Cute origami ideas
Origami can be used to make all kinds of things, right?
Of course, you can make children’s toys, but also wall decorations that work as interior decor, and even little containers.
In this article, we’ve gathered ideas from the wide world of origami with the theme of “cute.”
From adorable animals and characters to decorative fruits, small containers, accessories, and even toys.
It’s packed with all sorts of cute origami ideas!
If you want to make something cute with origami, be sure to use this as a reference and give it a try!
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Cute Origami Ideas (161–170)
Totoro
Here’s an introduction to Totoro origami, still popular thanks to the film.
There are three sizes of Totoro, and each can be folded from a single sheet of origami paper.
Which size of Totoro is most popular with girls? Try making your favorite Totoro! It also sounds fun to fold acorns and corn from the movie out of origami.
My Neighbor Totoro is a film enjoyed by people of all ages, and it makes a great topic to share with children—so folding Totoro origami can be a nice way to communicate while you create together.
Frappuccino
The “Frappuccino” you can make from a single sheet of origami features a three-dimensional cup and softly puffed whipped cream.
The steps are simple, and as you fold the corners inward, it gradually takes on the shape of a real drink.
Finish by inserting a thin, rolled strip of origami as a straw to give it a more authentic look.
You can also draw patterns with a pen to customize it—chocolate-style, berry-style, and more.
It’s perfect for display and for pretend play.
Easy for small hands to make, this origami sweet is ideal for a fun parent-child crafting time.
penguin
Penguins are popular not only with girls, but also with children and adults.
Penguin-themed goods and picture books are also popular.
Let’s try folding an origami penguin.
Since it’s made from a single sheet of origami paper, the white back side is important too.
Start by making the crease lines, then fold.
Fold with the colored side facing up, and then flip it over.
The white side will become the beak and belly.
Color the beak yellow and draw the eyes to finish.
By changing the folding method, you can also make a penguin with its feet lifted, so try out different variations.
Kirby of the Stars
Kirby is one of Nintendo’s signature characters, and his pink, round appearance is adorable.
Let’s recreate Kirby’s cute, round design with origami.
The most important point is how to turn a square sheet of origami paper into a round shape: by making creases and unfolding, gradually refine the corners into smaller angles.
While rounding the overall form, you’ll also shape the arms and legs from the same single sheet, which gives the model a cohesive look.
Once the shape is set, color the feet red and draw the facial features to finish the whole piece.
Origami The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Let me show you how to make The Very Hungry Caterpillar with origami.
Prepare six sheets of origami paper and cut them into quarters.
Using the cut pieces, make two types of parts and combine them.
The folding methods are similar, but there are differences, so be careful about the orientation as you fold.
When assembling each part, interlock them so that the two types alternate.
The key is to combine them in order without mixing up the sequence or the parts.
Kids will be delighted when the caterpillar wiggles and squirms when you hold it!
