Folded Paper Hand Fan
An open paper hand fan with wide accordion folds, a sturdy bottom handle, and a rounded top represents a traditional cooling accessory.
A4 format (landscape), black outlines on a white background · for home and classroom use
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Folded Paper Hand Fan with Accordion Pleats
Handheld paper fans are versatile accessories designed to produce a refreshing breeze through steady back-and-forth movement. The open fan features wide accordion folds that allow stiff paper to collapse neatly into a compact bundle or expand into a wide semicircle. A sturdy bottom handle connects the pleated paper folds, providing a secure grip during use. The smooth rounded top edge creates a clean silhouette typical of classical folding fans.
Facts About Folding Fans and Paper Crafts
Folding hand fans were invented in East Asia over a thousand years ago before spreading throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Traditional folding fans utilized bamboo or wooden ribs covered with durable paper or silk fabric. In addition to providing relief from warm weather, hand fans served as elegant fashion accessories and props in traditional dance performances.
Colors of Paper Folding Fans
- Pleated paper pleats: pastel yellow, turquoise, or light coral
- Handle base: natural bamboo beige, dark wood brown, or white
- Fan top rim border: bright magenta or deep navy blue
- Fold crease lines: shadow gray or soft tan