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Bell Tetrahedral Kite

Step 3Making Wings

Making Wings
Unlike other drinking straw "tetras", this kite only needs two straw-triangles per cell. By using less material, your kite will fly better and at lower wind speeds. To make a cell, simply tape two straw-triangles together. Angle the wings slightly as shown, but don't worry about making an exact 105-degree angle: the bend in the corners will flex for you.
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Emily Fischer is a Brooklyn-based architect and designer. Since moving to New York City a few years ago, her efforts have been invested in developing a professional career as an architect while mainta...
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