Seasonal Schematics Craft
Krampusnacht: Krampus Card
Did You Know? Did you know that Krampus is a half-human, half-goat demon who hails from the Alpine regions of Germany and Austria? The opposite of Santa, Krampus visits the houses of children on December 5th. Instead of leaving presents behind, he leaves bruises, beating naughty children with birch sticks. That is, if you’re lucky. For the particularly troublesome kids, he simply rips them from their beds, tosses them into a sack, ties it up, and drowns them in the river. On Krampusnacht, some cities participate in a Krampuslauf, or Krampus run. During this event, people dress up as Krampus and chase down people, trying to scare and frighten them in a form of holiday fun. In recent years, however, as the popularity of Krampus has surged, there have been some people who take the holiday too far, engaging in actual violence. Some reports mention serious injuries occurring as swarms of costumed demons surround and attack bystanders attempting to flee, with some even needing hospitalization afterwards. When to Celebrate Krampusnacht occurs on December 5th, the eve of St. Nicholas day, a day which is marked to celebrate the 4th century bishop who was known for his secret acts of generosity, especially in giving gifts to the poor. St. Nicholas is known as the inspiration for Santa Claus. The Toolkit To build your Krampus Card, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Double-Sided Tape Scissors & Craft Knife Safety Tip: 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. Fold the paper: Fold along each dashed line to create four creases. 3. Shape the Design: Use the creases as guides to fold the design into the shape shown. 4. Cut the Design: Carefully cut out the design along the solid lines. 5. Attach the Design: Attach the folded design to the card base. -Tip: Place tape only in the center section. Leave the outer sections tape-free so the design can pop up properly. 6. Assemble the Card: Fold the card in half and attach the cover to the front. Your creation is complete! Share your Krampus Card with us! Success Checklist Movement Check: Open and close the card to make sure the moving element works smoothly. Alignment Check: Make sure the design is centered and securely attached to the card base. Tape Check: Check that all tape is secure and the outer sections are free of tape. 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 Krampus Card! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Krampus 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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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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Cinco de Mayo: Many-Faced Man
Did You Know? Did you know that Cinco De Mayo is known in Mexico as El Dia de la Batalla de Puebla? The day celebrates an important Mexican victory in the Franco-Mexican war, which occurred in the city of Puebla. During that battle, a group of 2000 Mexican soldiers defeated the larger French force of 6000 soldiers, and defended the city. The holiday is a minor one in Mexico, and is celebrated mostly in the city of Puebla only. When to Celebrate Like the name suggests, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on the fifth of May every year. The day marks the Battle of Puebla, which happened on May 5th, 1862. The Toolkit To build your Many-Faced Man, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Double-Sided Tape Paper Cups Scissors & Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Preparation 1.Print and Prepare: Print the templates on A4 paper and gather all necessary materials. 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!-Fun Tip: Feel free to pick your favorite expressions, or cut them all out for more variety! Phase 2: Build the Hat 3.Prepare the Base: Apply double-sided tape to the back of Ring-A. 4.Construct the Brim: Fold the brim pieces along the dashed lines and secure them together with double-sided tape. 5.Attach the Brims: Attach the two brim pieces to Ring A. 6.Form the Hat Body: Fold along the dashed line and apply double-sided tape around the top of the cylinder. 7.Assemble the Hat Body: Roll it into a cylinder, then attach the circular piece to the top. 8.Final Touches: Place Ring B on top of Ring A. Phase 3: Create the Face 9.Wrap the Cup: Apply double-sided tape to both ends of the face template and wrap it around the first cup. Cut along the face outline on the cup. 10.Cut face outline: Cut along outline on cup. 11.Attach the Expressions: Stick your top three expressions onto the second paper cup.-Tip: Each cup works best with up to three faces. To add more, simply prepare extra cups for quick swapping. 12.Assemble and Play: Slide the expression cup into the window cup. Rotate the inner cup to change the mood! Your creation is complete! Success Checklist Rotation Check:-Ensure a small gap is left between the cups for smooth rotation. -Ensure the expressions are placed side by side and are fully exposed through the cutout of the outer cup. 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 Many-Faced Man! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Many-Faced Man" 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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Earth Day: Recycligator
Did You Know? Did you know that Earth Day is the world’s largest non-religious festival? It’s celebrated annually by over a billion people in almost 200 countries worldwide! It’s meant to bring awareness to issues such as climate change, and the need to cooperate to help protect our shared natural resources. When to Celebrate Earth Day falls on April 22nd every year. Because Earth Day started as a protest movement, that date was specifically chosen because it fell between spring break and final exams during the spring college semester, and was meant to allow students to more easily participate in demonstrations. The Toolkit To build your Recycligator, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardboard Double-Sided Tape Hot Glue Gun(Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun.) Popsicle sticks (8.5 cm x 1.7cm) Barbecue Bamboo Skewers (or Bamboo Chopsticks), 3 pcs: S1(3cm), S2(5cm), and S3(10.5cm) Scissors & Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Build the Bottom 1.Print and Prepare: Print the templates on A4 paper and gather all necessary materials. 2.Mount and Cut:Using double-sided tape, mount the templates onto cardboard, then carefully cut out all the pieces. -Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using cutting tools. 3.Build the Mechanism: Glue S1 to the popsicle stick at the 3cm mark. Then, slide S1 through the vertical supports and secure them to the baseplate.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun. 4.Install the Button: Attach the top piece to the vertical supports and glue the crescent-shaped cardboard to the flat side of the popsicle stick.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun. Phase 2: Build the Body 5.Prepare the Cover: Cut the cup horizontally 3 cm from the base. Then, cut a 3 cm x 2 cm opening into the sides. -Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using cutting tools. 6.Assemble the Body: Glue the cup sections together to form the main body.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun. Phase 3: Build the Top 7.Build the Pivot: Slide S2 through the small cardboard piece, then attach them to the cup.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun. 8.Attach the Support Rod: Glue the tail piece to S3 and thread it through the pivot area. Securely glue the rod to the popsicle stick at the base of the project.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun. 9.Attach the Lid: Glue the lid onto the pivot.-Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using a hot glue gun! 10.Decorate Recycligator: Apply the decorations to your project. Your creation is complete! Use it to collect paper, plastic, or small metal items at your desk.Happy Earth Day! Success Checklist Bottom Mechanism CheckDepress the plunger at the front of your Recycligator to ensure the lid opens easily and smoothly. You may need to adjust the length of S3 if the mechanism isn’t working to your satisfaction. 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 Recycligator! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Recycligator" to Instagram or TikTok and tag us with #amomiiSSC. We’d love to see your creativity in action!Feel free to let us know what you think of the project or ask questions by leaving a comment below. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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Saint Patrick's Day: Wobblerchauns
Did You Know? Did you know that Ireland’s original national color was actually blue? In the 1600s, the Irish switched to green as an act of defiance to separate themselves from British royalty. Folklore also says that wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns. If they can’t see you, they can’t pinch you! When to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17th. This date marks the traditional death date of Saint Patrick (c. 385 – c. 461), the foremost patron saint of Ireland. What started as a religious feast day in the 17th century has evolved into a global celebration of Irish culture, history, and—of course—the color green. It’s the perfect time of year to celebrate "luck," master the physics of balance, and ensure you remain completely invisible to those pesky, pinching leprechauns! The Toolkit To build your wobble men, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] A4 Paper or Cardstock: Thick paper is less likely to crease and keeps the men intact. Colored markers Scissors: Safety First !! Always ask an adult for help when using sharp cutting tools. Double-Sided Tape Plastic Bottle Cap: Use a deeper cap—it works better! Playdough or Clay The Build: Step-by-Step 1.Print and Prepare: Print all template pages on A4 paper. For best results, use thicker cardstock to improve rigidity.- Extra fun: You can choose the black-and-white template to color yourself ! 2.Precision Cutting: Carefully cut out the men along the black line. -Safety Tip: ASK an ADULT for help when using SCISSORS! 3.Attach to the plastic cap: Use double-sided tape to attach the man to the plastic cap. 4.Build the base: Put some playdough inside the plastic cap.-Tips: Fill about 1/4 of the cap with a playdough to help the man wobble longer. 5.Create and Play: Repeat Step 1- 4 to make more wobbling men and play together!! Your creation is complete! Now gently push them and watch them wobble back and forth! Success Checklist Alignment: Are the images aligned correctly with each plastic cap? Playdough Check: If your Wobblerchauns don’t wobble smoothly, check the amount of playdough. Experiment with adding or removing dough until you get the balance just right! Wobble Check: If you’ve already checked the playdough, try using a different cap. A cap with more depth might help the men from toppling forward or backwards. The Science Link: Center of Gravity & Stability Your "Wobblerchaun" stays upright thanks to its Center of Gravity (CoG)—the point where its weight is perfectly balanced. By weighting the curved base, we "pull" the CoG as low as possible. When it tips, gravity pulls that low weight back toward the center, creating a "restoring force" that makes the character wobble instead of toppling.This is the same engineering used to keep cruise ships upright in rough seas and lifeboats self-righting. It’s a masterclass in staying grounded! [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your Wobblerchauns! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "Wobblerchauns" to Instagram or TikTok and tag us with #amomiSSC. We’d love to see your creativity in action! Feel free to let us know what you think of the project or ask questions by leaving a comment below. PROJECT CREDITS amomii Lead: Shaun Illustration: Steve Graphics & Templates: Kelly Video & Blog Content: Cindy & Vera
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International Women's Day: 4 Image Fold
Did You Know? In 1912, thousands of women took to the streets of Lawrence, Massachusetts, with a demand that changed everything: "Bread and Roses." Inspired by the words of activist Helen Todd, the strikers sent a bold message that survival—the "bread"—simply isn’t enough; everyone deserves the right to thrive and find beauty—the "roses." This week, we’re honoring that spirit with a craft that is a literal lesson in perspective! We’ve designed a custom Infinity Folder that takes a "basic" flat surface and unfolds it to reveal the layers of beauty hidden within—because why settle for just survival when you can have the roses, too? When to Celebrate International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8th. This date was chosen to commemorate the 1917 strike by women textile workers in Petrograd, Russia, which sparked the Russian Revolution. Following the strike, the provisional government granted women the right to vote. While the day had been observed in various forms earlier in the early 20th century, March 8th became the global standard to honor the ongoing struggle for women's rights, equality, and justice. The Toolkit To build your 4-Image Fold, gather these supplies: The amomii Template: [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Cardstock or A4 Paper: (Use thicker paper for a stronger, more satisfying "flip!") Glue or Double-Sided Tape Scissors or Craft Knife: (Safety First: Always ask an adult for assistance when using sharp cutting tools.) The Build: Step-by-Step Phase 1: Creating the Recatangle 1. Print and Prepare: Print all template pages onto A4 paper. For best results, use thicker cardstock to improve durability and folding performance. 2. Precision Cutting: Carefully cut along all the solid lines using your scissors or craft knife to form rectangular pieces. Avoid cutting the dotted lines—those are your fold guides! 3. Match and Attach: Align the two printed sheets by following the arrow symbols shown on the template. Glue or tape them together carefully to create one combined layout. 4. Create the Window Opening: Cut along the inner rectangle to remove the center section, forming a rectangular opening (like a frame). Phase 2: Folding Structure 5. First Fold:Fold and glue the left and right sides inward toward the center to form a long rectangle. Ensure the illustrations on your image perfectly match the reference photo; correct alignment now is the key to ensuring your image flips correctly later! 6. Second Fold: Repeat the same folding process on the opposite sides, creating a smaller layered rectangle. Press firmly along all folds to ensure clean edges and smooth flipping movement Your creation is complete! Now flip and fold the structure to reveal all four images. Each fold presents a new design celebrating empowerment and achievement as shown below. Success Checklist Fold Check: Do the panels fold smoothly in every direction? Alignment: Do the images align correctly after each fold? Proper alignment ensures all four designs appear clearly. Reveal Test: Can you flip through all four images easily without forcing the paper? The structure should transition naturally between each image. Structure Check: Does the craft hold its shape after folding and unfolding? Make sure all glued sections are securely attached. Sign up for free weekly templates delivered to your inbox. Unsubscribe at any time. [GET THE FREE TEMPLATE HERE] Show us your 4-Image Fold! Drop a comment below or share a video of your "4-Image Fold" 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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