[Halloween] Pumpkin Origami Ideas for 3-Year-Olds
When it comes to big events in October, Halloween is the first thing that comes to mind.
Many children are probably eagerly looking forward to it with excitement and anticipation.
For teachers who are thinking, “I want to do a craft that incorporates pumpkins so children can enjoy the Halloween atmosphere even more!”—this is a must-see.
This time, we’re introducing pumpkin origami ideas suitable for three-year-olds.
We’ve gathered projects with few steps and simple folds, making them easy for three-year-olds to try.
In addition to flat designs, we’re also introducing three-dimensional ones and even ones that can be used as treat holders.
Choose the ones that fit your setting and make them together with the kids!
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[Halloween] For 3-Year-Olds! Pumpkin Origami Ideas (11–20)
3D pumpkin

Would you like to make 3D pumpkins to decorate the wall for a Halloween party? Draw circular illustrations on origami paper, cut them out, and create the pumpkin parts.
Fold each pumpkin piece in half, apply glue, and attach them together.
Add the facial features to the tip of the 3D shape, and finish by attaching the stem at the top.
You can enjoy many variations by changing the pumpkin’s color and expression.
Cutting paper and applying glue also makes this a great activity for 3-year-olds to practice fine motor skills.
Give it a try!
Origami Halloween pumpkin

Here’s an origami idea for fallen leaves that also helps kids practice using scissors.
Place the colored side up and fold the paper into a triangle.
Next, make accordion folds from the left edge in 1 cm widths.
Once the accordion folds are done, unfold back to the triangle and fold up the base diagonally so that the left side becomes thicker.
Fold the top corners outward into small triangles, then slowly open the paper.
Tuck the triangular corner tips to the back to shape it like a leaf.
Open the white section on the left edge, make a slit on the opposite side, and form the leaf stem.
After that, add small cuts or folds as you like to give it the look of a fallen leaf.
Perfect for Halloween! Black Cat Origami
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After folding the paper into a square using the zabuton fold, lift two of the corners gathered at the center to make the cat’s ears.
Fold the corners sticking out from the base of the ears inward, then tuck in the remaining corners to shape the face.
Flip the paper over, and your cute cat is complete! Draw the face and whiskers to finish it off.
The vibe changes depending on the color of the paper, so try making it in your favorite color.
If you pop a witch’s hat on it, it might feel even more Halloween-y!
Easy! Halloween Pumpkin

Fold the origami paper twice to make a small square.
Flatten both of the pocket sections formed by the folds into triangles, then fold the left and right edges of one of the triangles toward the center line.
Turn the paper over and fold up the part sticking out at the bottom to hide it as a triangle.
Next, fold the left and right corners of the other triangle toward the center line, then tuck the two corners created by the folds slightly inward.
Finally, fold the top corner downward, then fold it back up a little so the tip sticks out slightly, and your pumpkin is complete.
Perfect for Halloween! Halloween pumpkin

You can make an essential Halloween pumpkin with simple steps.
Fold the origami paper in half twice to make a square, then squash the pocketed sections to form two triangles.
Fold both side edges of the triangles toward the center line, flip the paper over, and fold the protruding corners inward.
Next, fold the left and right corners of the triangle toward the center line, then fold the newly created corners into small triangles to round the shape.
Finally, fold down the top corner, and fold it back so a little tip sticks up—your pumpkin is complete!
Easy Ghost Origami Instructions

Here’s an origami ghost that’s perfect for autumn Halloween.
Prepare one sheet of origami paper and fold it into a triangle.
Then fold the left and right corners in toward the center line.
Tuck the loose, fluttery corner downwards.
Fold the whole piece toward the center line, then fold the tip downward to shape it into a ghost.
If you fold the bottom part of the ghost at an angle, it adds movement and makes a cute ghost.
Once it’s finished, draw a face and stick it on a Halloween bag or wand to enjoy!
In conclusion
I shared some origami pumpkin ideas for Halloween that are perfect for three-year-olds.
Try changing the size, pattern, or type of paper, and vary the pumpkin’s facial expressions—doing so will bring out each child’s individuality even more, so I highly recommend it.
If you decorate the room with the children’s creations, it will definitely boost everyone’s excitement for Halloween! I hope you all have a fun Halloween together.


