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Irresistibly fun to make! Simple mushroom origami ideas you can enjoy with kids

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Autumn is the season for mushrooms, isn’t it? In this article, we’ll introduce mushroom crafts you can make with origami that you can enjoy together with your kids.

From simple designs to 3D creations and all kinds of mushroom varieties, there’s a wide selection to choose from! We’ve also gathered pieces you can use as practical items, like chopstick rests and frames.

They’re perfect for seasonal decorations or gifts.

These are all ideas you can have fun trying, so be sure to include them in your autumn craft time!

Irresistibly fun to make! Easy mushroom origami ideas (21–30) you can enjoy with kids

Nameko Cultivation Kit: Nameko

Origami: Super easy “Nameko” that even kids can fold!

Nameko Cultivation Kit: Nameko

Let’s make the nameko mushroom from the game “Nameko Cultivation Kit” with origami.

First, prepare one sheet of origami paper and make firm creases.

Fold along the creases, but be careful not to overlap the legs; adjust the balance as you go.

If you fold the stem a bit thicker, it will give the nameko a nice round look.

Once you’ve shaped the whole figure, draw the eyes and mouth with a felt-tip pen to finish.

Try making this distinctive nameko—and have fun creating different varieties by adjusting the shapes!

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Mushrooms decorated with round stickers

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Mushrooms decorated with round stickers

When you think of mushroom cap patterns, do round spots come to mind? The mushrooms that appear in games and anime often have round spots, too.

Let’s try making a mushroom with classic round spots by sticking circular stickers onto the cap of an origami mushroom you’ve folded.

If you want a larger mushroom, try making the cap and the stem with separate sheets of origami paper.

For a palm-sized mushroom, you can make it with just one sheet.

Mushrooms come in many shapes, so fold whichever shape you like.

Sticking on the round stickers is a step that kids are likely to enjoy as well.

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Mushroom-kun with arms and legs

[Autumn Origami] How to fold a little mushroom with arms and legs (with voice-over) ☆ How to make cute mushrooms out of paper / Tatsukuri

Mushroom-kun with arms and legs

Let me introduce Mushroom-kun with arms and legs, whose cap can be removed.

Prepare one sheet of patterned origami and one sheet of plain origami, and let’s make it.

For the body, create crease lines with your fingertips, fold the left and right sides toward the center, then fold the top and bottom edges to meet at the center.

Unfold the top section, then open it from the middle and fold along diagonal creases.

The key is to fold firmly all the way to the corners, aligning with the center so nothing shifts.

Fold the bottom section the same way.

For the arms and legs, fold evenly while checking the left-right balance.

For the cap that becomes the hat, take the plain origami, fold it in half, then fold the left and right edges in half at right angles.

Once the cap is complete, place it on the body as the mushroom’s hat—it looks super cute!

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Easy mushroom made from a single sheet of origami

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Easy mushroom made from a single sheet of origami

Here’s a simple one-sheet origami mushroom that builds children’s sense of accomplishment and confidence.

Fold the left and right sides toward the center crease of the paper.

Open along the creases, then gently puff and fold to form the mushroom cap into a triangle.

After creating the stem, fold the corners in slightly to round them, adjust the balance, and you’re done.

For the mushroom’s spots, using round stickers is also recommended.

Enjoy autumn by making your own original mushrooms!

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Shiitake mushrooms with decorative cuts

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Shiitake mushrooms with decorative cuts

We’d like to introduce an origami shiitake mushroom with decorative cuts that will make your dishes look even more vibrant.

Fold a triangle twice, then fold four corners toward the center.

Open it up to create crease lines, and fold all the tip corners to meet those creases.

To form the pattern of decorative cuts, fold inward while leaving small gaps; this helps keep the shape neat.

Flip the paper over, fold the corners toward the center, and add gentle curves to finish.

A shiitake with decorative knife cuts is the perfect ingredient for boosting your appetite in autumn.

Make it with origami and enjoy the season to the fullest.

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In conclusion

We introduced various origami mushroom creations.

From simple pieces to three-dimensional works, there were many different shapes of mushrooms.

Origami is an easy craft you can enjoy with children, so why not try making your favorite mushroom design to match the autumn season? You can also use the finished pieces as decorations on your dining table or around your home.