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 (91–100)
rabbit
Let’s make a cute rabbit with origami! Fold the origami paper into a triangle, then fold up the bottom edge about 2 centimeters.
Fold the left and right corners up to meet, then tuck the tip diagonally inward to shape the rabbit’s ears.
Next, fold the left, right, and bottom corners inward to round out the rabbit’s face—and you’re done! Flip the origami over and draw the eyes and nose to finish it cutely.
It’s a great idea not only for children just starting origami, but also for projects or wall displays in April or September.
dog
Here’s a cute floppy-eared dog craft I recommend for anyone who loves pups! First, fold the origami paper in half twice into a square to make a cross-shaped crease, then unfold.
Fold the top section down so its edge lines up halfway between the top edge and the horizontal center crease, and fold the top left and right corners in to meet the horizontal center line.
Flip the paper over, fold the left and right edges in to meet the vertical center line, then fold the bottom edge up.
Turn it back to the front and you’ll see the dog’s ears and face—tuck the corners inward and adjust the shape to finish!
Rose Heart
An unbelievably high-quality rose heart made from a single sheet of origami! Not only can you see the petal pattern, but it also forms a three-dimensional shape that rises toward the center—this is the key feature of this method.
Because you shape it starting from a grid of fine creases both vertically and horizontally, the difficulty is a bit high.
However, many who’ve tried it say the sense of accomplishment is incredible! For those who enjoy detailed work and crafts, it’s a project well worth the challenge.
Give it a try!
Japanese bush warbler
Would you like to make a cute, plump bush warbler out of a single sheet of origami paper? First, crease along the diagonals, then fold one side so it lines up with the center line.
Open it once, then fold that side and the adjacent side so they both follow the center line, and open again.
Using the creases you’ve made, fold up the bottom corner, then open and squash-fold the small triangle formed in the center, and fold the tip back to make it smaller.
Next, fold the left and right edges to meet the vertical center line, then continue shaping it into a bush warbler.
Finish by adding eyes with stickers or a pen, and you’re done!
anemone
Let’s make a beautiful anemone with overlapping petal patterns using a single sheet of origami paper.
Once you’ve made creases along the diagonals and a cross, and also folded the four corners into the center to add those creases, you’re ready to begin.
Use those guide lines to add several diagonal creases, then fold the square inward toward the center to gradually shape the anemone.
You might think, “There are creases everywhere—it looks messy,” since you’ll fold and layer it many times, but those wrinkles can enhance the flower’s texture, so don’t worry and keep folding.