One thing always leads to another. My T-shirt project from a few weeks ago started me thinking about yo-yos. I wondered if it were possible to apply the same technique to paper. I love brown paper bags so, that was my first choice and it turned out to be a successful venture…
I wrapped a gift using a paper grocery bag. This paper was easy to work with - both malleable and strong. I was able to sew yo-yos out of this paper using a needle and quilting thread.
To make the brown paper bag easier to work with and give it a subtle, wrinkled texture - I balled it up a pulled it out flat a few times. This breaks the stiffness of the paper, making it softer and easier to shape. I glued the yo-yos to the package and wrapped it with waxed paper twine to add layered detail. I like to add various textures to monochromatic pieces to create depth and interest.
To make paper yo-yos I strongly advise using the Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker - available in the sewing supply section of Michael's (about $9.00). Follow instructions on package - substitute paper for fabric. I find quilting thread is best for this project.
Here’s a link to Amazon for Clover Yo-Yo makers.
We’re listening to Kings Of Convenience today.
Michelle L.
August 22, 2010 at 11:30 am
So elegant looking!
AJ Tarrant
August 24, 2010 at 9:07 pm
Camilla,
As always, I love to see your original thinking in action!
Thank you for sharing your creativity!
AJ
Bonnie@WhatAboutPie
August 24, 2010 at 9:47 pm
this is a great way to wrap a gift. i love the paper yo yo’s. i definately don’t like spending money on wrapping paper and I often wrap gifts in either the Sunday funnies or brown paper bags or tissue paper…of course it’s fun to decorate plain wrappings!
Keri Lee Sereika
May 9, 2012 at 1:10 am
I found your site via Pinterest and this is just such a cute idea! I know the post is almost 2yrs old but I wanted you to know I stopped by and I am going to check out the rest of your site now too! 🙂 Thanks for sharing your idea!!