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Paper German Star Tutorial (3)

By Lorraine

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

German Star Tutorial is one of my favorite projects and by far my most popular post.

So, I thought I would re-post for those interested in making some of these very pretty paper stars this year.

There is still lots of time to get busy making German Stars in time for Christmas.
Click German Star Video to take you to my step-by-step tutorial.
Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.
Un-waxed blue stars and waxed white stars decorate my white feather tree.

 

 

 

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

This is how the blue stars look when they have been waxed. The paper becomes darker. Glitter has been sprinkled on while the wax is still wet for an added sparkle.

 

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.
Bright and cheerful colors
Stars can be made using different color paper strips creating a bright and fun star. The above stars have been waxed and glittered.
Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.
 The German Star video shows you the entire process and since you can pause it, giving you time to complete each fold and turn, you will be able to make these stars too. The stars are not difficult to make but the folds need to be done in the right order for it to come out correctly.

Pretty crochet snowflake is intricate and yet easy to make. Use as an ornament, gift embellishment or window decoration. Great video how-to.

 

If you are giving stars as gifts, you might want to include a card. I created a FREE printable for you with a place for the recipient’s name on the front, a little history about the stars on the inside and storage suggestions on the back. Get your printable by clicking German Folded Paper Stars Gift Card.

 

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

These waxed stars are displayed outdoors on my porch.

 

 

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

Even covered with snow the waxed stars survived 🙂

Waxing German Stars

 The finished Stars are delicate and beautiful just as they are.
For longer lasting stars, they can be dipped in wax and sprinkled with glitter for a shimmering look.
Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

The finished stars were traditionally dipped in paraffin to help withstand outside elements and make them more durable.  For the how-to, click Dipping German Stars in Wax to see how I dipped my stars in wax.

 
      
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 Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

 

Folded paper German stars remind many of childhood when they were made at Christmas time. Easy to follow, step by step video tutorial teaches you how.

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Comments

  1. SisterDG says

    January 27, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    I can't thank you enough for making your video tutorial! I've been wanting to make these German stars forever, but haven't been able to master those central points. Finally, thanks to you, the process makes sense. And, what a beautiful idea, dipping them in wax!

    Reply
  2. ♥ Kelley ♥ says

    November 22, 2010 at 3:22 am

    Thanks for sharing this tutorial for making these beautiful stars~I can't wait to try these!
    Wishing you a blessed week and Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  3. gnee @ Singing With Birds says

    November 8, 2010 at 5:12 pm

    We are having a special old-fashioned Christmas at a cabin this Christmas and making our own ornaments. These would be perfect!

    Reply
  4. Suzy says

    November 8, 2010 at 2:06 pm

    I remember these being on my grandmother's tree when I was a kid in the fifties and her telling me then that they were very old. They were made of a heavy waxed paper and the design always intrigue me!!

    Reply
  5. Lana G! says

    November 8, 2010 at 3:50 am

    Oh what a great project! Beautiful!

    Reply
  6. Red Couch Recipes says

    November 8, 2010 at 3:22 am

    I would like to try these, but I am a bit geometry challenged but thank you so much for the instructions! Joni

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  7. Gardening in a Sandbox says

    November 8, 2010 at 3:15 am

    The stars make the tree so elegant.

    Reply
  8. A Garden of Threads says

    November 8, 2010 at 2:08 am

    They are so beautiful, thank you for sharing the link.

    Reply
  9. sarah says

    November 7, 2010 at 11:06 pm

    WOW. Those are beautiful! Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog. I am enjoying checking out all your projects!
    http://www.homeismore.blogspot.com

    Reply
  10. Julie says

    November 7, 2010 at 10:27 pm

    These are so beautiful!! I wish I had more time for projects like these.

    Reply
  11. crochet lady says

    November 7, 2010 at 9:57 pm

    Those are so very lovely. Dipping them in wax and adding glitter sure add so much.

    Reply
  12. Deb says

    November 7, 2010 at 9:46 pm

    Glad to see a Christmas post. I love these for the tree and hope to make some. Your little out-door tree is charming. Hugs, Deb =^..^=x5

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  13. Beth says

    November 7, 2010 at 12:17 pm

    Those are stunning! What a beautiful addition to your tree.

    Reply
  14. NanaDiana says

    November 7, 2010 at 12:12 am

    I have always wanted to learn how to make these. This is so timely that it was posted here today. A friend of ours has a significant other who makes the most beautiful ones I have ever seen. I mean LARGE ones too. Anyway, he told me that this year he would teach me how to make them. As I write this it makes me want to cry because he has cancer that has progressed so quickly that I don't think he will make it until Christmas. I will look at your video when I have time and make them from that. Thank you so much for doing that. Please pray that our friend's friend has a peaceful passing. Hugs- Diana

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  15. Mildred says

    November 6, 2010 at 11:29 pm

    I love these and the photos in the snow are my very favorites!

    Reply
  16. Ann says

    November 6, 2010 at 9:53 pm

    Your fabulous German stars are how I found your lovely blog. I never did try dipping any in wax, maybe this year I'll make a few for gifts and try that out.

    Reply
  17. Tara says

    November 6, 2010 at 9:50 pm

    Those are so so pretty. May try my hand at those this year. Got your directions last year, but never got around to making them.
    Thanks for sharing!
    hugs,
    tara

    Reply
  18. Lady Farmer says

    November 6, 2010 at 9:07 pm

    I was just thinking of making some of these following your tutorial! I am hoping to have a few other gals join me! Thanks again for posting this great tutorial!
    Blessings!

    Reply

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