Crafting Paper Bomb: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this tutorial, I will guide you on how to create a paper pataka, or paper bomb, in just six easy steps. Even though I'm not a professional crafter, I'm passionate about DIY projects and I love to explore my interests. When I was in school, my friends and I would create paper patakas/bomb during our lunch breaks. However, we often got into trouble with our teachers. But, you can try this craft with your friends and enjoy it as well!

Requirements

All you need is a sheet of paper, which can be from your notebook or any other paper that you have handy.

Steps to make a paper bomb

• STEP 1

  Take a rectangular sheet of paper and fold it in half lengthwise. Crease it well to create a sharp fold line in the center of the paper.

• STEP 2

  Cut the folded paper in half along the crease line so that you have two rectangular pieces.

• STEP 3

  Take the rectangular pieces of paper and fold the right and left sides towards the center, so that the edges meet at the center of the paper. Crease the folds well.

• STEP 4

  Same do on opposite side.

• STEP 5

  Flip the folded paper over to the other side. Then, fold the right and left sides towards each other. Crease the folds well.

• STEP 6

  Take the top layer of each side and fold them down, creating two flaps. These flaps will look like antennae.

Your paper pataka is now complete and ready to use. To use it, hold it by the sides and snap it open quickly. It will make a loud popping sound when the folded layers hit each other.

Yeah! You have done.

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Conclusion

Making paper patakas/bombs is a fun and easy craft activity that you can enjoy with your friends. With just a sheet of paper, you can create a fun toy that is sure to entertain you for hours. Give it a try and share your experience with us in the comments below!