Origami & Paper Crafts: Video Series

Making a paper globe requires finding a template online, tracing the template onto the paper of choice, cutting it out as precisely as possible and taping the two sides of the globe together, making it three-dimensional. Make a paper globe, which can be drawn on to look like a globe of Earth, with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a three-dimensional star out of paper requires folding six identical shapes, which lock together for a 3-D effect. Fold a three-dimensional with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper angel is simple using a pair of scissors and a paper plate, which is cut and folded in a way that creates a lovely table centerpiece. Create this paper angel to decorate any table with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper balloon is a process of folding origami paper in such a way that it leaves only a small hole on top, which can be blown through to inflate the balloon. Create a paper balloon with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

To make a battle ship out of paper, begin with a piece of perfectly square paper, make several folds and strong creases, and include two smoke pipes on the ship for a fun detail. See how to fold an origami battle ship with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

When making a paper bird, such as an origami crane, use colorful paper to make the final product look even better. Use precise folding techniques to create an origami bird with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper boats can be made by using a rectangular piece of paper and strong creases, and then pop open the final product to float it in water. Create paper boats with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper boomerang is best done using the stiff cardboard of a cereal box, and a template can be used to trace three identical shapes. Cut out a paper boomerang from a box with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper butterflies can be made in an origami style using a decorative, perfectly square piece of heavy-duty paper. Create strong folds and creases to make an origami butterfly with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a car out of paper can be done using two pieces of stiff card stock, like the backing of a cereal box, and a long strip of paper. Create a three-dimensional model of a car, drawing on all the details using a marker, with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

To make a paper CD case, use a 9-by-12-inch piece of paper, fold the paper around the CD, and tape the edges closed. Create an envelope specifically to hold CDs with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making paper envelopes is simple by folding a 9-by-12-inch piece of paper into thirds, folding in the edges, punching decorative shapes into the flap and taping the edges closed. Create decorative paper envelopes with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper footballs are made by folding a piece of paper into a long narrow strip, folding at a diagonal to get a small triangle and continuing to fold the paper to wrap the triangle completely. Create a paper football, which can be used for tabletop "field goals," with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper Frisbee can be done using eight pieces of small square paper, such as post-it notes, that are folded into triangles and linked together in a ring. Toss around a paper Frisbee with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper frogs can be made like origami using a piece of perfectly square paper and strong creases. Learn to make an origami frog, which can be made to jump as well, with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making paper hearts in an origami style is a great way to celebrate Valentine's Day, and it can be done using a perfectly square piece of paper. Create paper hearts to give as gifts with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

To make a jet out of a paper airplane, simply use a rectangular piece of paper, form a tradition paper airplane, and add a few extra touches to make it more streamlined. Turn a regular airplane into a fighter jet with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper rose is a complex process using a square piece of paper, folding a series of strong creases and gathering up the corners to form a bud-shaped origami piece. Create a paper rose, choosing a patterned paper to make it more interesting, with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

A six-pointed paper throwing star is a simple origami project that can be made using a perfectly square piece of colored paper. Create a six-pointed throwing star out of thick paper with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper snowflakes are a great way to decorate for the holidays, and they can be made simply by folding a square piece of paper into a triangle three or four times, cutting out small shapes from the folded edges of the paper and opening up the final product. Create various paper snowflakes with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making a paper spaceship is simple by using a standard rectangular piece of paper, creating strong creases and folds, and tucking in the corners of the paper. Create a paper spaceship, folding the fins in to jazz it up, with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Paper spinners can be made from any rectangular piece of paper, and they begin by folding the paper in half and forming a parallelogram shape. Create paper spinners with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.

Making geometric shapes out of paper is a great way to help kids learn geometry, and any shape can be created by folding and cutting paper. Teach children about geometric shapes with instructions from a former middle school art teacher in this free video on paper crafts.