1. - colored cardboard paper (I used black)- pencil and eraser- math compass- ruler and protractor- scissors- hole puncher- satin ribbon (I used re...

2. Using the compass, draw as big a circle on the cardboard as will fit. Remember that the radius (same as the span of the compass) will be half th...

3. Using the protractor, from the center of the circle (there will be a hole from the compass), measure out 18 wedges, each 20 degrees. Make only s...

4. Holding the fan folded up with one hand, cut the wide end in a nice rounded arch. Cut the tip straight over to remove the uneven, worn part that...

5. If you want, you can make holes inside each "arch" with a hole puncher. On my hole puncher, I could remove the cover on the bottom to...

6. Now, decorating time! You can decorate the fan however you like. I chose to paint a flower motif with acrylic and then trace around each punched...

7. To make the fan stay closed in you bag, you need to make a closer.First, fold the end of the ribbon like shown in the diagram. Sew on the flower...

8. Now, you have a beautiful handcrafted fan to use yourself or give to a friend!I hope you liked this instructable! I you did, please vote for me...