3D paper diamonds

How to make it

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   1

   Draw the crown

   Draw a row of 8 tall triangles joined side by side, each 1 1/2 in wide at the base. That's the pointy bottom.

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   2

   Draw the top

   Above the row, draw 8 short trapezoids, one on top of each triangle. Add a small glue tab at one end.

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   3

   Cut it out

   Cut around the outside edge only.

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   4

   Score the folds

   Run a dry pen along every inside line with a ruler. The paper will fold crisp.

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   5

   Fold every line

   Fold each line back and forth once so it bends easily.

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   6

   Glue it closed

   Glue the tab to make a ring. Then bring the triangle points together and tape them inside.

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   7

   Close the top

   Cut an octagon that fits the top and glue it on.