17 Feb How to Create Another Paper Sloyd Silk Winder

Today, as part of our paper sloyd adventures, we are going to be learning how to create another paper sloyd silk winder. This project is the fifth supplementary model from the book, Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades by Ednah Anne Rich. Last week, we made our first silk winder, project #4, which was reminiscent of our thread winders from the second year.

While there are no suggestions regarding the purpose of the supplementary paper sloyd models in the back of this book, my children and I decided for us, they are for additional practice. It seems like many of the models are similar to previously completed models, each building on the one before. If you have completed those models from previous years (Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3), it’s is probably expected that you can confidently complete these supplementary models.

We are working our way through them, and to be honest, it’s not always easy. Many of the projects are lacking instruction – probably because you are expected to know the execution by now – and it may take some time, to use logic, some common sense, and some mathematic principles to figure it all out.

Why We Created Happy Handicrafts

Handicrafts are not always easy. They most frequently require a skill, and developing a skill means you are pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone. That means learning and growth, and although that’s hard – we love it. Learning new arts, crafts, and skills is one of my passions – and together with my children, we want to share that with you. So if handicrafts is something that you struggle with in your homeschool, or even in life, come and join us at Happy Handicrafts, where we will craft with you!

Materials Needed:

• The book, Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades by Ednah Anne Rich
• A small piece of good quality card stock, Bristol Board, or scrapbook paper
• A protractor
• A compass
• A ruler
• A pencil
• Scissors
• Some silk, string, or embroidery thread

Happy Handicrafts Video: How to Create Another Silk Winder

I get so intimidated by these supplementary models because of the lack of instruction. But action is a great remedy for this. We went from sitting, staring at the diagram to figuring out how to accomplish it. I love that we were able to integrate what we’ve learned in mathematics to figure this one out. I’m sure there are other (and probably better) ways to accomplish this. If you did it a different way, please share with us in the comments!

Did you know that we have created an entire paper sloyd video series on our YouTube channel, Happy Handicrafts? We understand that handicrafts can be overwhelming for some who do not consider themselves “crafty.” This is where we want to step in. In our family, we love handicrafts, and we would like to help other homeschool families who find this a challenge.

If you are a Homeschool Mom, who finds the subject of handicrafts too much – then all you need to do is head on over to Happy Handicrafts, and start at the beginning of our Paper Sloyd series. If you supply the materials, we’ll supply the education! It takes a village, and we’d be honored to be a part of yours!