/r/papercraft

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We make things out of paper.

A subreddit for the discussion and sharing of papercrafts and paper models.

Please title your posts with detail of what your model actually is; low-effort titles will be removed.

When posting something new, use the link flair after you've made your post:

[Build Template] - Did you build it? Then this flair is for you! If possible, please include the download link

[Model] - For models that you've found online or elsewhere.

[Request] - For any questions you might have.

If you are looking for something specific in terms of tools, please mention your region.


What to use in general (refer to the sticky guide for more info):

Paper - use paper that is heavier than regular printer paper (regular printer paper is ~20lb/ ~75gsm).
Thicker paper = more sturdy model, but harder to cut/fold/score.
Thinner paper = less sturdy model, but easier to cut/fold/score.

Printing
Inkjet - ink and printers are cheaper to replace than toner and laserjets, and the edges hold up well after scoring/folding, but it doesn't print on all paper types, the resolution may be lower, and any moisture (e.g. sweat from hands) can ruin the colour.

Laser - able to print on all types of paper, can handle moisture, and can print at a higher resolution than ink, but can crack and flake off when scored/folded, and toner can be more expensive than ink.

Cutting - a self-healing cutting mat is an essential tool along with an Xacto knife or similar brand with #11 blades, or a box cutter knife. Scissors can also be used by themselves, or together with a knife. (ie. knife for detailed parts, scissors for straight cuts)

Folding - Run the back of your Xacto blade, or an empty ballpoint pen, or any similar small blunt edge along the line of a glue tab with enough pressure to leave an indent but not enough to cut it, then fold. You can do this on either front of back of a piece, but front is easier. Use a ruler (preferably metal) to help.
For curved parts, it is better to curl them around a round object (such as a coloured pencil or your Xacto knife handle) by rubbing the object against the back of the piece.

Gluing - recommending Tacky PVA/White glue (ie. Aleene's Original Tacky Glue in North America). Apply glue with a toothpick and evenly spread a thin layer of it on a tab. Use tweezers if tabs are small/too difficult to reach with fingers. Some have had good results with hot glue, especially on larger models - it is quick to set and won't cause the kinds of issues that "wet" glues have (paper rippling, ink smearing).


Useful Resources:

Costume/Cosplay Resources:

For any further questions, just ask the community at /r/papercraft. They will be happy to help.


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Free Fantasy Paper Miniatures

1 Comment
2025/02/03
13:41 UTC

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Blindfolds out of paper

Stupid question, I know, but maybe someone can help. I want to make blindfolds(I don't, but someone asked me to) for a housewarming party, but I don't know how to start. I want to make them out of paper for multiple reasons. Maybe someone here already tried to make one.

What do you think which paper type should I use? I think magazine paper looks, feels and blocks light better. I still have no idea how to make it work, how to make it stay on the face and how to cut out the nose part, because people's noses are obviously different and I have to make at least 10 pieces.

They also want to take videos of the games and I don't want to look like a total idiot, also don't want to make others look like one.

So how should I start and which type of paper would you rather wear if you had to?

4 Comments
2025/02/02
16:40 UTC

2

Looking for the Best Platform to Sell Papercraft Templates

I’m looking for a platform to sell my papercraft templates.

Etsy doesn’t support my country, and Patreon only allows subscription-based models, not individual purchases.

Currently, the only individual sales platform I know of is Gumroad. Is this the best option?

I’m also curious about which platform buyers prefer.

Please share your thoughts!

0 Comments
2025/02/02
16:27 UTC

1

Origami double hearts

1 Comment
2025/02/02
14:17 UTC

26

Low Poly cactus

I still need to build 1 more plant and 2 more pots then i’ll be sharing the files for this.

0 Comments
2025/02/02
10:13 UTC

14

Life Size Kid Buu Progress Update 4 (I think)

I have finally finished all of his hands and put them on the model, they took much longer than I expected. Also, I finally connected the head to it as well! I have no more pink pieces to cut out now, just his belt, shoes, and pants. All in all, it’s really coming together fast.

0 Comments
2025/02/02
04:39 UTC

2

Heart gift box

1 Comment
2025/02/01
16:34 UTC

19

Wing Gundam Ew

5 Comments
2025/02/01
15:12 UTC

38

Kid Buu Progress Update #3

Pretty much the entire pink part is done! Still need to make the hands, (those fingertips will be a pain in the ass) I have a lot more of the paper ready to cut and put together. The head is not fully attached just yet, it’s just sitting there in the photo. I am going to wait on putting it on for a bit.

0 Comments
2025/02/01
14:40 UTC

4

Turtle papercraft Free Templates

https://preview.redd.it/fusy33pxaige1.png?width=1200&format=png&auto=webp&s=d680de2d457aaab5bb4fd0104c7a0ccc4d7992f5

Musk Turtle!

Thank you once again to everyone who showed interest in my turtle paper crafts before.

I’ve opened my PaperCraft Patreon this February.

For February, I'm offering free templates for the two turtles above.

There are also special tier benefits for the launch.

Your support will greatly help with my future paper craft creations.Thank you😉

patreon.com/papersculptor

2 Comments
2025/02/01
10:47 UTC

38

WHAT ARE THE BEST MATERIALS FOR PAPERCRAFT?

Hello! I'm kind of new to the world of papercraft and I wanted to ask you what are the best (and affordable) materials for a beginner.

I want to know the best types of paper, tools, tips and everything!

I really depend on your help, because, searching around, I found it difficult to find some information relevant to my creations.

And that! I really hope for your support and thank you for reading this far.

37 Comments
2025/01/31
00:02 UTC

1

Anyone got the tutorial for this figure?

0 Comments
2025/01/30
21:55 UTC

3

Origami heart frame

1 Comment
2025/01/30
17:22 UTC

1

Becks Junkie is gone?

I loved making the papercrafts he made available... But it seems that all the links on his website are broken, and he doesn't respond on any social networks.

5 Comments
2025/01/30
05:01 UTC

3

Rotary Paper Trimmer Problem

Okay, so this may be in the wrong sub reddit. I'm fairly certain it is. But I'm not sure where else to go, so maybe someone can help me here or point me in the right direction to get some help. I'm literally brand new to actually using reddit 🥲

I have a Dahle 550 Professional Rotary Trimmer. I use it to cut glossy photo paper. Normally it is a very clean cut. But recently, it's been cutting a rough edge. Hopefully the picture I've attached shows it well enough. You can see the pictures that have a smooth edge compared to the rough ones.

It's not every time I cut but it's enough that it's slowing down my production immensely. This was a pretty expensive trimmer and it claims to have a self sharpening blade. There are replacement blades but they're also expensive.

When I wipe the exposed part of the blade, sometimes it'll cut normally for awhile. Same thing when I spray canned air into the handle/blade. It seems to fix it for awhile, but it may just be in my head.

If anyone has any ideas, experience with this, or if anyone knows where I should go to get help please let me know! Any assistance is soo appreciated! I run a business from my home and like I said, this is slowing everything down 😭

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082NDSPL5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

2 Comments
2025/01/29
20:37 UTC

0

Helpme plis

Hola ando investigando sobre esto , alguien me recomendar un canal dar consejos sobre despliegue , vusco la forma de en lugar de generar corte se genere un doblez pero no encuentro en You tube Hi, I'm researching this. Can someone recommend a channel to give advice on deployment? I'm looking for a way to create a fold instead of a cut, but I can't find it on YouTube.

3 Comments
2025/01/29
17:25 UTC

4

Origami carnations

1 Comment
2025/01/29
16:18 UTC

52

Galaga made out of paper

8 Comments
2025/01/29
09:29 UTC

0

Can anyone remodel this figure's hair for me? for a school project

Hello, my last assignment this semester was to make a figurine and I stubbornly choose to make a paper craft figurine and now i am struggling on how to make the hair work

I am using this miku model as a base and I dont know if the creator of this model is still on the internet or not as their last post was made in 2016

I do not know 3d modeling so I've been cutting papers and trying to make my character's hair work on this model

https://preview.redd.it/t19iuykkmsfe1.jpg?width=3120&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=127e1c6992939a86b0fa6d9f6a75c55771f8dd73

https://preview.redd.it/mwde744cksfe1.jpg?width=500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cdb62358f3af2aa778d9c17951b79be976170c1b

4 Comments
2025/01/28
20:06 UTC

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Hi friends, does anyone have the below panda mask template, it is from papercraft world site or etsy site, a bit expensive so was hoping if anyone has bought it already and willing to share

2 Comments
2025/01/28
17:28 UTC

0

hi guys...can one of you make a papercraft model for me..?

so uhh....i've been watching s*xually ruined...and i'm wondering if you guys have a papercraft on the eraser....

5 Comments
2025/01/28
07:22 UTC

2

Does anyone know of a good C5 galaxy? model?

I’ve been trying to find one that is more than just a few pieces. I’ve tried all the polish websites I know and haven’t had any luck.

0 Comments
2025/01/27
19:20 UTC

5

Heart gift box

1 Comment
2025/01/27
16:42 UTC

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