Cutting a perfect circle can be a challenge but this paper plate method can help!
Now for some, this will look ridiculously simple, but I know the not-so-creative mommies will be thankful for this tip, so bear with me!
This technique works when you want to cut stickers, fabric, or a circle out of something that is bendable and doesn’t retain the creases when folding in step 2.
What you need:
– The material you want to cut
– A paper plate
– Scissors
– Pencil
Directions:
Step 1- Decide on the size circle you want, and use the size paper plate that is closest to the desired size, rather bigger than smaller, then use step 7 to go smaller.
Step 2- Fold the plate in quarters. Try to make the lines defined, or use a pencil and ruler to make it more clear if you want.
Step 3- Cut one quarter off.
Step 4- Fold your material twice, so there are 4 layers. Keep folded. Then place your paper plate quarter you just cut, on the corner of the CLOSED crease.
Step 5- Draw with a pencil that arch. If you are more confident you can simply cut the material by holding the paper plate quarter in place.
Step 6- Open up, voila!
Step 7(optional)- You can now make other circles go smaller and smaller by doing this:
Marking, for example, 1 cm off at both side, and cutting on the lines. I did it twice to get these:
Very easy when you’ve done it once! Try making a perfect circle using our paper plate method.
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