece) 5 cm (1 piece) 3 mm Diameter: 4 cm (12 pieces) Accessories 1 Plastic Straw (cut to length as needed) Colored Paper (optional decorations) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Print & Cut 1. Print and Prepare: Print your template and carefully cut out all the pieces. Pay close attention to the template instructions showing which parts should be attached to cardboard for extra strength. Phase 2: Build the Rotating Wheels Prepare: You will need 2 wheel mechanisms. For each wheel: Prepare 2 cardboard circles Prepare 6 pieces of 3 mm wooden dowels 2. Glue the 6 wooden dowels along the marked lines on one circle. 3. Then cover them with the second circle to form a wheel structure. 4. Repeat the same process to create the second wheel. 5. Insert Main DowelsMake a hole in the center of each wheel: Insert the 18 cm dowel into one wheel Insert the 16 cm dowel into the other wheelDo not glue them yet—just insert firmly. Phase 3: Build the Main Body Refer to the assembly image provided in the template for guidance. 6. Prepare the Base Gather the cardboard body pieces that have a hole in the center of each piece. Arrange the body structure with the cardboard parts and attach a piece of straw underneath the body as shown in the reference picture. Glue the cardboard circle with a center hole onto the base. 7. Install the Vertical Mechanism Insert a straw piece onto the 18 cm wooden dowel, then insert the dowel vertically through the center base. 8. Install the Horizontal Mechanism Insert the 16 cm wooden dowel horizontally and add the wheel before inserting fully. 9. Adjust both wheel positions carefully and ensure they rotate smoothly. Once everything is aligned, carefully glue the wheels in place to keep them positioned correctly. 10. Attach 2 straw pieces along the sides of the body to help cover and support the wooden dowels. Phase 4: Build the Handle Mechanism Prepare These Parts Large cardstock circle Small cardstock circle 5 cm wooden dowel Assembly Steps 11. Glue the Circles Together: Glue the small circle on top of the large circle. 12. Insert the Wooden Dowel: Insert the 5 cm wooden dowel into the side hole as shown in the template. Glue it securely. 13. Attach to the Body: Attach the mechanism to the right side of the Spinning Fairy body. Before fully gluing, check that the mechanism can still rotate smoothly. 14. Finish the Left Side: Glue another small circle onto the left side to complete the mechanism. 15. Cover the structure with cardboard pieces and glue all body panels securely into place. Phase 5: Build the Fairy Prepare: Fairy template Wings Optional decorations 16. Glue the white section of the fairy dress into a cone shape. 17. Attach the wings to the back. Phase 6: Final Assembly 18. Roll the thick double-sided tape and attach it to the center wooden dowel at the top of the body. 19. Place the fairy onto the tape. 20. Decorate your Spinning Fairy: however you like to make it magical and unique! ✨ Your Spinning Fairy is complete! 🧚Spin the mechanism and watch your fairy twirl and fly through the air. Success Checklist Spin Check: Does the fairy rotate smoothly? Movement Check: Do all moving parts turn together without getting stuck? Balance Check: Does the fairy remain upright while spinning? Mechanism Check: Can you turn the handle easily and repeatedly? Get Your Templates Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Spinning Fairy! We'd love to see your magical creation come to life! Share a photo or video of your Spinning Fairy!spinning and twirling on Instagram or TikTok, and tag us with #amomiiSSC. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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