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Enjoy the sights of autumn using just scissors! A collection of easy paper-cutting ideas

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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!

Enjoy autumn traditions using just scissors! A collection of easy-to-make paper-cutting ideas (11–20)

pumpkin ghost

[Easy! Kirigami] Halloween Pumpkin Ghost [With Voice Commentary] Let's make an easy and cute pumpkin decoration with paper cutting

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.

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maple leaves

[Paper Cutting] Easy Way to Make Maple Leaves 🍁 Fall Season Classic Made Only with Scissors | Kirigami with Audio Tips and Precautions / Let’s Start Paper Cutting!

maple leaves

The maple leaf kirigami looks fun.

Prepare yellow, red, and orange origami paper, and make the creases following the steps.

Draw the outline with a pencil, cut it with scissors, then slowly unfold it.

The creases will look like veins, and you’ll have a three-dimensional maple leaf.

It can be used as a wall decoration, and if you glue two together, it could make a hanging ornament as well.

It’s an easy craft you can make using just scissors, so please use it for your autumn projects.

How about everyone enjoying making it together?

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bat

Halloween paper cutouts for wall decorations and more!

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!

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Spider web

[Origami] Easy Paper-Cut Spiderweb / Origami Spiderweb Very Easy #021

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.

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mushroom

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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?

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Maple leaf made from a single sheet of origami paper

Autumn Origami Paper Cutting [Origami] Maple Leaf — Made with a single sheet of origami paper♪ Great for paper-cutting beginners♪

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.

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Enjoy the autumn season with just scissors! A collection of easy-to-make paper-cutting ideas (21–30)

Easy Cat

[Paper Cutting] Easy Way to Make a Cat 🐈 You can create an adorable connected kitty using just scissors [with voice commentary] / Let’s start paper cutting!

Easy Cat

Four connected cats look adorable! Here’s an easy-to-make cat idea.

Autumn is shedding season for cats.

This simple cat-motif craft is recommended for people who have cats at home or those who love cat motifs.

Prepare origami paper, scissors, and a pen for sketching, and give it a try.

You can use any color of origami you like.

If you make it with black or orange origami, it could also work well as a Halloween decoration.

Be sure to try it out!

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