If you are like many college students, you are looking for the easiest way to decorate your space. In the snowy months, there is no better (or cheaper) way to brighten up an area than by turning to a classic — the paper snowflake. Not only are these fast and easy ways to change things up, they also can be a fun activity to do on some cold night when you and your roommate don’t feel like leaving your apartment, dorm or house. So get your supplies — white paper and scissors — stir up some cocoa and follow these instructions to make your very own indoor winter wonderland.
1. Fold the paper in half so the short ends meet.
2. With the fold on top, fold both the corners toward the middle at a 60 degree angle so one lays over the other and the edges meet.
3. Once folded, cut the excess points of the triangle off into a rounded end (or if you are adventurous, make up your own shape).
4. Snip away at the sides! There is no right way to cut shapes into the sides of the triangle at this point, just make sure not to cut a side off completely. Leave something to connect to or you will have a dead snowflake situation.
5. Once you are satisfied with your design, carefully unfold the triangle and marvel at your handy-work.
6. Repeat until desired room is between “light flurry” and “winter snow advisory.”
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