In this part of the tutorial we finish the diorama by adding the various images and objects.

Part 1 of this tutorial is here

Glue stick down the picture then draw a support tab on it like this.

Now cut it all out.

Now you can bend it to form a standoff. Apply glue stick to that back flap.

Now you can stick it to the back wall and the planet will stand out an inch, as if floating in space.

You can make little triangular supports to hold things straight like this one on the back of the observatory.

You can do all kinds of standoffs to hold the various objects in different positions and different depths in the box.

So now have fun! Attach various objects in various places. And at different depths. Some go on the top, the side, the bottom and they stick out from the back at various depths.

And that's it! You have made a simple and fun diorama.

Be sure to email Will a picture of your diorama! He will email you a certificate of contribution!

Make a Shoebox Diorama I have easy tutorials with different themes including dragon, space, rainforest, ocean and more Shoebox Diorama Tutorial is here

Will's Book on Diorama Making

How to Make Fantasy and Medieval Dioramas

This books shows you how to make fantasy and medieval dioramas using many commonly available tools and materials. There are over 100 pictures and illustrations showing you how to make great dioramas in fantasy and medieval styles. Chapters include basics, water effects, terrain tips and special effects like electricity and small motors. Tutorials include how to use foam, plaster of paris and paper mache to make great looking dioramas.