Looking to add a touch of whimsy to your planner or brighten up your favorite book? This simple and fun tutorial will show you how to make a pinwheel paperclip using just a few craft supplies you probably already have on hand. Whether you’re a seasoned paper crafter or just starting out, this charming DIY project is the perfect way to personalize your pages with something playful and functional. Plus, it makes a great handmade gift for fellow planner lovers or bookworms!

Step-by-Step Pinwheel Paper Clip

Supplies Needed

• Double Sided Card stock cut to 2.25″ square
• Paper clips
• Sequins
• Hot Glue Gun
• 1″ circle punch
• Scissors
• Optional: Bone folder

Step 1:

Fold your square from corner to corner. Open it back up and fold it from corner to corner the other direction – this gives you a center point and cutting lines

Step 2

Cut from corner to the center – do not cut all the way to the center, stop just short, and stop at the same place on each line.

Step 3

Add a generous dollop of glue to the center of your pinwheel and get ready to work quickly

Step 4

Fold the left side of each triangle towards the center into the hot glue all the way around

Step 5

Add a sequin to cover the folds and glue – you can also use rhinestones, stickers, glue dots, etc.

Step 6

Adhere your paperclip to the back of your pinwheel using a generous dollop of glue

Step 7

Punch a circle and cover the glue and top of the paperclip