Art of Paper Folding

With this how-to on the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, you'll learn how to make a strikingly beautiful water lily from a paper napkin. For complete, step-by-step instructions on assembling your own paper lotus flower, watch this origami how-to and, if you like, read al ...more

Looking for a geeky craft project? With this guide, you'll learn how to make a paper X-wing fighter with origami, the traditional art of Japanese paper folding. These instructions are based on diagrams by Philip Schulz. You'll start from the origami frog base which you can fin ...more

This origami Icosahedron is a very sturdy modular model and it is very attractive. Origami is the timeless art of Japanese paper folding. Watch this origami how to video to learn how to fold the Icosahedron. Origami is a fun craft and your models make nice, homemade gifts. Pra ...more

Origami is the timeless art of Japanese paper folding. Watch this origami how to video to learn how to fold a box that has a divider that divides the box into 4 section. Really nice origami model and has a lid too! You need 3 pieces of paper. Origami is a fun craft and your mo ...more

How to wrap your presents in Furoshiki (cloth) to avoid using wrapping paper. Unlike wrapping paper (which usually can't be recycled) Furoshiki can be used again and again. This is an eco-friendly Christmas solution that comes from folding techniques used in Japanese art simil ...more

Kusudama origami is more of a work of art than just plain old paper folding. It's not only crafty, it's mathematical. Japanese kusudama is created by sewing multiple identical pyramidal units together to form a 3D paper model, like this 3D meteoroid. Although there is not ver ...more

Impress co-workers, show your mom you care, win over the girl you stalk, or just waste paper! Origami is an art that is older than you and I, and learning how to make a crane is the easiest and, in my opinion, best way to show off your paper folding skills. Watch this video to ...more

Using crisp, neat folds, children can turn ordinary paper into origami art. See how to fold an origami paper crane. To make a paper crane, all you need is a square of origami paper. You can use regular paper, but origami paper will fold the best.

In the words of Gertrude Stein, a rose is a rose is a brightly-colored cellulose fiber sculpture. And with this free video guide, you'll learn how to make your own small paper roses from folded paper using the Japanese art of origami. For more information, including a step-by- ...more

To make this functional paper bowl, an extra large square piece of paper is needed. Learn how use the traditional Japanese art of origami to fold a paper bowl anytime you're in a pinch.

A crane is a simple origami project for beginners, but is still beautiful and traditional. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to fold a crane out of paper by using the Japanese art of origami.

This video origami tutorial shows how to fold the classic flapping bird. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to make a flapping bird out of paper. Follow along to fold your own!

This is a video showing how to fold a flapping crane using Origami techniques and paper. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to make a flapping crane.

The great thing about paper, is the way it can move and be manipulated to create awesome looking shapes and designs. Origami can take a simple piece of paper and with a few folds here and there, and then you get a beautiful piece of art. This tutorial focuses on how to fold an ...more

To make a pop-up card follow the instructions below. First fold two pieces of the same size heavy card stock or construction paper in half. Use the first one for your outer card, and the other for your inner cutout card. Cut a 1-1/2 inch strip in the inner card's center and ma ...more

Here is a demonstration on how to fold an origami crane. Tsuru is the Japanese word for crane. The crane is considered a national treasure, appearing in art, literature, and folklore. The origami crane is also a symbol of good fortune and longevity. Fold several of these origa ...more

This tutorial will show you how to make a rocket ship using the ancient Japanese art form of origami. It's a rather complicated process for beginners, and it's a good idea to work your way up to this project by first making origami shapes that involve similar folds, such as th ...more

You will need to have mastered the art of folding the triangles and a base before attempting this. If you have, then follow along and learn how to make your own lemon halves out of yellow and white origami paper!

Learn how to make a cool little heart shaped cup out of two pieces of paper and some folding and cutting. Similar to origami, the Japanese art of kirigami requires the use of scissors.

This video tutorial shows how to fold an origami Santa and his sleigh. Learn how to make Santa Claus riding in his sleigh out of paper using the Japanese art of origami.

This instructional video teaches how to fold an origami bullfrog. Learn how to make animals out of paper using the traditional Japanese art.

This video origami tutorial shows how to fold a dragon head out of a piece of paper. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to make a dragon head. Follow along and fold your own.

Modular origami, as opposed to traditional origami, requires the use of multiple sheets of paper for more complex projects. Learn how to use the Japanese art of modular origami to fold this stellated dodecahedron. Start watching and start folding origami!

Watch this video origami tutorial and learn how to fold a balloon fish. Start of with a single square of paper and follow along with these step by step directions to end up with a fish balloon. This traditional Japanese art is as fun as it is beautiful.

This video jewelry-making tutorial shows how to make these origami crane earrings. You will need tiny origami paper, crimping beads, crystals, earring findings, and jewelry wire. Learn how to fold a crane using the traditional Japanese art of origami and craft it into earrings ...more

This video origami tutorial shows how to fold any paper money bill, whether a dollar bill, $100 bill, or a 20 Euro note, into a t-shirt. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to fold a fun money shirt. It may be worth more than any t-shirt you already won!

Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to make this cute box. Watch this how-to crafting video and learn how to fold a box out of paper.

Origami expert Nick Robinson will show you how to fold the famous 'Dummies Man' head- all you need is a square of paper! This video has been produced to celebrate the release of Origami Kit For Dummies. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to fold the 'for ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a folding paper butterfly Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own flapping paper butterfly. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also ...more

To play off Gertrude Stein's famous quote, a rose is a rose is a magic paper cube. And with this paper folder's guide, you'll learn how to make your very own magic rose cube from paper using the Japanese art of origami. This design by Valerie Vann, and folded by YouTuber Germa ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a tall paper garbage bin. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your paper garbage bin. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper tshirt. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper tee. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional origami video ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper blouse. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper blouse. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional origami vi ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a one piece paper dress. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper polka dot dress. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instru ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a Japanese paper coat. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper coat. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional origa ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a Japanese paper coaster. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper coasters. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructiona ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper envelope. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper envelope. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional origam ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a Japanese paper sack. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper sack. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional origa ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a pair of paper slippers. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper slippers. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructiona ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper plane Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper plane. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper plane Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper plane. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper plane Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper plane. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper plane Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper plane. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper reindeer Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper reindeer. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instr ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper tree Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper tree. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper crocodile Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper crocodile. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the ins ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a sitting paper chicken Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper chicken. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper box Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper box. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional o ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper ribbon Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper ribbon. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructi ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper candy Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper candy. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper straw Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper straw. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper sandwich Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper sandwich. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instr ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold paper grass Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper grass. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper doughnut Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper doughnut. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instr ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper moon Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper moon. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper triangle Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper triangle. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instr ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper bat Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper bat. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional o ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper shirt Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper shirt. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instruction ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper orca Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper orca. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more

These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a paper clam Japanese style. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to make your own paper clam. Use the start, stop, forward and back buttons to easily follow along. You can also speed up the instructional ...more