[Origami] Easy spring-themed origami ideas to enjoy with 4-year-olds

cherry blossom

[Origami] How to make a cherry blossom (this method makes the center of the origami the center of the flower)

Let’s make cherry blossoms out of origami—perfect for spring crafts and wall decorations! In addition to folding, this project also involves cutting, so please have scissors ready.

First, fold the origami paper in half vertically, then fold it in half again and make a crease at the right edge, then open it.

Turn the paper vertically, fold it in half vertically again, make a crease at the left edge, and open it.

Fold up the bottom edge to align with the crease, then make another crease at the left edge and open it.

Turn the paper horizontally, and fold so that the right crease lines up with the upper left crease.

Fold the top layer back to align with the right edge, then fold the left edge along the crease created by that fold.

Flip the paper over, align both edges, and fold into a triangle; the folding steps are now complete.

Using a pencil, draw half of a petal shape and cut it out with scissors, then open it up.

You’ll have a beautiful cherry blossom!

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Cherry Blossom Medal

Perfect for celebrating advancement or spring events! Let us introduce a cherry blossom medal.

All you need is origami paper.

Receiving a medal made from origami is exciting and delightful, isn’t it? And once you can make it yourself, that joy will probably double! Using pink origami paper captures a springtime vibe, but using double-sided colored paper is also great for adding a personal touch.

Creating the cherry blossom petals requires fine finger movements, but it’s also appealing because it helps cultivate focused concentration as you work carefully.

Origami butterfly folded in half

[Half a sheet of origami] Easy and cute butterfly folding method Origami Butterfly [with voice commentary] / Grandma’s Origami

Make the most of double-sided origami! Here’s an idea for folding butterflies using half a sheet of origami paper.

Double-sided origami refers to paper that has different colors or patterns on the front and back.

Regular origami paper usually has color or patterns on one side and white on the other, but double-sided paper is distinctive because both sides feature different colors or designs.

This time, let’s make butterflies that really showcase the charm of double-sided origami.

You can make two butterflies from a single sheet of paper.

Since scissors are used partway through, be sure to work together with a teacher or guardian.

Peekaboo Penguin

[Origami] How to fold a Peekaboo Penguin (it can stand on its own) – How to make it [Sea Series]

Here’s a super cute way to fold a penguin that’s perfect to attach to letters or cards! First, place the origami paper with the back side facing up and fold it into a triangle twice to make crease lines.

Lift one corner up to just slightly before the center line, then fold both edges of the lifted section upward at a slight diagonal.

Fold both corners of that folded section inward.

Turn it over so the white side is facing you, and fold along the center line twice to shape the face.

Next, use a 2.5 cm piece of origami paper to make the hands.

Start with a basic “zabuton” fold, then fold both corners diagonally to shape the hands.

Make two of these.

Finally, glue the hands on, and add eyes and a mouth with round stickers or similar—done!

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Origami Bamboo Shoot

Introducing an easy way to fold a bamboo shoot with origami! Why not fold some during the spring season and use them as decorations? [Ori-Tsuku]

Bamboo shoots are a hallmark of spring.

Their taste and appearance are irresistible, aren’t they? Many people might even say they’re a favorite.

How about trying to fold bamboo shoots with origami? The steps are relatively simple and quick, so try making several.

They’re fun to stick on the wall, and it’s also enjoyable to fold a basket or bamboo with origami and paste them together as if placing the shoots inside.

Subtly decorating your space with seasonal accents lets you feel Japan’s four seasons even indoors—it’s delightful, isn’t it?

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Butterflies made with accordion folds

[Origami] Butterfly - Easy, Cute, Spring

Let me share a craft idea for making a butterfly using accordion folds.

First, cut out two pairs of circles—one large and one small—from origami paper.

Glue each small circle onto a large one, then fold them in an accordion style.

Fold the piece in half and glue the ends together to make the wings.

Next, cut a thin strip of origami paper, fold it in half, and curl both ends by wrapping them around a claw or a stick.

This will form a right angle; insert it between the wings and glue it in place.

Gently spread the wings, and your butterfly is complete.

Try making it in your favorite colors!

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A flapping pigeon

Origami That Delights Babies: Flapping Pigeon ☆ “Action Pigeon” [With Voice Commentary]

Focus on movement! Here’s an idea for a flapping pigeon that moves.

Many children are drawn to moving toys, right? While origami often brings to mind flat creations, it turns out you can make pieces that move and flap, too! This time, let’s make a cute, flapping pigeon.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper and a pen.

Pigeons are familiar birds for children, aren’t they? If your child enjoys spotting pigeons while out on walks or trips, give this a try!