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Putting together a "useful" paper art project means creating something that is both beautiful and functional. Here are some of the best, practical ideas from recent trends to turn paper into useful items:

you have on hand (e.g., colored paper, old books, newspaper, glue, scissors)? Putting together a "useful" paper art project means

Create beads from colorful paper strips to make jewelry or decorative garlands, or craft paper butterflies that can be used to brighten up a room. Transform a single piece of painted or decorative

Transform a single piece of painted or decorative paper (such as a 10"x15" sheet) into a functional book folder, which can be used to hold documents, notes, or smaller art pieces. or smaller art pieces. Create vibrant

Create vibrant, themed bookmarks, such as fruit slices, that are both colorful and useful for avid readers.

Use a 400-year-old technique of spreading paste and creating textures to produce unique, handmade paper for collage and bookbinding projects.