Volumetric crafts from the modules have always surprised with their originality and unusualness. And it seems that it is simply impossible to learn how to make something like that. But it’s not at all so difficult in its technology to make some figures. Consider how to make a heart out of modules in the form of a contour craft. Also in this article, a simplified version of assembling a layout from identical parts by interweaving parts is given.
3D shapes
Modeling figures from a huge number of small details allows you to create real masterpieces. Thanks to the endless variations and various combinations of individual paper blanks rolled up in the form of triangles, you can get amazing voluminous crafts. But, of course, it is necessary to acquire some experience and skill in this complex matter. Therefore, start with the simplest tasks. This example does not use layering. All connected modules are in the same plane. So, let's look at how to make a heart out of modules. But first, you need to prepare for the work the necessary number of mini-triangles.
Preparatory work: manufacturing modules
- Take a sheet of white or colored A4 paper and divide it into 16 equal rectangles.
- Place one of them horizontally in front of you and fold it in half lengthwise with the fold up.
- Make a transverse break in order to outline the middle.
- Get the two upper corners of the overlap, reducing them to the middle.
- Wrap the workpiece with the back to you.
- Two free spans protruding from the bottom, wrap up, bending inwards on the sides of the corners.
- Fold the resulting triangle in half.
- Wrap the part around its axis. During assembly, one of the two pockets will be involved, into which the next one is usually inserted along the chain, etc.
Basic assembly rules
The heart of the triangular modules is made on the principle of embedding paper parts in each other. For the manufacture of this wreath will require 48 blanks. At the same time, as you see, the heart of the modules is connected very simply. The circuit, in principle, is not required. If desired, you can draw a contour of future crafts on paper and periodically apply a wreath to it to achieve a beautiful and even result.
On each side will take 24 blanks. The lower connection is formed in such a way that one of the triangles (in half-expanded form) is in the middle of the two side ones. In order for the structure to hold its shape well, it is necessary to glue all joints when folding. The upper part is overlapped with a slight overhang. Such an original craft can be, for example, a frame for a photograph or one of the layers of a paper casket.
How to make a heart from modules according to the scheme?
Complex models involve the use of detailed instructions. Of course, the best assistants at work will be videos that clearly demonstrate the whole process. But is it possible and how to make a heart out of modules without additional sources of information? This option is especially suitable for those who like to fantasize, as they say, “on the go”.
In this case, you need to at least draw on paper the basic layout of the modules in the manufactured crafts. But here you can’t do without it, without the option to build the main module. Since they come in various shapes and assemblies, all this taken together can affect the final result. To make the product smooth, proportional and exactly as intended, it is worth starting the preliminary work without the use of glue when connecting the parts.
Making a heart out of flat module parts
This method of forming thematic figures can be attributed to a slightly different assembly technology. Although receiving crafts happens almost the same as in 3D modeling, there is a main difference - there is no volume in the finished gadgets. The fact is what parts are taken to work. In this case, a flat square is used, somewhat rounded on both sides. To get a heart, you need only two parts. The craft will look very original if you use contrast paper. Thanks to this, the main idea will clearly be striking - the interweaving of details.
Make cuts on both rectangular sides to the level of rounding, dividing each of the blanks into four equal parts. Then you can collect the heart from the modules. Arrange the free strips perpendicular to each other and start overlapping them in a checkerboard pattern. In this case, two semicircles will become the “peaks” of the heart. As a result, a corner forms below, and the entire surface will be replete with multicolored cells.
Mastering new techniques for working with paper, you can try to make a lot of unusual crafts. Do not stop there! Try, experiment, fantasize!