Handmade ideas for Koinobori: easy projects using everyday materials

mizuhiki (traditional Japanese decorative cord made from washi paper)

How about trying your hand at making a koi-nobori (carp streamer) using mizuhiki cords for good luck? There are several tying methods such as the Awaji knot and the Plum blossom knot, so pick one that seems easy for you or that looks like it will create the shape you want.

By the way, this kind of craft is called “mizuhiki art,” and exhibitions are held around the country.

If you’re looking to start something new, why not give it a try?

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Araki Jakkan

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Koinobori chopstick rest

How to fold an easy carp streamer chopstick rest using a single sheet of origami ♪

Having adorable koi-shaped streamers on the dining table makes the celebration even more festive.

Your child will surely love it, too.

This time, we’re introducing an easy-to-make koi streamer chopstick rest.

All you need is origami paper and a pen.

First, fold the paper in half vertically and horizontally to make crease lines, then fold one side and flip it over.

Fold it into quarters along the center line, fold the corners inward, and use a pen to draw original patterns such as eyes and scales.

Finally, overlap the paper at the mouth side, and you’ll have a three-dimensional, freestanding chopstick rest.

Give it a try!

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Wax-resist carp streamer art

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🐶 @buchiko_hoiku ◂◂◂◂ Check out my other posts too 🌼 Carp streamer craft, part 3! You don’t need many supplies! This is a resist-art koinobori made by drawing all kinds of lines—straight, curved, and more 🎏 I hope kids will really enjoy moving their hands and seeing how holding a crayon or a paintbrush with paint makes lines appear ☺️ Crafts for infants often take a lot of prep work and can be tough 🥲 But for this one, you just need to prepare the eye parts, whiskers, and the koinobori body, and you’re good to go 💗 I’m planning to sell it as a craft kit soon, so please keep an eye out 🌟 (I’ll announce it again 📢) Definitely give it a try 🌈 ⋱⋰ Thank you so much for reading to the end 🐶 I share easy-to-copy ideas—from introductions to the actual craft—that you can make with simple steps ♬︎ I’d be over the moon if you like ♥, save 𖤘, and follow 𖤐 😂 Your comments are also very welcome 🤍🤍 ⋱⋰Nursery teacher / Childcare workerKindergarten Teacher#Spring crafts#Wall CreationToddler CraftsPlay that expands from picture booksResist paintingKoinobori Crafting

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Let’s make koinobori carp streamers in your favorite colors! Here are some ideas for resist-painting koinobori.

Resist painting with crayons and watercolor is a technique where the paint is repelled by the areas drawn with crayon.

Because crayons contain oil, the paint doesn’t stick to the crayon marks, making the crayon lines and patterns stand out—that’s the key.

Using this method lets you enjoy bright colors and interesting textures, making it a popular technique with children! Try making koinobori that take full advantage of the charm of resist painting!

Koinobori made from clear plastic file folders

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Stained-glass-style carp streamers made with clear files 🎏 Color them with oil-based markers any way you like 🦁🩵 They look beautiful when you hold them up to the sky 🙌Nursery teacher / Childcare workerChildcare student#Nursery school#Nursery School Craft#AtHomePlayworkKoinobori (carp streamers)

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When it catches the sunlight, the colors show through beautifully! Here’s an idea for making koi-shaped streamers using clear files.

If you’ve been thinking that creating something with a stained-glass-like transparency is difficult, this is a great idea to try.

You’ll need a clear file, permanent markers, masking tape, scissors, tape, a hole punch, and a straw.

You can also make a samurai helmet out of holographic origami paper and attach it to the tip of the straw for a fun change in vibe.

Give it a try!

wool felt

Here’s an idea for making a carp streamer (koinobori) out of wool felt.

This one is made of wool, but it’s three-dimensional rather than flat.

Prepare wool to match the size of the koinobori, then pull and twist the wool into a roll and felt it by stabbing.

It’s hard to make it at the final size right away, so gradually build it up by wrapping on more wool felt little by little to enlarge it.

Once the base is finished, create the eyes and scale patterns.

You could also use ready-made eye parts sold at 100-yen shops, etc.

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Koinobori wreath

Let's make a May carp streamer wreath with origami!

Let’s make it with origami! I’d like to share an idea for a carp streamer wreath.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to make a wreath out of origami or only has origami paper at home.

All you need are origami carp streamers and origami paper.

Create simple parts with easy folds and combine them to complete the wreath.

It’s fun that you can use your favorite color combinations! By adjusting the size of the origami paper, you can also change the size of the wreath.

koinobori kite

[Koinobori Craft/Children’s Day] Sky-Swimming Koinobori Kite Project [Handmade Toy/Preschool Kindergarten Craft Free Download]

Swaying in the wind and gliding through the sky! Here’s a fun idea for a carp streamer–shaped kite.

Many of you have probably flown kites during the New Year holidays.

This time, let’s make a kite by cutting and pasting it into a carp streamer shape and have some fun! What you’ll need: tape, scissors, a template, and kite string.

It’s great even if you’ve never flown a kite before.

For Children’s Day, try flying a carp streamer–shaped kite in a wide-open space like a plaza or park!