Simple: A roundup of origami ideas perfect for Christmas

holly

[Christmas Origami] How to Fold a Simple Holly with Audio Commentary ☆ Origami How to Fold a Simple Holly

Here’s an origami idea themed around holly, which is often used for Christmas decorations.

First, make creases at the top and bottom of the paper, then fold the top and bottom toward the center.

Next, to create the leaf shape, make diagonal folds from top to bottom.

Glue the center to secure it, then attach the berry pieces made by folding the four corners—and you’re done.

It’s also nice to combine it with bells or a wreath, or use holly leaves to express a nature-inspired color scheme.

Why not try making this easy Christmas origami that both kids and adults can enjoy?

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gingerbread man

[Origami] Easy! How to Fold a Gingerbread Man (Christmas Cookie) – ORIGAMI Christmas Ginger Man

Gingerbread men are known for biscuits and cookies shaped like human silhouettes.

Let’s make origami themed around this character that’s popular at seasonal events.

Use three of the four pieces from a sheet of origami paper cut into quarters to create the body, arms, and legs.

Finally, attach the round face piece to complete the origami figure.

By getting creative with the gingerbread man’s face and decorations, you can enjoy a variety of arrangements.

Try placing it next to actual baked cookies or using it as an ornament—make this cute item for the Christmas season!

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Origami: Easy Star Made from a Single Sheet – Instructions

This is a star you can make from a single sheet of origami paper, perfect for decorating a Christmas tree and more.

After folding it up, down, left, and right to make creases, fold back the lower section to add another crease.

Fold the paper from top to bottom, then from right to left, and open it from the inside to form a triangular silhouette.

Fold one of the left or right sections on either the front or back toward the center, opening the paper as you go to set the creases.

Open the paper in sequence so that the corners form a pentagon, and you’re done.

It’s a festive Christmas item you can also enjoy by adding drawings or decorating with beads and ribbons.

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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Origami [Twinkle Star] How to Fold — Perfect for Tanabata decorations or Christmas ♪ [Voice Commentary] ◇ Origami “Stars” Easy Christmas Decorations Tutorial

How about making sparkling, twinkling stars out of origami? All you need is 15 cm origami paper.

If you stick a rhinestone or a sticker in the center, it will look even more festive.

To fold it, you’ll repeatedly fold and unfold—into squares, triangles, and in a way similar to the basic crane base—then open it back up and shape the star along the crease lines.

There aren’t any particularly difficult steps; it’s a series of small, careful actions, so let’s take it step by step and make them together.

They’re perfect for Christmas, and it’s nice that you can use them for Tanabata too!

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Gift with a ribbon

[Origami] How to fold a cute ribboned present – perfect for Christmas decorations! Christmas Origami Present Box / fukuoriroom

This is a cute ribbon-topped origami present that brings festive Christmas cheer.

You’ll need 15 cm square origami paper for the box, 7.5 cm square origami paper for the ribbon, glue, scissors, and so on.

First, fold the paper into a triangle twice and unfold.

Next, leaving a small gap from the center, fold all four sides toward the middle.

Flip it over and fold each corner toward the center.

Glue the folded sections so they don’t open, and the box is complete.

Carefully fold the ribbon as well and fix it with glue.

Using Christmas-themed or double-sided origami paper makes it even more fun!

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Santa hat

How to make an origami Santa hat with a pompom [Origami] Santa hat with pompom

This Santa hat origami is perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit! Using red and white origami paper, anyone can make it easily.

Once it’s finished, you can hang it on the wall or place it on the table—there are endless ways to use it depending on your ideas! Watching kids’ eyes sparkle as they make it is part of the fun, too.

If you create them with family or friends, it’s sure to be a heartwarming time.

This cute Santa hat will broaden the ways you can enjoy Christmas.

Give it a try!

shortcake

[Easy Origami] DIY Christmas Shortcake with One Sheet / Origami Cake

Why not make a Christmas shortcake out of origami to celebrate this once-a-year special day? Since it can be made from a single sheet of paper, it’s a great idea for origami beginners.

Fold the paper into triangles from the top and bottom to create creases, then fold up from the bottom toward the lines in the order of right, then left.

Flip the paper over and fold the top section, then fold back the lower section on the front side.

Here, fold it so that a bit of the white part shows.

Fold the left and right sections to make creases, flip it over, draw whipped cream illustrations, and cut.

Fold in from the left and right, fold back the top section, and color it with a red pen.

Finally, fold the rounded part, and your shortcake is complete.

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