Tartan Weaving

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Skill Level

Beginner

Time to Make

15 mins

Adult Supervision

Yes

Tartan Weaving

Top Tip

You can try this technique with wool, paper, and other materials.

How to Make

Step 1

Tartan Weaving

Start by folding a piece of red A4 card in half, then cut along the fold to create an A5-sized piece.

Step 2

Tartan Weaving

Use zig-zag or wavy pattern scissors to trim the two short edges of the card.

Step 3

Tartan Weaving

Attach the card to a piece of cardboard for added stability.

Step 4

Tartan Weaving

Secure one end of the yellow ribbon to the back of the card and wrap it around the front, spacing it evenly as you go.

Step 5

Tartan Weaving

Begin weaving the green ribbon through the yellow ribbon, alternating under and over. Leave gaps to let the red background show through.

Step 6

Tartan Weaving

Finally, wrap thin green ribbon around the weave to achieve a tartan effect.