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Popular origami models made easy. Learn to make a variety of origami figures in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  1. Intermediate origami project. Learn how to fold an origami cat designed by Tomoko in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,719
  2. Origami project pops open when you press a button in the back. Learn how to fold an origami traditional camera in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 3,538
  3. Trick origami toy only tumbles from one side. Learn how to fold an origami tumbling toy in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 2,439
  4. Trick your friends with this origami toy. Learn how to fold an origami tumbling toy in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,319
  5. Origami cranes are symbol of longevity and good fortune. Learn how to fold an origami crane in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 2,238
  6. Fold 1000 paper cranes (sembazuru) and a wish will come true. Learn how to fold 1000 origami cranes in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 2,636
  7. Popular for Japanese weddings. Learn how to fold 1000 origami cranes in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,125
  8. Intermediate model of traditional Japanese crane. Learn how to fold an origami crane in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,512
  9. Intermediate model of traditional Japanese crane. Learn how to fold an origami crane in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  10. Intermediate model of traditional Japanese crane. Learn how to fold an origami crane in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  11. Origami flower based on frog base. Learn how to fold an origami iris in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  12. Origami flower based on frog base. Learn how to fold an origami iris in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  13. Tuck origami iris triangles instead of folding them. Learn how to fold an origami iris in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  14. Tuck origami iris triangles instead of folding them. Learn how to fold an origami iris in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 806
  15. Traditional origami keepsake box with four compartments. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Masu in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 3,872
  16. Traditional origami keepsake box with four compartments. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Masu in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,272
  17. Traditional origami keepsake box with four compartments. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Masu in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,354
  18. Traditional origami keepsake box with four compartments. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Masu in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,659
  19. Traditional origami box with reinforced sides. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Fuse in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

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  20. Traditional origami box with reinforced sides. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Fuse in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,635
  21. Traditional origami box with reinforced sides. Learn how to fold an origami box designed by Fuse in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 1,510
  22. Intermediate origami project. Learn how to fold an origami Cat designed by Tomoko in this free origami lesson from an origami expert.

    Views: 2,116
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Origami, a form of visual art defined by the folding of paper, originated in Japan in the 1600s. Since then, this ancient art has become a popular hobby for many around the globe. Origami has been popular in the United States and England since the early 1900s. It has always been regarded as a complicated and delicate art form, but our expert will teach you step-by-step how to fold origami in such a way that it is easily accessible to beginners.

Looking for a fun art project to do alone or with your kids but don't want to spend a lot of money on expensive art supplies or make a mess with markers and paints? Why not try origami? This fun and easy Japanese art is perfect for children because it teaches them to use their fine motor skills and produces something they can be proud of.

In this free video series, our expert will show you how to make a variety of traditional origami forms, from a crane, a cat and several variations of an iris flower to two different kinds of keepsake boxes. You will also learn how to make a chain of origami cranes, considered good luck at Japanese weddings.

 
About the Presenter

Justina Danielson Justina Danielson has been doing origami since she was a child. She learned through demonstrations from her mother. Her interest kept her flipping through origami books and learning new models. It eventually led her to start a business selling her origami creations in shows and shops as well as though her website: www.justbeautifulorigami.com. She is a member of Origami USA and is one of the founders of a regional group of the New York Capital Region Origami Society.dkdk

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