Paper Wall Lamp

Step 2 Paper Box Construction

Fold six sheets of paper in thirds lengthwise. This forms the three sides to the box; the fourth side is open so the lights can fit inside of it. Make the seams sharp with a bone folder or use a blunt object, like the side of your box cutter.

Now take two more sheets of paper and fold these into six parts lengthwise. Cut along the folds and fold them each in half once more. These folded strips will provide support for the open side of the box.

Line up one of the strips along the edge of a box. Overlap one side and staple down the length so it forms a corner. Repeat for all the boxes so that each box has two strips on top.

• You can also glue here, but sometime the glue puckers the paper on the top

Next, fold the remaining two sheets of paper in thirds widthwise, and cut on the folds to form squares. The squares will go on the ends of the box to complete it.

Line up the end of one box and a square. Fold on three sides and make sure it can fit inside the end. Cut the corners and secure with a staple so it forms a square corner. Spread a thin strip of glue on the inside of the end of the box and place the square inside. Now fold down the top of the square so that it fits inside and staple the top to the box. Press down the seams to make the glue stick and leave to dry.