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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] Simple Tanabata decoration ideas made with origami (21–30)

Heart-shaped tanzaku

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Heart-shaped tanzaku

For Tanabata, it’s tradition to write your wishes on tanzaku paper strips and hang them up! If you’re bored with ordinary tanzaku, why not try making an adorable heart-shaped one? It’s a charming idea you can create with just a single sheet of origami.

You’ll use origami cut into a rectangle.

The difficulty is on the higher side, so if you’re making them with children, teachers should support them and enjoy the process together.

Since many parts show the reverse side, using double-sided origami could make it even more interesting! Writing your wishes on a tanzaku that stands out from the rest is sure to get kids excited.

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Tanabata paper-strip decoration

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Tanabata paper-strip decoration

Here’s a Tanabata woven ornament you can make with a single sheet of origami paper! It’s a great idea for kids to practice using scissors, so consider incorporating it into crafts at daycare or kindergarten.

The basic woven ornament is made by folding the origami paper into a triangle three times, then making alternating cuts with scissors.

Until the children get used to it, it might help to draw guide lines and support them as they work.

You can also have fun by using origami paper cut into circles or arranging it into a spherical shape.

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Orihime and Hikoboshi

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Orihime and Hikoboshi

When it comes to Tanabata, the stars of the show are Orihime and Hikoboshi.

As a way to get familiar with the traditional Tanabata story, why not try making Orihime and Hikoboshi with origami? The kimonos are very simple to fold, so children will find them easy to attempt.

You can also make their faces easily by decorating circular pieces cut from origami paper.

Depending on the children’s ages, teachers can help by preparing the facial features and offering support.

Display them together with kusudama balls, streamers, and other decorations to liven up Tanabata!

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fluttering windsock

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fluttering windsock

Let’s make a classic Tanabata decoration: the streamer (fukinagashi)! It’s easy to craft with origami paper and also great scissor practice for kids.

First, fold down a few centimeters at the top of the origami paper, then make vertical cuts with scissors along the lower part.

Next, curl it into a ring and secure it with tape to complete the streamer.

You can make it even prettier by adding tissue paper flowers on top or decorating the rim with washi tape.

Give it a try!

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Shell ornament

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Shell ornament

The shell shape is perfect for summer and will definitely liven up Tanabata! How about making shell decorations with the kids? It’s an easy idea you can make with just one sheet of origami.

First, fold the origami paper in half, leave a few centimeters at the top, and make slits in the lower part.

If children are doing it, the teacher can draw guidelines beforehand.

When you finish cutting the slits, open it up, apply glue to the diagonal corners, and stick them together—that’s it! You can also enjoy arranging it by adding star shapes punched with a craft punch, or by using double-sided or glitter origami paper.

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Large 3D star ornament

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Large 3D star ornament

How about adding a large 3D star as an accent to your Tanabata decorations? Its three-dimensional look really pops, so the kids are sure to love it! The great thing about this craft is that you can make it without a template as long as you have origami or construction paper.

Fold the paper firmly to create crisp creases, then cut the tip into a triangle shape.

Open it up, neaten the creases, and it’s done! You can adjust the size, so be sure to make them with the kids and liven up your Tanabata celebration.

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shooting star

[Can be made with one sheet of origami] Cute shooting star origami – Origami Shooting Star Tanabata decoration

Let me introduce a cute shooting star you can make with just one sheet of origami paper! It’s perfect as a Tanabata decoration, so be sure to enjoy making it with children.

Use origami cut into a rectangle.

The steps for making the star part may be a bit challenging, so it’s best if the teacher provides support while doing it.

Finally, by cutting small slits with scissors and folding, you can create the shooting star effect.

Making them in various colors—yellow, pink, blue, green, and more—gives a fun, pop look!

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