The paper tomahawk is a fascinating craft project that is characterized by its interesting design. The combination of different colors and decorative patterns creates an impressive decorative piece. These instructions show you step by step how to make this creative project.

Each of our crafting instructions contains a self-produced video and detailed step-by-step photos with detailed explanations. This combination makes crafting particularly easy: watch the video first to get an overview and then follow the individual steps with the help of the photos and descriptions.

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Materials list:

Colored paper (black, white, blue or other colors)
Scissors
ruler
Pencil
Black felt-tip pen for decorating
Glue

Paper tomahawk: step-by-step instructions with photos and description

Before you start crafting, get all the materials ready. For this project, you will need different colored paper for a nice contrast. You can choose the color combination according to your wishes.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 2 — **Step 2:** Take a white sheet of paper and fold it in half. Then fold the edges twice from each side towards the center.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The Picture 3 — **Step 3:** Now we shape the handle of the tomahawk. Wrap the handle with black paper and glue it down.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 4 — **Step 4:** Take another sheet of paper and fold it in half. Then fold the two outer corners to the center line. Then fold these corners in again.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 5 — **Step 5:** Now fold the two protruding edges inwards.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 6 — **Step 6:** Coat the entire surface of the tomahawk head with glue so that it does not open by itself. Then cut an opening in the handle into which we can insert the blade.

Paper Tomahawk: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 7 — **Step 7:** Cut out blue strips of paper to decorate our Indian tomahawk - done!

Crafting tips:

Make sure the cut edges are clean
The decorations can also have other colors
Glue everything down well so that nothing wobbles
You can also draw your own patterns
You can add additional details with a black pen

Creative crafting promotes development

Crafting with paper not only promotes creativity, but also important motor skills. Precise cutting and gluing trains fine motor skills, while designing patterns strengthens artistic expression. A homemade tomahawk is not only fun, but also strengthens manual skills.

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Published on February 19, 2025 by Vitalii Shynakov

Published on: February 19, 2025
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