Tutorial for various crafts other then knit or crochet.
The origami swan is not only graceful and beautiful, but it is also quick and easy to make. This is a great piece for someone just learning origami. It can be made from paper that is the same color on both sides, but if the paper is different colors on each side then there is a little bit of the contrasting color showing for some added interest.
To begin the origami swan, fold a square piece of paper in half diagonally with the color that you want to be the main color on the outside. Unfold.
Get your ninja on, with origami ninja stars. Does anyone else remember these origami ninja stars from school? I remember some the kids used to fold these up and toss them around. OK, not exactly following school rules, but I remember it happening. These are also great for costumes and party decorations. To make an origami ninja star you will need 2 squares of paper. Only one side of each piece will be seen, so the color of the second side does not matter.
For the purposes of this tutorial, we are going to call the blue square of paper Paper A, and the orange square of paper Paper B. To begin, fold both pieces of paper in half and then unfold.
Thinking of giving a gift of money? Why not give it in this origami money packet? You can make several and put different bills in each one, or just make one. They fit nicely inside a card as well. This pattern works nicely with paper that is a different color on each side.
To start your origami money packet, fold your paper diagonally and then unfold.
The Origami Fish Base is the start of various Origami Patterns. You will find the written and pictorial pattern for the Fish Base below.
Origami has been one of my hobbies since I was 8 years old. Many Origami Patterns start with an Origami Base: a folded form that starts a piece. This is one such base. You can find more Origami Base Tutorials for here: https://jessieathome.com/category/crafts/origami/origami-base/
Kirigami Goldfish Origami with scissors!
Do you know the difference between origami and kirigami? Well, take a look at this Kirigami Goldfish and see if you can figure it out. That’s right, origami is made entirely from folding paper, kirigami is made from both folding and cutting paper. The Kirigami Goldfish is an easy to create example. Kirigami Goldfish Origami with scissors. Happy folding!
To begin your Kirigami Goldfish, fold your paper in half diagonally.
Folding an Origami Cicada the easy way!
These origami cicadas make no sound at all, they just sit quietly and look pretty. With my simple instructions for folding an Origami Cicada the easy way, you can fold your own origami cicada in no time at all. It’s a simple pattern I think looks best with paper that is a different color on each side. My dad who currently lives in Japan says that Japanese children love to catch cicadas and collect their empty shells in the summer. I haven’t seen to many cicadas here in New Jersey lately, so I say, “if you can’t catch them, fold your own!” Let’s relax, have a bit of fun, and start folding an origami cicada the easy way!
Folding an Origami Cicada the easy way, starts with folding the paper in half diagonally.
The Origami Diamond Base is the start of various Origami Patterns. You will find the written and pictorial pattern for the Origami Diamond Base below.
Origami has been one of my hobbies since I was 8 years old. Many Origami Patterns start with an Origami Base: a folded form that starts a piece. This is one such base. You can find more Origami Base Tutorials for here: https://jessieathome.com/category/crafts/origami/origami-base/
The Origami Crane a favorite piece of origami for all, me included. The Origami Crane is a slightly challenging piece, but take your time, line up your folds neatly and it will turn out great! Here are step by step instructions to help you succeed.
Many believe if you fold 1000 cranes you will get a wish. Personally, I love to fold them from everything I can! I have been known to fold them from cloth napkins at restaurants, programs at events, and little bits of scrap paper. They are just so fun to make, the Origami Crane a favorite piece of origami for you too?
Start the Crane with the Bird Base. The split section should be pointing down as shown.
The Origami Bird Base is the start of various Origami Patterns such as the Crane and the Iris. You will find the written and pictorial pattern for the Origami Bird Base below.
Origami has been one of my hobbies since I was 8 years old. Many Origami Patterns start with an Origami Base: a folded form that starts a piece. This is one such base. You can find more Origami Base Tutorials for here: https://jessieathome.com/category/crafts/origami/origami-base/
The Origami Square Base is the start of various Origami Patterns and also the start of the Frog and Bird Bases. You will find the written and pictorial pattern for the Square Base below.
Origami has been one of my hobbies since I was 8 years old. Many Origami Patterns start with an Origami Base: a folded form that starts a piece. This is one such base. You can find more Origami Base Tutorials for here: https://jessieathome.com/category/crafts/origami/origami-base/
