The Art of Paper Folding: Origami Techniques

Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. The word "Origami" comes from two Japanese words, "ori" meaning fold or to fold, and "kami" meaning paper. The term "Origami" was first used in 1880, before that, the Japanese used the word "orikata".

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Origami is not only popular in Japan but in many other countries, including Vietnam. It is an art form that attracts many people. Origami combines simple folding techniques to transform a square piece of paper into complex, non-cutting shapes.

Archaeologists do not have a definite answer. But everyone understands that paper-making technology from China was introduced to Japan in the 7th century.

After this introduction, the Japanese people applied and modified many manufacturing methods as well as paper-making materials, forming a unique paper culture with abundant, high-quality paper materials (fold and unfold multiple times without tearing, soft, durable, and beautiful…

This is the type of paper that the Japanese people are proud to have in the world with the name “Washi”. From there, the unique Japanese origami art was born.

With just one sheet of paper, you can create intricate and beautiful products like this

Since its appearance, Origami has become a traditional pastime of the Japanese people and has gradually become popular worldwide.

With just a small square piece of paper, you can fold it into different shapes like cute animals or beautiful flowers.

Due to the simplicity of the materials used in this art, it is easily loved everywhere.

Many Japanese people enjoy this game at home as well as at school.

The most well-known origami shape is the one that children are taught by their parents or grandparents, which is the crane.


Other popular shapes include flowers, butterflies, crabs, and even challenging shapes like Christmas trees. Origami is especially loved by girls.

How to Fold an Origami Star

In the art of folding origami, there are many ways to fold a star. However, today I will introduce you to the two easiest patterns. So let’s try making them and share the results with me!

How to fold a 7-pointed Origami star
How to fold a 9-pointed Origami star
Different model of Origami star

How to Fold an Origami Dog



How to Fold an Origami Elephant

A large elephant can be made from a small square piece of paper. The origami elephant looks really adorable, doesn’t it?

How to fold a mischievous origami elephant

How to Fold an Origami Boat

In addition to simply folding paper into a boat shape, you can also decorate and be creative to make your artwork more impressive and lively.

How to fold a simple origami boat shape

How to Fold an Origami Sumo


How to Fold an Origami Pig Face

How to Fold an Origami Rooster

Origami art is truly magical! With just a few simple folds, you can make the shape of a rooster.

Origami art of a rooster

How to Fold an Origami Penguin Mother and Baby

The adorable penguin mother and baby can also be made from a square piece of paper. The making process is so simple, isn’t it?

How to Fold an Origami Fish

How to Fold an Origami Winged Heart



How to Fold an Origami Cherry Blossom

How to Fold an Origami Squirrel

Some Origami Decorative Objects

If you want a creative living space, you can decorate your home with the Origami models that you made.

Wind chime with paper cranes
Wind chime with small stars and unique ball-shaped stars
Stick these colorful stars on your wall for decoration
Your house will be impressive with these great ideas!

Great ideas for this year’s Christmas season!

Your Christmas will definitely be incomplete without this star sphere.
This Christmas, you don’t have to think about how to decorate your home anymore.

The Effects of Origami

Origami is not only a traditional beauty, but also has many special effects

The Psychological Effects of Origami

Origami is a gentle and meticulous art. It has been proven to soothe nerves, treat insomnia, and combat stress in many cases.

Many doctors and physical therapy experts have used origami as a useful physical and mental therapy.

Dr. Ronald S. Levy, at the 2nd International Conference on Origami in Education and Therapy, called for the use of origami to restore hand function and therapy.

The Mathematical Effects of Origami

Creating new origami patterns involves many geometric rules. It is not a coincidence that origami masters can create complex models.

Origami masters have a motto: “What you see, I can imagine; what you imagine, I can fold.”

Folding paper brings a lot of geometric and even abstract geometric awareness: recognizing triangles, squares, hexagons, bisecting angles, straight lines, curves, spatial shapes, 3D objects…

Above are the collection of origami folding techniques. Try making them and share the results with me.

Wishing you success!

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The Art of Origami Paper Folding

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Origami, a Japanese art form, is the skill of folding paper. The word “Origami” comes from the Japanese words “ori” meaning fold or bend and “kami” meaning paper. The term “Origami” was only used starting from 1880; before that, the Japanese used the word “orikata” to describe this practice.