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Candy wrappers can be used to make an interesting and pretty "chain". The chain can be used as a decoration any time of the year, as a decorative belt or accessory, for wrapping gifts with or for any other purpose you can think of.
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.1Start collecting wrappers. You will need a lot of Starburst wrappers. Seven wrappers will make approximately 2 inches (5cm) of chain.- If you want the chain to be shinier, replace the wrappers with shiny ones, like mint wrappers; or intersperse the Starburst wrappers with mint wrappers.
- Add some color variety to your chain. Buy different flavors of Starburst with different wrapper colors or fold them so the inside shows for a white link.
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.2Lay one wrapper down on a table so that it is long but not tall, with the blank side facing up.Advertisement -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.3Fold the wrapper in half so that the bottom corners touch the top ones. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.4Do this two more times. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.5The color side of the wrapper should be visible. It should be only be about 6 millimeters (0.23") tall. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.6Fold the wrapper in half horizontally. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.7Open it up again. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.8Fold it so that the outer edges are touching the crease. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.9Fold the wrapper in half once again. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.10Once you have made more of these, you will need to connect them. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.11Take the two ends of one wrapper and insert it into the two ends of another wrapper. It's easier to insert the next link if you arrange the previous link with the bend of the fold pointing towards incoming ends. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.12Continue this process. -
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The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported.13Eventually a chain will start to form. You can add on as much as you want.- Use like streamers to decorate a room for a party.
- If you add a necklace chain or findings, you can turn this into a necklace.
- Make one long enough to go around your waist and dangle a little, for a pretty belt accessory (obviously it cannot carry the weight a normal belt does––it's just decorative).
- Use to make hair accessories or jewelry items.
- Use as a gift wrapping decoration, in place of ribbon or bows.
- Use in craft projects for added decoration.
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Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat if I'm confused about step 11?
Musiclover863Community AnswerI went on YouTube and looked at Socraftastic's gum wrapper chain video and I understood it so much better! -
QuestionHow do I attach the chain?
Community AnswerConnect them together the same way you did to all the other wrappers. Just repeat step 11. -
QuestionWhat if I want a closed chain?Community AnswerTake the last chain piece and bring it around to the first piece and attach them without breaking the chain.
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Warnings
- Don't pull too hard on the chains or they will break.⧼thumbs_response⧽
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Things You'll Need
- Starburst wrappers (or gum wrappers or Tootsie Roll wrappers; Andes Candies wrappers don't work as well, but you can still use them)
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