How to make a paper holder for cords
These paper holders are quick and easy to make. Use them to keep cords untangled. You can hang them on a knob or hook for easy access and less clutter
What You'll Need
- organize
- cords
- computer
- paper
- crafts
- green crafts
Steps
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Step 1
Materials:
Paper
Scissors
Round object
Pen
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Step 2
Trace a circle on scrap paper and cut it out.
Here a coffee cup was used.
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Step 3
Fold the circle in half
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Step 4
Fold it in half again
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Step 5
Bring the short edges of the paper together to fold it in half
*The width of the paper should be at least 1 inch wider than the unfolded circle
The height of the paper depends on the size of the cord you want to wrap. A wider cord will need a longer paper.
The height of the paper should be long enough to fold loosely over the folded cord plus 1 circle
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Step 6
Place the folded edge at the bottom.
Fold it in half vertically
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Step 7
The folds should be at the bottom and side.
Slide the folded edge inside the quarter circle.
Trace the outline of the quarter circle.
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Step 8
Cut along the arc line. Do not cut the straight line.
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Step 9
Unfold the paper.
Fold the half circles at the bottom of the cut
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Step 10
Unfold the top half circle.
Place the cord in the middle.
Bring the bottom edge of the paper up to the top edge.
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Step 11
Fold the top half circle at the crease.