Fortune Teller Paper Game: How to Make Your Own
Want to add a touch of fun and mystery to your next gathering? A fortune teller paper game, also known as a cootie catcher or chatterbox, is a simple yet engaging craft perfect for kids and adults alike. This guide will walk you through the easy steps of making your own, complete with tips for maximizing its fun factor.
Materials You'll Need:
- One square sheet of paper: The size depends on your desired fortune teller size. Larger paper creates a larger fortune teller. 8.5 x 11 inch paper works well, but you can use smaller squares too.
- Markers, crayons, or colored pencils: To decorate your fortune teller and make it visually appealing.
- Scissors: For cutting and trimming.
- Small pieces of paper or sticky notes: To write your fortunes on.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Folding the Base
- Start with a square: If using a rectangular sheet, trim it to make a square.
- Fold in half: Fold the paper in half diagonally, crease well, and unfold.
- Fold again: Fold the paper in half diagonally the other way, crease, and unfold. You should now have an "X" crease across your paper.
Step 2: Creating the Flaps
- Fold into quarters: Fold the paper in half, then in half again, creating a smaller square.
- Open the flaps: Open the paper back up to reveal the "X" crease.
- Fold the corners: Fold each corner into the center point where the creases intersect. Crease firmly.
Step 3: Adding the Decoration & Fortunes
- Decorate the outside: Use your markers, crayons, or colored pencils to decorate the four larger triangles (flaps) created in step 2. These will be the visible parts of your fortune teller once completed.
- Write fortunes: On small pieces of paper or sticky notes, write your fortunes, predictions, dares, or jokes. You'll need eight fortunes in total.
- Insert fortunes: Open one of the small triangles (flaps) and slide your fortunes underneath. Repeat this for each of the four small triangles, inserting two fortunes under each. Ensure the fortunes are clearly visible when the flaps are open.
Step 4: Finishing Touches and Play!
- Fold the final flaps: Fold the four smaller flaps inward, creating a smaller square. This should create a "pocket" with the fortunes inside.
- Test it out: Practice opening and closing the fortune teller to ensure everything is working correctly.
- Play the game: Choose a color or number on the outside, then open and close the fortune teller accordingly. This will lead to a final flap where a fortune is revealed!
Tips for an Extra-Special Fortune Teller:
- Themed Decorations: Create a fortune teller based on a theme, like holidays, animals, or favorite characters.
- Interactive Fortunes: Instead of just predictions, include dares or questions that encourage player interaction.
- Colorful Designs: Use bright colors and interesting patterns to make your fortune teller eye-catching.
- Personalized Fortunes: Tailor the fortunes to the people who will be playing the game.
Creating a fortune teller is a simple craft that offers hours of fun. By following these steps and adding your own creative flair, you can create a unique and memorable game for all to enjoy! So gather your materials, and let the fortune-telling begin!
