The Steps


Intro:
Before you begin
Method 1: The Paper and Straw Kite
Step 1:
Make the frame
Step 2:
Attach the paper and tails
Step 3:
Make the string bridle
Method 2: The Classic Scott Sled Kite
Step 1:
Cut the kite fabric to size
Step 2:
Attach the frame
Step 3:
Attach the bridle

 

 

Arts and Crafts


2torial #0479:
Learn2 Make a Kite (Continued)

Method 2: The Classic Scott Sled Kite

Step 2Attach the frame

This frame will make the kite fabric stiff in one direction, but flexible in the other.

  • Take the three wooden dowels and lay them vertically on the plastic surface ten inches apart.

     

  • Cut small, equal sections of the plastic packing tape to fix the ends of the dowels to the edges of the kite fabric. Wrapping the tape over the edge will create a strong sleeve where the end of the dowel can reside securely.

     

Attach the dowels to the rest of the kite fabric with more small sections of packing tape. Refer to the diagram to insure correct placement. Here's a spot that's easy to miss: go to the bottom of the triangular vent--that's the corner of the triangle with a 90 degree or right angle. Tape the dowel to the fabric here as well.

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