Simple origami that can be folded from a single sheet
Origami is a type of recreation that people of all ages—from young children to seniors—can enjoy together, and it’s fun whether you’re in a group or on your own.
You may not remember the very first origami you folded as a child, but in this article we’ll introduce ideas that are easy to fold and can be made with just one sheet of paper.
No cutting or gluing needed—these are all simple designs that you can complete with a single sheet of origami paper.
They’re perfect for kids trying origami for the first time, and also great as a warm-up for anyone who hasn’t folded in a while!
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Simple One-Sheet Origami (81–90)
How to fold a two-color heart
Let’s make a larger heart that can be displayed on a wall using two colors of origami paper! First, align the top and bottom edges of the paper and make a crease mark by pressing only the left edge.
Unfold the paper, then fold the bottom edge up to meet the mark and make another crease in the same way.
Next, fold the top edge down to align with the second mark you made.
Fold both sheets the same way, and on just one of them, fold the left corner up to meet the crease made by folding the top edge.
Stack and combine the two sheets, then fold the corners to shape the heart.
panda
Let’s make a black-and-white panda, the star of the zoo, using a single sheet of origami paper.
Fold the paper into a triangle, then fold the left and right corners up toward the top point.
Open the pocket so it forms a square, then fold the opening corner upward and open it, and continue folding along the lines step by step.
As you fold and make small cuts, round out the ears and face.
Draw in the parts like the eyes, nose, mouth, and cheeks to finish your panda! Using round stickers for the facial parts is also recommended.
It’s super cute to make pandas in various colors and display them together, so give it a try!
dolphin
Let me show you how to fold a cute dolphin from a single sheet of origami paper.
First, make two creases along the diagonals, then fold the paper into a triangle toward those creases.
Next, fold it into a diamond shape and form the head.
To create a rounded head, gradually soften the corners.
It’s easy to fold, but the shaping can bring out personal style, which makes this a fun origami project.
You could also fold some fish and stick them on a wall or window to create a lively aquarium scene.
Give it a try!
Daruma
Daruma dolls are also popular as New Year’s decorations.
Here’s an idea for making a daruma out of origami.
You can make it with just one sheet of paper, and the folding steps are very simple.
The key to getting a good result is to carefully make the initial crease lines.
Since you’ll fold along those creases, be sure to make them clearly so you don’t make mistakes.
Daruma are also popular as symbols for success in exams, so you could write “Pass” on the daruma and attach it to an ema plaque made of origami to give as a gift! As long as the creases are set, even kids can fold it, so everyone, give it a try!
envelope
You need an envelope but don’t have one on hand? Here’s a handy idea: make an envelope out of origami paper.
First, fold the paper into a triangle.
Then fold the left and right corners inward so they align with the base.
Make sure the corners overlap slightly at the center, and tuck one corner into the other.
If you’re worried it might come undone, secure it with glue or tape.
Next, fold down the top corner so the paper forms a rectangle, and tuck the front flap inside.
Your envelope is complete! Use your favorite origami paper to create your ideal envelope.