How to Select Paper Weaving Crafts

It's a staple of our everyday lives, but people rarely think about putting paper on the wall except for posters. But paper is not merely 2-D: paper weaving crafts can really stand out and accent a room. Choosing the right paper weaving craft can add more character to your home and a great conversation piece for guests. They won't believe just how lovely a woven paper craft can look!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Choose Paper Weaving Crafts

1. Decide where you want to place your woven paper craft in your home to determine how large it should be. For ideas on the different sizes of paper crafts, visit the Interweave Press Web site.

2. Select a woven paper craft that fits your home's color scheme. Look for crafts that lay flat and haven't been snagged. It is difficult for the layman to fix a paper craft without making it look obvious.

3. Consider adding a decorated dowel or other hanging implement to the craft to hang it on the ceiling or from a hook. Some woven projects look great as a display centerpiece for the dining room table, while others make an impression on a blank wall.

4. Display your woven craft in a dry area of your home. While some paper crafts are coated to prevent damage, most aren't. One splash of water can warp and permanently damage your woven art.

5. Interchange your woven craft with other art from time to time to prevent fading. Keeping the sun off your craft is another way to ensure your art is colorful and bright for a long time. Some crafts can be flipped over, which is like getting two paper woven crafts for the price of one!

Tips & Warnings

• Select smaller woven paper crafts. They will stay still against your wall, unlike larger pieces which may react unfavorably to an open window.
• Hang paper crafts in your living room or bedroom, away from the steam of the bathroom and kitchen. Water can warp the craft.
• Order paper weaving crafts that haven't been on display. Paper does fade in the sun, and you want to be sure you select a craft that will stay as vibrant for as long as possible.
• Avoid buying crafts that have small tears, even if they are cheaper. It is hard to repair a paper craft, even if you're the artist!