[Childcare] Make it in April! Recommended easy origami folds
In April, when the new school year begins, children at daycare and kindergarten start life in a new environment, and some may feel nervous or even cry.
So this time, we’re sharing origami ideas perfect for April that will bring smiles to their faces.
There are plenty of motifs that capture the warmth of spring—flowers and insects, of course, as well as fruits and animals associated with Easter! Find something you’d love to make with the children and give it a try.
If you display their creations on the wall, you can enjoy spring indoors, too! Surrounded by a springtime atmosphere, we hope you can start a wonderful year with warm, cheerful feelings.
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[Childcare] Let's make it in April! Recommended easy origami folds (31–40)
Framed origami dandelion wall decoration
The framed origami dandelion wall decoration is a vibrant interior piece that can be displayed as is.
First, fold the origami paper little by little from the top and bottom to make firm creases, then trim the top, bottom, left, and right to refine the shape.
By folding the edges inward, you create a frame-like border.
Next, take a rectangular piece of origami paper, make fine slits in it, roll it up tightly, and gently open the petals.
Finally, arrange the leaves in a balanced way to complete a dimensional dandelion.
It’s a satisfying project and an idea that kids and adults can enjoy together.
Perfectly round and cute! Dandelion paper cutout
It’s a lovely idea to make spring-like dandelion paper cutouts and decorate your walls or windows to create a sense of the season.
Fold an origami sheet in half into a square twice, then fold it into a triangle.
Open the tip of the triangle outward and fold it into a triangle again, then draw the cutting lines with a pencil.
Cut along the lines with scissors, gently unfold, and shape the petals so they stand up slightly to finish.
It’s recommended to make deeper cuts without cutting too far through.
You can also add white fluff using cotton to create spring-like dandelions.
A box of dandelion flowers and fluff
This is a box-shaped dandelion you can decorate and enjoy, adorned with flowers and fluff.
Its stylish design makes it a striking interior accent.
Use four sheets of origami: some for the flowers and some for the box.
For the box origami, turn it face down and crease the fold lines neatly.
Fold the other side the same way, glue it, and form the box shape.
Make the dandelions with a slitted sheet and a thin strip of paper, then attach them to all four sides of the box and connect them to finish.
Arranging the petals—slit and spread—creates a vibrant look.
It’s a display-worthy craft that children and adults can enjoy together.
Three-color dango made with origami
https://www.tiktok.com/@hoikushi_bank/video/6942804580736584962Speaking of spring, cherry-blossom viewing comes to mind.
Here’s a perfect spring craft: how to make three-color dango with origami.
You’ll need three colors of origami paper for the dango and some bamboo skewers.
First, fold a balloon using the basic balloon base in origami.
Once you’ve made all three colors, simply skewer them one by one to finish.
You can enjoy the origami process itself, and then use what you’ve made for pretend play.
Taking a spring walk with the dango you made together with the kids could be fun, too.
cute flowers
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It’s charming that you can make it with just one sheet of origami! Let me introduce a cute flower idea.
All you need is origami paper in your favorite colors or patterns and round stickers.
Spring is the season of vibrant, lively flowers, isn’t it? This craft is perfect for spring.
It’s also nice that you can use your favorite colors and patterns of origami paper.
Some steps can be a bit tricky, so it’s best to work on it together with a teacher or guardian.
Try making it while adding your own touches with the origami and stickers!
[Childcare] Make it in April! Recommended easy origami folds (41–50)
Easter egg
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The zigzag-cracked eggshell is so fun! Let me show you an Easter egg idea you can make with origami.
All you need are origami paper in your favorite colors and some pens or colored pencils.
When an eggshell cracks, the edge turns zigzag, right? This is a fun idea that expresses that feature with origami.
The steps are simple and easy to follow.
When you do the accordion folds, press firmly with your fingers to make crisp creases! Once your egg is finished, feel free to draw any expression you like on it!
Cherry blossom petal wreath
Make it with origami! Here’s an idea for a cherry blossom petal wreath.
All you need are eight quarter-size sheets of origami paper and glue.
The cherry blossom petals made from origami look adorably connected! Using just one shade of pink is nice, but it’s also lovely to mix in petals made from light pink or white origami paper.
Using traditional Japanese-patterned paper can change the vibe even more, so it’s highly recommended.
It’s a perfect idea to decorate your room wall or entryway!