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Origami Basics

by Kathryn Hatter

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Enjoy the quiet craft of folding paper. Origami has delighted and entertained people for countless years. Learn the basics of origami from these talented eHow experts and then choose a project to create.

  • About Origami

    Origami is the classical Japanese art of folding paper into sculptures. The intricate and delicate paper sculptures are tiny works of art that can be created from a simple Read More

  • Origami History

    The art of origami has a rich history and is full of tradition. Learn all about the history and details of of origami and origami folding instructions called diagrams from Read More

  • How to Find Origami Patterns

    Libraries are great places to find origami books and books on art. Find origami paper folding patterns with tips from a graphic artist in this free video on Japanese origami. Read More

  • Basic Origami Folds

    Easy origami instructions for basic origami folds in this free how-to video clip lesson. Read More

  • How to Make an Origami Airplane

    Learn to make an origami airplane with instructions from a professional artist in this free video on easy origami projects. Read More

  • How to Make an Origami Pinwheel

    Learn to make an origami pinwheel with instructions from a professional artist in this free video on easy origami projects. Read More

  • How to Make Origami Paper

    Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is an inexpensive and interesting pastime. Nearly any shape or creature can be made with just a few simple folds. You don't need Read More

  • About Origami Swans

    Swans are among the most popular forms created in folded paper art of origami. Origami swans are especially popular as decorations at weddings and anniversary parties, Read More

  • How to Make an Origami Swan

    An origami swan can be a great project for novices because of its relatively basic structure. Hone your origami skills with these directions - just don't expect your swan Read More

  • About Origami Flowers

    From ancient China to modern-day Western civilizations, origami flowers have brightened many households and engross many arts and crafts hobbyists. All an artist needs is Read More

  • Origami Flower

    To make an origami flower, you will need a glue stick and a cocktail toothpick. Learn how to fold an origami flower in this free paper crafts lesson from an origami expert. Read More

  • The Origami Dove: Part 1

    A dove is a simple origami model that is fun to create anywhere. Learn tips from an origami expert on how to begin folding this model in this free video clip. Read More

  • The Origami Dove: Part 2

    A dove is a simple origami model that is fun to create anywhere. Learn tips from an origami expert on how to finish folding this model in this free video clip. Read More

  • About Origami Sailboats

    The word origami literally translates to "folding" (oru) "paper" (kami). This intricate, beautiful, ancient art of folding paper into artwork has provided amusement and a Read More

  • Valentine Origami Ideas

    A wide range of creations can be made using origami, the art of paper folding. Many lend themselves to Valentine's Day, so you can create a whole tableau of paper gifts, Read More

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