Things You'll Need:
- Kite pattern
- Tape measure
- Marker
- Newspaper
- Scissors
- Bed sheet or pillowcase
- Support rods
- Sticky tape
- Strong ties
- Kite string
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Step 1
Cut the bed sheet smaller to make it more manageable or use a pillowcase. Place the fabric on the newspaper outline and cut out the kite pattern.
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Step 2
Measure and mark the kite pattern outline (usually 3 feet and 4 inches) on a sheet of newspaper. Cut an inch or so outside the pattern lines to allow extra room when cutting the bed sheet.
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Step 3
Use support rods, such as small lightweight plastic water pipes that are 1/4 inches in diameter, to use as the kite frame. Make the frame by connecting the supports together evenly on the kite's edges as well as in the kite's middle.
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Step 4
Secure each rod or pipe together with sticky tape to finish the kite frame. Add the frame to the fabric with sticky tape for a small kite and with string or strong ties for bigger kites.
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Step 5
Create small holes on either side of the frame in several places (about every 2 to 4 inches) for bigger kites. String the ties through the holes on either side, then connect the string ends over the frame and tape in place.
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Step 6
Place the kite face down and pick it up by the middle noticing what part of the kite lifts first. Then tie the kite string to that point on the frame, which should be 8 inches from the top.
