This post is for my crafty readers. I know I’m not crafty, but some of you have skills. Design your own paper toy and win a cool prize package.

The Rules:
Enter the contest at http://www.GiantRobotShin.com
1. Download the blank template.
2. Customize the template with your own designs — draw, paint, use photoshop — be creative!
3. Scan or color copy your customized template and save it to upload later.
4. Construct your figure and take a photo of the completed piece.
5. Upload your scanned template and image of the completed figure.

The Grand Prize includes a trip to LA to attend the Interactive Paper Art show at the Scion Gallery in Culver City on April 11th; inclusion of the winning entry in the art show, as well as distribution of the template to all attendees; meeting of the Master of Paper Art himself, Shin Tanaka, at the art show; a $500 check and a Giant Robot prize package. Good luck!