In this article, we’ll introduce an easy way to fold a strawberry with origami for 3-year-olds.
Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits among children, and it’s great that they can be eaten easily without peeling.
Many kids may have grown them at preschool or at home, or have been strawberry picking before.
This time, we’ve gathered lots of fun origami ideas for folding this popular fruit, the strawberry.
After folding, you can decorate your room with them or hang them up and play pretend strawberry picking—both sound fun!
Be sure to give it a try.
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[For 3-year-olds] Let's make strawberries with origami! A collection of easy strawberry folding ideas (1–10)
A strawberry you can make with three folds

Cute and round! Here’s an idea for making a strawberry with just three folds.
You’ll need red origami paper, green origami paper cut to quarter size, glue, scissors, and colored pencils.
The charm of this idea is how easy it is—you can make it by folding the red paper three times! If you want a rounder shape, fold the corners to the back to adjust as you like.
For the calyx (leafy top), cut the quarter-size green paper into a long vertical strip and glue it on.
Finally, draw the seeds with colored pencils to finish it off!
Plump, rolled-up strawberry

Three-dimensional and fun! Here’s an idea for making plump, rolled strawberries.
You’ll need red origami or washi paper cut into half-circles, green paper cut into calyx (leaf-top) shapes, glue or double-sided tape, and a black crayon or pen.
It’s a great idea for when making flat strawberries feels boring.
Draw seed patterns on the half-circle paper, roll it into a cone, attach the calyx-shaped paper, and you’ve got a three-dimensional strawberry!
A strawberry you can make with a basic folding method

Enjoy the different shapes that appear with different folding methods! Here are some strawberry ideas you can make with basic folds.
What you’ll need: two sheets of red origami paper, a backing sheet of construction paper, glue or double-sided tape, and crayons or colored pencils.
Origami is fascinating because you can use various folding techniques to create detailed, delicate pieces.
But even those delicate works start with the basics! This idea is recommended because it lets you learn basic triangular and square folds.
It also seems like good practice for matching your folds to the features of the motif you want to create!
Strawberries that are easy to make

Let’s make it with a single sheet of origami! Here are some easy strawberry ideas.
All you need is one sheet of red or pink origami paper and some colored pencils.
Strawberries are popular with kids and familiar as a fruit that’s easy to enjoy.
Use red or pink origami paper to make a strawberry, then draw the calyx and seeds with colored pencils.
After you’re done, you can decorate your room with it or play pretend strawberry picking, making it a fun way to nurture creativity.
Since it only takes one sheet of origami, it’s an easy activity for parents and children to enjoy together.
strawberry candy

Let’s make the dreamy dessert you see at festivals and fruit shops! Here are some ideas for strawberry candy apples (candied strawberries).
You’ll need three pieces of red origami cut into quarter-size squares, pale orange or brown origami, glue or double-sided tape, and pens or colored pencils.
Let’s make these popular candied strawberries out of origami—they look adorable, and the crisp texture when you eat them is part of the fun.
It’s best to start by making them together with a parent or teacher so you can feel confident.
Give it a try!
Strawberries you can make in 3 minutes

Try making it with two sheets of origami! Here’s a strawberry idea you can make in 3 minutes.
You’ll need red origami paper, green origami paper, and a black pen.
The key idea is folding while stacking the red and green sheets together.
If the papers slip, it’s a good idea to secure them with double-sided tape or a tape glue.
After folding it into a strawberry shape, draw the seeds with the black pen.
Give it a try using two sheets of origami!
Strawberry Pocket
Carry snacks and small items with you! Here are some ideas for a strawberry pocket.
All you need is red or pink origami paper and crayons or colored pencils.
The front features a cute strawberry with a leafy top, while the back is a pouch-style pocket—such a unique idea.
It’s perfect for yourself or as a small gift for someone.
Some of the folding steps are a bit tricky, so it’s best to work on it together with a parent or teacher.
Give it a try and have fun making it!


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