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[Childcare] Simple Tanabata decoration ideas made with origami

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Around the time of Tanabata, many nursery schools and kindergartens work on making Tanabata decorations with origami.

Decorations made with origami are a great opportunity for children to learn folding techniques and practice using scissors.

Here, we introduce various simple origami Tanabata decorations.

If you make different types of decorations to suit the children’s ages, your Tanabata event will be even more exciting.

Try creating various items together while sharing ideas with the children.

Please use this as a reference and enjoy the Tanabata festivities with them!

[Childcare] Easy Tanabata decoration ideas made with origami (1–10)

Milky Way made from a single sheet of origami paper

[Origami Tanabata Decoration] Made with a single sheet of origami♪ Easy Milky Way 💙 How to make a very easy decoration Origami

Milky Way made from a single sheet of origami paper

Make it with simple steps! Here’s an idea for creating the Milky Way using a single sheet of origami paper.

When you think of Tanabata, many people probably picture the Milky Way.

This time, let’s make one with just one sheet of origami.

You’ll need origami paper, scissors, string, and star decorations.

The key steps are folding the paper and making slits.

The process can help develop concentration, too! Also, when you open the origami, do it slowly and carefully so the Milky Way you’ve made doesn’t tear and can be completed nicely.

Decorating it with star motifs will make it an even more wonderful piece.

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Easy with kirigami! How to make a star

Simple with kirigami! Let’s show how to make a star.

Prepare one sheet of origami paper and start folding while making crease lines.

After folding, draw a guide line, then cut along the line with scissors.

When you open the paper, you’ll have a star with a hollow center.

If you apply glue to the tips of the star and stick them together, you’ll get a beautiful star that looks like the Milky Way—perfect for Tanabata decorations.

Try making them in different sizes and colors.

It’s also great to decorate by sticking them on wish strips (tanzaku) for an even more Tanabata-like touch.

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simple windsock

[Tanabata Decorations] Easy Origami Streamer Craft! [Preschool/Kindergarten] #shorts

simple windsock

Make it with origami! Here are some simple streamer ideas.

These are recommended for anyone thinking of making streamers—simple yet super cute results.

Using solid-color origami is nice, but metallic or holographic origami adds a special touch! Fold back one edge of the paper to the front side, then cut the unfolded section with scissors.

Roll it into a tube and secure with tape—that’s it! It’s simple, but it will make an eye-catching Tanabata decoration.

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[Childcare] Simple Tanabata decoration ideas made with origami (11–20)

star ornament

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When it comes to Tanabata decorations, star ornaments really shine, don’t they? How about making cute star decorations out of origami with the kids? The folding method is simple, so it’s perfect for children to try.

Use two sheets of origami paper to make each star piece, then combine them at the end.

When teaching kids how to make them, it might be fun to turn the steps into a little story, like reading a picture book! These can be adapted not only for Tanabata decorations but also as Christmas ornaments, so once you make them, they’ll be useful for events in other seasons too.

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lantern decorations

Tanabata decoration: lantern Tanabata origami

lantern decorations

The lantern decorations you often see for Tanabata add a nice touch of traditional Japanese flair! Although they may look tricky to make at first glance, you can easily create them using a toilet paper roll and origami paper—perfect for a fun project with kids.

First, wrap origami paper around a toilet paper roll, then remove the roll.

Next, fold another sheet of origami paper to make creases, unfold it, and fold it in half again.

Cut slits along the folded edge with scissors.

Once you’ve cut the slits all the way across, open it up, wrap it around the tube you made earlier, and glue the top and bottom to secure it—that’s it! Decorating the inner tube with stickers and more is a lovely touch, too.

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Colorful chain decorations for Tanabata!

"How to Make Tanabata Decorations" Simple and Cute Tanabata Origami Decorations (For Kids!) · Origami Decoration

Colorful chain decorations for Tanabata!

As a Tanabata decoration, why not make a colorful paper chain? You only need to make several identical parts, so once you learn how, you can put it together quickly.

Cut a sheet of origami paper into four equal pieces.

Take one piece, fold it into a triangle twice, then open up the pocketed part and squash it to form a square.

Fold all four pieces the same way, then attach them vertically to connect them, and you’re done.

To make it extra colorful, try using origami paper in various colors.

When you display it, attach a string to the top and hang it up.

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Tanabata wreath

Tanabata wreath

Tanabata wreath

One of the events in July is Tanabata.

Here’s an idea for a Tanabata wreath you can use.

First, combine green origami paper to form a circle.

Then cut your favorite colors of origami into triangles and layer them to create star shapes.

Finally, attach the stars onto the circle and you’re done.

If you make the stars colorful, the wreath will look even more festive.

It will look lovely displayed as is in a room or at the entrance, and you can also hang tanzaku strips or write your wishes directly on it.

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