Lotus Flower (6 pieces / multi-color) - This origami video shows how to make a lotus flower out of six separate sheets of paper. There is a way to make a lotus out of just one sheet, but I think this fold is a little easier and looks better because you can make the petals and leaves different colors.
Via How About Orange.
Fold-and-snip Stars - Here’s a neat trick your kids can use to dazzle fellow patriots on Independence Day: take a plain sheet of paper, make a series of folds, snip once, and, presto! You’ve got a perfect star.
Via Folding Trees.
Origami Cube tutorial - They’re pretty addictive because they’re like little puzzles. I’m never quite sure until the end if all the pieces will fit together, yet miraculously enough, they do. It’s very satisfying. Kids love these cubes - both creating them and playing with them. They’re lightweight and great for stacking or creating designs with.
Folding Trees Year in Review - This week marks the first birthday of Folding Trees! When we started a year ago, Eve and I had no idea how successful our little site would become. We’re so grateful to all of you for checking in every day to see what paper delights we have found for you!
Here’s a recap of our most popular original tutorials over the past year:
