PaperMade™ makes characters and objects that are flat, pre-cut and pre-scored…
You simply punch them out, fold them up, and turn them into adorable 3D paper toys. No tools, tape or glue needed.
It’s fun and its so easy…even an adult can do it!
In 2006, we had an idea…
Burger Bot (from Paper Bots) and Milkshake (from Paper Sweets) hanging out in Madison Square Park, Summer 2019.
Our Mission
PAPERMADE + STEM LEARNING
Almost every aspect of the development of a PaperMade™ book involves an aspect of STEM. Science plays a part in the printing & production process—the weight and composition of the papers and materials we use, the printing processes and ink “laydown", and the specific characteristics of the papers to bend and fold (while being careful!) without tearing so each character can stand on their own.
PaperMade™ products come to life thanks to the technology we use—after our initial hand sketches and research, we draw almost every character and object using Adobe Illustrator™ software and sometimes use 3D modeling software to visualize the end product. We rely heavily on technology to communicate with designers, artists and producers across the globe to bring our products to life and into your home.
When we say “advanced paper engineering we mean it! We’ve adapted engineering techniques from the packaging industry to our paper toys and have innovated some engineering tricks ourselves, too. After all, if we didn’t have engineering skills, we couldn’t transform a single sheet of paper into so many different kinds of characters and objects with just folds and cuts! While most paper toy products insist on using glue or tape, we embrace engineering a toy that doesn’t need them.
Math may not be our strong suit but its critical when making a paper toy! We always make sure our measurements, shapes and “forms” are accurate—and math is the only way! Through everything we make and do, we hope to inspire kids (& “big kids,” aka, adults) to understand how a paper toy comes to life!
PaperMade™ was created by Daniel Stark, a Creative Director who’s worked for many well-known brands. Our team is a diverse mix of passionate designers, artists and engineers who also love paper and toys. Who said work can’t be fun?
DANIEL STARK
Paper Maker In Chief
JIEUN YOUN
Senior Designer
WANT TO BE A PAPERMAKER?
We’re always looking for passionate and talented people to collaborate with!
If you wish to join us, submit your materials and tell us about your love of paper too.
