Navbar button Logo PaperCrafter Search Button

PROJECTS

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Issue 87 of PaperCrafter is out now and it comes with a fab free gift – a snowflake maker!

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

1. Beautiful Ballerinas

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

This one's great to do with the kids - turn your snowflakes into tutus and make lovely ballet dancers! Find the template and instructions here.

2. Snowy Olaf

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Do you wanna build a snowman? No need - you can make a snowflake version! If you and the kids are fans of Disney's Frozen, you'll love this design.

3. Spirograph Style

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Did you ever play with Spirograph as a child? This clever snowflake looks just like it!

4. Snow Wars

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

The force is strong with these snowflakes. Who wouldn't love their favourite Star Wars characters (and space stations) turned into Christmas decorations? Find Boba Fett and the Death Star here, and Yoda and R2-D2 here.

5. Ice Dragon

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Whether you prefer Smaug, Drogon or even the Soup Dragon, this intricate design is awe-inspiring. It was created by LA artist and papercrafter, Kit Cameo.

6. Rainbow Fun

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

These colourful snowflakes are made from simple strips of paper. Learn how to make them using the step-by-step photo guide here.

7. Table Runner

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

What a fab idea! Connect all your snowflakes together to make a unique Christmas table runner! Yet another project you can create with your free PaperCrafter snowflake make!

8. For Frozen Fanatics

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

If you're feeling adventurous after making Olaf, take a look at these amazing Frozen designs from Kit Cameo. If you're new to paper cutting though, you might want to let this one go...

9. Birds & Bees

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

What better way to teach kids about the birds and the bees than with a beautiful snowflake? Well, maybe not, but it's certainly lovely to look at!

10. For Lego Lovers

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Is there anyone in the world who doesn't like Lego? These cute snowflakes are ideal for kids who enjoy their building blocks, or anyone really. Find the guide here.

11. Hearty Crafting

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Spread a little love this Christmas by making some cute heartflakes. And when the festive season's over, pack them away and whip them back out for Valentine's!

12. Sonic Snowdriver

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

Whovians will adore these Doctor Who flakes! You don't need to be a Time Lord to master these. Find the Adipose here, and Tom Baker and his tardis here.

13. Star Snowflake

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

This pretty 3D design is easy to create thanks to the handy guide and free templates found here. Snowflakes don't have to be white - pastel shades look lovely!

14. Paper Poinsettia

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

This paper creation is a mix between snowflake and poinsettia, making it perfect for Christmas! Grab some red paper and get folding!

15. Jon Snow-flake

15 Alternative Paper Snowflakes To Make This Winter

It's time to show support for your house with a paper creation - are you a Targaryen dragon or a Lannister lion? You better be quick - winter is coming...


You can use it to make 12 different snowflake shapes, which got us thinking… what other snowflake designs would work? This amazing gift makes it extra easy to make traditional paper snowflakes. But if you’d also like to try something different, take a look at these fun alternative ideas.

Pick up issue 87 of PaperCrafter today for your free snowflake maker!

More blog posts

new blog
Giggle at these cheeky cards
Giggle at these cheeky cards

Cheeky cards are sure to make you giggle! Although us paper crafting folk are serious about creating stunning cards and impressive paper makes, you’ve still got to love some of the...

Free papercrafting projects
Free papercrafting projects

Our lovely sister magazine Crafts Beautiful has just launched its brand new, shiny website. The best bit? It’s packed with lots of free papercrafting projects! Here’s our pick of some of the best.

Page 92 of 103