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 (31–40)
An easy and cute cosmos origamiNEW!
Let’s make a 3D origami cosmos that looks cute even arranged in a vase! Take a 7.5 cm square sheet of origami and fold it into a square twice and into a triangle once.
Fold the short edge along the long edge to make a crease as a guide.
Draw jagged, petal-like shapes and cut them out with scissors.
Add creases and small cuts so the eight petals become three-dimensional, then finish by making the center from yellow origami paper.
Create a stem with a bamboo skewer and green origami paper, and place your flower in a vase.
The great thing about origami cosmos is that they won’t wither and need no watering, so you can display them forever.
Try making them in your favorite colors to add a touch of floral brightness to your everyday life!
Easy! How to fold PiNEW!
Pii, the pre-evolved form of Clefairy, is known for its star-like silhouette.
Start by folding a pink sheet of origami paper into a triangle to make a crease, then fold both corners toward that crease.
Fold the paper in half from the opposite direction, and from the corners of the straight edge, fold each side past the center just a little.
Fold back a small part of the folded sections to make the ears.
Slightly fold up the side opposite the ears, turn it over to the front, and fold back the two ends and the top a little.
Flip it over again, make small cuts in the slightly folded section opposite the ears to form the legs.
Turn it back to the front, draw Pii’s face, and you’re done.
You’ll end up with a cute, pink, star-like shape!
Cool! A box with a ribbonNEW!
Let’s use two sheets of origami paper to make a cool lidded box with a big ribbon! First, for the box (the side that holds items), fold the entire sheet inward toward the crisscrossed diagonal crease lines, progressively folding everything toward the center.
For the lid, fold it into a triangle twice, open it into a pouch, and fold both sides into squares; then, on the sides where the corners aren’t open, fold small triangles.
Once that’s done, unfold it once, then shape the lid along the crease lines while also forming the ribbon.
Apply glue to any parts that flap or lift to secure them.
Combine it with the box you made first, and you’re done!
An easy way to fold a cute unicornNEW!
This unicorn origami, featuring a softly rounded, gentle design, is an idea that lets you enjoy the very process of shaping its adorable look.
Prepare two sheets of the same color: use one for the head and the other for the body.
Folding by parts makes the differences in shape easy to see.
Since the head and body are made separately, you can also enjoy the step of combining them while checking the balance.
It pairs well with soft colors, and another charm is that the impression changes depending on how you fold it.
By drawing the facial expression and features with a pen, you’ll complete a one-of-a-kind unicorn that’s uniquely yours.
Give it a try!
Cute! A unicorn faceNEW!
How about making a cute unicorn face from a single sheet of origami? This idea features a stylized, deformed face shape.
The key point is the mane.
By making small cuts in the paper with scissors and folding those sections, you add movement to an otherwise simple design.
The impression changes depending on how you make the slits and folds, letting you enjoy creative experimentation.
In the finishing step, drawing the eyes and mouth can dramatically change the expression, showcasing each maker’s individuality.
Differences in color choices and line thickness also affect the mood, so even with the same method, each piece turns out unique.
It’s an origami idea that lets you truly enjoy the process of making.
So cute! MinccinoNEW!
Chillarmy, a cute Pokémon that looks just like a chinchilla.
Prepare gray origami paper and make each part separately.
For the face, use one 15 cm × 15 cm sheet; for the ears, two 7.5 cm × 7.5 cm sheets; for the bangs, one 3.75 cm × 3.75 cm sheet; for the body, one 15 cm × 7.5 cm sheet; for the tail, one 7.5 cm × 7.5 cm sheet; and for the hands, one 7.5 cm × 7.5 cm sheet, which you’ll cut in half.
Take one of those halves and cut it in half again to make the feet.
Fold each part and glue them together, then finish by drawing Chillarmy’s cute face! Be careful not to lose the small parts.
Ribbon box with a lidNEW!
This is a lidded ribbon box that makes you want to get creative with the color and pattern of the origami you use.
For the lid, first make X-shaped creases both vertically and diagonally, then collapse it into a square.
Add a small triangular crease to the corner that won’t open, unfold the whole piece, and use the small square formed in the center to create the ribbon and then the entire lid.
For the box, after making creases such as the diagonal X and vertical lines, shape it into a box by folding along the creases.
Try different combinations of colors for the lid and the box as you make it!
How to fold a simple unicornNEW!
We present a unicorn you can make using a single sheet of origami paper.
The horn, mane, and body are expressed through clever folding techniques, and you can enjoy watching the unicorn take shape step by step.
The model can stand on four legs, making it suitable for display or play, expanding its uses.
The impression changes depending on the paper you use, allowing you to adjust the finish from gentle to glamorous—another appealing point.
Differences in creases and shaping will appear from person to person, so you can also enjoy lining up the finished pieces and comparing them.
While savoring origami-specific processes, you can focus on forming the shape; it’s an idea that’s easy to incorporate into home crafting or recreational activities.
No scissors needed! How to fold MimikyuNEW!
Mimikyu is known for its distinctive look of wearing a tattered cloth like Pikachu.
Let’s fold it using slightly duller yellow origami than Pikachu! First, fold in half vertically and open to make a crease.
Fold both edges toward the crease, then fold in half from the opposite direction as well.
Using the new crease, fold one edge toward the center to create another crease.
Open it up along the creases to form a boat-like shape.
Fold one end upward and slightly lower the other end to create the ears.
On the side opposite the ears, fold upward to make a step in the center, then create a pinch between the face and the body, and spread the bottom out like the hem of a skirt.
Finally, draw Mimikyu’s face and you’re done! Since it can be made without scissors, it’s recommended even for small children.
Origami heart with a ribbonNEW!
A ribbon pops out of a heart! Here’s a very cute origami to try.
First, fold into a triangle twice to make creases, then squash along the creases.
Squash-fold the inner sections so they become triangles.
Fold all four corners up along the edges, then fold down both corners on one side.
Flip it over and shape it into a heart.
Turn it to the front and fold the two bottom corners diagonally outward so they stick out.
Open the top part into a pocket and adjust it into a ribbon shape, and you’re done! Writing a message and adding it as a gift will make it even more delightful.
