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 (21–30)
Push Pop Triangle
Why not try making a pop toy you can press over and over—the Push Pop Triangle? It’s not only a toy; you can also use it as a decoration for Tanabata or Christmas, and even for hand rehabilitation! Prepare three sheets of origami paper and make three parts.
There are no difficult steps, so anyone can work on it with confidence.
Finally, assemble the three parts and shape them into a square pyramid to finish! You can also have fun by changing the color combinations of the paper, or by using Japanese patterns, character prints, or craft materials for your own twist.
A long-tailed tit that can stand up or be displayed as a decoration
In winter, the long-tailed tit (Shima-enaga) becomes covered in pure white feathers, transforming into a plump and adorable figure.
Using a single sheet of black origami, you can make a stand-up type Shima-enaga—let’s give it a try! First, crease diagonally and vertically to make an X.
Fold it into a square as if tucking everything inward so it becomes about one-quarter of the original size.
On one side, fold in the surrounding paper so that the surface turns black.
Also make a tail on the black side so it can stand.
After folding in half, create a long, thin crease to mark the boundary between the face and the body.
Fold back the bottom and both ends of the white side to form the wings and feet, and you’re done! Draw the Shima-enaga’s face with a pen or add stickers to complete it.
heart ring
A heart ring that can be used as a finger accessory or decoration.
Why not try folding a handmade ring accessory using a quarter sheet of origami? Open the origami after making a horizontal crease, fold down the upper left and right corners, then fold the pointed ends back behind.
Open the paper as if making a bow, fold it again, and then fold the bottom part.
Once you make the part that goes around your finger, the origami is complete.
It’s a cute item that’s great for children’s play and early childhood settings.
Try making a heart ring that you can customize by changing the colors and shapes.
mini bag
A mini bag that’s perfect for holding small items like stickers, or for decorating your room as an interior accent.
This is an origami craft with a charming look featuring a handle and ribbon that’s sure to delight.
Fold the pocket parts from origami paper and glue them together, then attach the paper that will serve as the bag’s design over the top.
You can choose not only simple solid colors but also your favorites, such as plaid patterns or ones with animals.
Finally, add the ribbon and handle pieces as decoration to finish.
Give this cute origami a try—fun for both kids and adults.
ribbon
Let’s make a cute ribbon out of origami.
Fold it in half to make a crease, then fold the top and bottom edges to meet the center line.
Next, fold it in half again along the center line, then fold it in half horizontally.
Fold the two corners of the crease inward, and tuck both corners inside.
On the opposite side, open the overlapping section outward and fold it, then fold all four corners inward.
Finally, squash the center and you’re done! There’s also a version with tails, so choose whichever you like.
Change the color and size to make a perfect accent for gifts or a decoration for your room.
Now, give it a try!
Jump paper kite
An origami paper octopus that looks cute when it hops as you press down from above.
It’s an origami idea made from two sheets of paper, split into an upper and lower part.
After unfolding the creased paper, use markers to draw facial expressions like eyes and a mouth.
Adding stickers or washi tape is also recommended.
By combining the two parts, you can create a three-dimensional octopus face and legs.
It’s a type of origami you can enjoy in many ways—make several pieces to decorate, or even race them.
Great for practicing glue, too! Cute snowman
Here’s an idea for a snowman with a hat and a scarf.
You’ll make it in two parts—hat and head, scarf and body.
Use two sheets of origami paper, each 15 × 7.5 cm.
We’ll start with the head, so place the paper vertically.
Fold the bottom edge up to about four-thirds of the overall height, then fold about 1 cm back down, and fold back up about 5 mm.
Turn the paper over, fold the left and right edges to meet at the center, then squash the pocketed sections into triangles.
The opened area will be the face and the remaining red area will be the hat, so shape the face into a circle and the hat into a triangle.
For the body, fold about 1 cm along one short edge to make the scarf section, then fold the paper in half so the scarf shows on the front.
With the scarf at the top, turn the paper over and fold the top left and right corners diagonally inward.
Finally, round off the lower white section to complete the body.
Glue the parts together and draw the face to finish.
