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Find the Visitor
by Helen Hudson

Now at this merry party,
Around the Christmas tree.
The boys and girls are gathered
All dancing merrily.

A well loved friend is present
His yearly call to make.
And very soon you'll spy him
If on sharp look you take!

This paper chain of candles and wreaths would look elegant on any tree. You can even cut it for a window decoration!
 

       Download and print out the pattern below. The dotted lines indicate where the image will be folded to continue the tree silhouette seamlessly after it is unfolded. The number of images "linked" together in one continuous chain is determined by the length of the paper being cut. Use a very thin paper to make your cutting easier. Cut away the areas indicated by the design. (see image above and read text on the pattern below. This paper-cut may be used as a border around a Christmas bulletin board in a classroom or as a paper chain for the Christmas tree if you like.

Pattern for a wreath and candle chain.