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[Kids] Let’s Make Origami! A Collection of Easy Goldfish Folding Methods

[Kids] Let’s Make Origami! A Collection of Easy Goldfish Folding Methods
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Goldfish swimming in the water, looking so comfortable.

You might often see goldfish scooping at festival stalls, and many people probably keep them at home too.

This time, we’ll introduce easy origami ideas for making these familiar goldfish together with children.

From flat folds to three-dimensional ones, goldfish seen from the side or from above—there are plenty of different folding ideas!

The finished goldfish look cute displayed on the wall as they are, and adding clear fishing line to hang them makes for a cool, charming decoration too.

They also look very stylish displayed in a goldfish bowl or a frame you can buy at a 100-yen shop.

[Kids] Let's Make It with Origami! Easy Goldfish Folding Guide (1–10)

Wobbling Goldfish

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Wobbling Goldfish

This goldfish origami can be moved to recreate the gentle swaying motion of swimming.

The folding process is similar to the yakko-san, pinwheel, and trick boat models up to a certain point, so it should be easy to get started.

Every part is three-dimensional, and when you move the tail fin, it looks as if the fish is actually swimming, so you can enjoy not only making it but also playing with it.

You can also make it cute by adding eyes with round stickers or a felt-tip pen.

Be sure to give it a try!

A goldfish you can make by folding six times

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A goldfish you can make by folding six times

This goldfish is one of the easiest origami goldfish to make.

Most goldfish origami usually starts by folding into a triangle, but this one is a bit unconventional because it begins with a square fold.

First, fold the paper in half to make a rectangle, then fold it diagonally along the diagonal.

After that, fold down the white section—this will become the tail fin.

Then make a small fold for the head, and it’s already done.

It’s an avant-garde style of origami, almost like a painting by Matisse or Picasso.

Simple goldfish

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Simple goldfish

Let’s make it with scissors! Here’s a simple goldfish craft idea.

All you need is origami paper in your favorite color and a pair of scissors.

It’s a fun activity for both kids and adults to enjoy together! The process of making a goldfish with your favorite colored origami paper and scissors is simple yet helps build concentration.

In particular, after cutting the origami, it’s important to fold carefully so you don’t tear the paper—this is a key point.

This step will help develop dexterity and focus.

The finished goldfish is adorable and fun to display!

Goldfish viewed from above

Let’s make it with origami in your favorite colors and patterns! Here’s an idea for a goldfish seen from above.

What you’ll need: one sheet of origami paper, a quarter-size piece of origami paper, and round stickers.

It’s an idea that’s full of cuteness! Use the full sheet to make the goldfish’s body, and the quarter-size piece to make the tail fin.

By gluing them together, you’ll create a goldfish with a three-dimensional look.

Add round sticker eyes and it will look just like a goldfish swimming! Since you can freely choose the colors and patterns of the origami paper, each goldfish will have its own unique personality—and it’s fun just to look at them.

A goldfish with a cute tail fin

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A goldfish with a cute tail fin

Once you’re finished, draw patterns with a pen! Here’s a cute goldfish idea featuring an adorable tail fin.

You’ll need two sheets of origami paper cut to quarter size, glue, and a pen.

It’s a unique idea where you fold the face and the body with tail fin separately, then glue them together.

The tail fin design is charming and really brings out the beauty of the goldfish.

Adding pen-drawn patterns gives it originality and boosts the overall finish, which is a big plus.

You’ll likely feel happy every time you look at the completed goldfish.

Goldfish you can make easily

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Goldfish you can make easily

Let’s make it with four folds of origami! Here’s an easy goldfish idea.

All you need is one sheet of origami paper in your favorite color and a pen.

It’s a simple method for making a goldfish! The charm is that the goldfish shape is complete after just four folds of a single sheet of paper.

Add eyes and patterns with a pen to make your goldfish more unique and appealing.

This idea is perfect for beginners, great for kids who feel unsure about origami, or for a quick activity in your spare time.

With just a few materials and an easy process, it’s a delightful project to finish quickly.

A goldfish you can make from a single sheet of origami paper

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A goldfish you can make from a single sheet of origami paper

So cute—it’s like the goldfish is looking right at you! Here’s an idea for a goldfish you can make from a single sheet of origami paper.

You’ll need origami paper in your favorite color, 8 mm round stickers, glue, a pen, and a toothpick.

It’s fun to fold, and it’s also fun to draw the facial expression and add your own design once it’s finished! There are a few steps that are tricky to fold with your fingers, but using a pointed tool like a toothpick makes it easier.

Definitely try making one and display it in your room.