Enjoy the sights of autumn using just scissors! A collection of easy paper-cutting ideas
Papercutting to enjoy as autumn deepens.
Many people may be surprised, thinking, “Can you really make such lovely pieces with just scissors?” In fact, classic autumn plants—like cosmos, red spider lilies, and maple leaves—can be turned into elegant papercuts with nothing more than a single pair of scissors.
Here, we’ll share an easy method, from folding tips to cutting pointers.
Display them in your room to bring in the season, or give them as gifts to someone special.
Savor a calming, handmade moment!
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Enjoy autumn traditions using just scissors! A collection of easy-to-make paper-cutting ideas (11–20)
cat
This cat-themed paper-cutting design can be enjoyed by everyone from beginners to advanced artists.
You can capture the realistic charm of cats or depict a stylized, anime-like cat! Try creating designs that make the most of a cat’s distinctive silhouette—its expressions, posture, and fur patterns.
If your design isn’t symmetrical, we recommend using a craft knife rather than scissors.
You can also adapt it for Halloween decorations, so why not give it a try?
rabbit
Let’s try making a paper-cut rabbit that everyone loves.
Fold the paper in half and sketch a design while imagining a shape that will be symmetrical.
It’s also cool—and recommended—to skip the sketch and cut straight with scissors.
The exciting part is unfolding the paper to see whether it turned out like you imagined.
Once you’ve finished cutting and opened it up, it might be cute to draw the eyes or add decorations to the ears.
Try adding your own personal touches.
Spider web
Papercut designs with a spiderweb theme are a perfect idea for Halloween decorations.
All you need to do is fold the paper into a triangle and cut along the designated lines, so most of the work is cutting straight lines.
As you carefully continue cutting, a delicate pattern will emerge.
Watching it transform as if by magic might even captivate adults.
Even though it looks difficult, it’s surprisingly easy to make, so it’s recommended for first-time papercutters as well.
Definitely give it a try!
Mickey
This is a paper-cutting artwork themed around Mickey, one of Disney’s most popular characters.
When you unfold the paper cut, lots of Mickeys appear—it’s super cute! It’s exciting to make together with your child, so why not give it a try? First, fold the origami paper, place the template drawing on top, and secure it with clips.
Cut along the sketch using a craft knife or scissors.
Be careful not to cut the parts where the paper needs to stay connected.
It’s also fun to use origami in various colors!
bouquet
Let’s make a bouquet that’s perfect for beginners with a simple cutting method! Bouquets are universally appealing motifs, so people of all ages can enjoy them.
Fold your favorite origami paper and sketch the parts you want to cut.
Then just cut along the sketch with scissors! Using gradient or patterned origami can change the vibe in a nice way.
If it’s your first time trying paper cutting, start with standard-size origami, and once you get used to it, try a smaller size.
pumpkin ghost
Let’s make a jack-o’-lantern—the pumpkin decoration that symbolizes Halloween, a major autumn event—using origami.
The steps are simple: draw the outline of the character and its parts on an orange sheet of origami paper folded in half, then cut along the lines.
Since you can’t cut the eye area unless it’s folded again beyond the halfway point, first cut out the outline and mouth, then fold just the eye section in half and cut it.
This method ensures both sides are perfectly symmetrical, giving it a beauty that makes it suitable not only as a decorative piece but also as a sturdy base.
bat
A bat paper-cut made using only scissors—what a lovely idea.
Just fold a sheet of black origami paper in half, sketch a bat shape, and cut it out with scissors.
It’s simple, yet you’ll be amazed at how polished it looks when you unfold it.
It’s also great to make with older adults.
If you draw guide lines, everyone can craft safely and enjoyably.
The finished bats are perfect for wall displays or Halloween decorations.
If everyone makes some together, you can create a magical space where a whole flock of bats seems to be flying.
It’s a charming handcraft for long autumn evenings—give it a try!
Spider web
When it comes to Halloween decorations, not only pumpkins and ghosts but also spider webs are essential for creating a spooky atmosphere.
Let’s make spider webs using origami paper and scissors.
The steps are simple: fold the origami into a narrow triangle, draw the spider web lines you want to keep with a pen, and then cut along the areas around those lines with scissors.
By sketching the lines lightly on the back, you can preserve the color on the front, so it’s fun to choose which color spider web to make.
You can use the spider web on its own or as a base to display other decorative pieces.
mushroom
How about spending some time feeling the autumn season by making mushroom paper cutouts? Prepare some colorful construction paper and let’s have fun creating together.
By combining simple shapes like circles and triangles—easy to cut with just scissors—you can make adorable mushrooms.
The finished pieces will look lovely as wall decorations, too.
It’s also a great activity to do with seniors.
While enjoying conversation, everyone can create works that showcase their individuality.
Through mushroom paper cutouts, why not share a warm, enriching moment together and feel the coziness of autumn?
Maple leaf made from a single sheet of origami paper
Try paper cutting! Here are ideas for making autumn leaves with a single sheet of origami paper.
How about creating a motif of cute, connected maple leaves to decorate your room? This time, two folding methods are introduced, so choose based on the age of the maker and how easy they are to do.
It’ll be fun to pick origami colors that match your image of maple leaves, such as red, orange, yellow, or brown.
When sketching with a pen, it’s also good to incorporate the distinctive features of maple leaves.