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When most people think of papercrafts they think of origami. But there’s another form of papercraft that utilizes glue and colorful printouts to create amazing works of delicate art.

There are many papercraft sites on the internet to help you dip your toe into the world of this addictive and inexpensive art form. They offer patterns for you to download and print out, usually for no charge. Once you have the patterns printed out, an exacto knife, a pair of scissors, glue, and a ruler are all you need to start construction of your model. You can begin with simpler patterns that require only 30 minutes worth of time and work your way up to more elaborate pieces that can take upwards of 130 hours. Patterns range from architectural landmarks to plants and animals. Seasonal papercrafts add a personal touch to your store-bought holiday decorations.