For cardstock of this weight (180+ gsm), you must score the fold lines first using a dried-out ballpoint pen or a dedicated scoring tool to ensure clean, sharp edges.
For a high-quality papercraft project like the model, the standard recommendation for 3D paper sculptures is matte cardstock with a weight between 160 and 220 gsm (grams per square meter) . Specific Paper Recommendations
Papercraft 3d – PDF template – DIY Bell – school - Crealandia
This is the "sweet spot" for most 3D animal models. It provides enough rigidity to maintain the structural integrity of the "Big Dog" shape while remaining flexible enough for precise folding and scoring.
If the "Bell" (铃) or specific variant (1.var) includes very small, intricate parts or tight curves, a slightly thinner paper (around 160 gsm) can be easier to manipulate.
Most medium-sized dog sculptures require approximately 9 A4 sheets .
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For cardstock of this weight (180+ gsm), you must score the fold lines first using a dried-out ballpoint pen or a dedicated scoring tool to ensure clean, sharp edges.
For a high-quality papercraft project like the model, the standard recommendation for 3D paper sculptures is matte cardstock with a weight between 160 and 220 gsm (grams per square meter) . Specific Paper Recommendations
Papercraft 3d – PDF template – DIY Bell – school - Crealandia
This is the "sweet spot" for most 3D animal models. It provides enough rigidity to maintain the structural integrity of the "Big Dog" shape while remaining flexible enough for precise folding and scoring.
If the "Bell" (铃) or specific variant (1.var) includes very small, intricate parts or tight curves, a slightly thinner paper (around 160 gsm) can be easier to manipulate.
Most medium-sized dog sculptures require approximately 9 A4 sheets .