How to Make a Heart Out of a Gum Wrapper Step by Step
Hi, my name is John Johnson and today I am going to teach you how to make a heart out of a gum wrapper step by step. It may seem like a small and insignificant thing, but trust me, it’s a fun and easy way to impress your friends or loved ones. So let’s get started!
Curiosities and Interesting Information
- Did you know that the gum wrapper heart is also called a gum wrapper chain?
- The first recorded gum wrapper chain was made in 1965 by a high school student in Ohio.
- Gum wrapper chains were popular in the 1960s and 1970s, and have recently had a resurgence in popularity due to social media.
Materials
- A gum wrapper
Step 1: Fold the Wrapper in Half
Take the gum wrapper and fold it in half vertically, making sure that the edges are even.
Step 2: Fold the Edges
Take the top layer of the wrapper and fold it diagonally to meet the center crease. Do the same with the other side. You should now have a triangular shape with a straight edge at the bottom.
Step 3: Fold the Bottom Edge
Take the bottom straight edge of the triangle and fold it up to meet the top point of the triangle. This will create a smaller triangle shape.
Step 4: Fold the Edges Again
Take the top layer of the triangle and fold it diagonally to meet the center crease. Do the same with the other side.
Step 5: Tuck in the Edges
Take the top flaps of the triangle and tuck them into the pocket created by the bottom fold. Gently push the edges down to create a heart shape.
Step 6: Finish the Heart
Your gum wrapper heart is complete! You can now make more hearts and link them together to create a chain.
FAQs
Q: What kind of gum wrapper should I use?
Any kind of gum wrapper will work, but larger wrappers will create larger hearts.
Q: Is it safe to eat the gum before making the heart?
It is not recommended to eat the gum before making the heart, as it may make the wrapper sticky and difficult to fold.
Q: Can I make other shapes with gum wrappers?
Yes, you can experiment with different folding techniques to create other shapes such as stars or butterflies.
Q: What if my heart doesn’t turn out right?
Don’t worry if your first attempt doesn’t turn out perfectly. Keep practicing and soon you’ll be making perfect gum wrapper hearts.
So there you have it, a fun and easy way to make a heart out of a gum wrapper step by step. Give it a try and impress your friends with your new skill!