Simple: A roundup of origami ideas perfect for Christmas

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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stick candy

[Christmas & Halloween Origami] How to fold a stick candy with audio commentary ☆ Christmas & Halloween Origami Stick Candy Tutorial

Here’s how to make a stick-candy origami that will liven up your Christmas party.

Fold the top left and right corners, flip it over, then fold it up from the bottom.

Fold the bottom edge upward as if rolling it, glue the end in place, and then fold the left side of the tip diagonally.

Fold one-third of the paper to the right, then fold half of it straight down at a right angle to finish.

Simply changing the color or pattern of the paper lets you enjoy a variety of candy designs.

Since you can make it without scissors, it’s a great origami idea to do with kids.

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Snowman with a scarf

Origami: Snowman with a hat and scarf from a single sheet [Origami] Snowman with hat and scarf (using only one sheet)

Here’s a cute origami idea: a snowman—a classic symbol of winter—wearing a scarf.

Start by making a crease down the center of the paper, then fold both sides toward the center.

Open it up and fold the bottom up.

Fold small sections from the top and bottom edges back, then fold in from the left and right.

Fold only the left corner, flip the model over, turn it vertically, and fold from the top and bottom.

Tuck in the corners to refine the silhouette, draw the details, and you’re done.

Try making this piece with a single sheet of origami paper, and customize the hat and scarf colors or patterns with different papers.

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ribbon

Origami [Ribbon/Bow] How to Make — Cute ♪ ◇ How to fold origami paper [Ribbon/Bow] step by step

Origami ribbons with a glamorous look that soothe the soul.

How about making this cute item that also works great as a Christmas wall decoration or ornament? Start by adding creases to the top and bottom of the paper, then fold it in half vertically and horizontally to mark the center.

Fold triangles along the creases, fold the top section back behind, and return it.

While pressing the center, collapse the paper, change the orientation, and fold diagonally.

Cut along the crease with scissors, flip it over, and fold in the left and right sections.

Cut only one layer of the center piece, tuck the left and right sections into the center, trim off the excess, and you’re done.

Try making this three-dimensional ribbon decoration for the holiday season!

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