Here at Paper Kawaii you’ll find origami instructions, diagrams, photo & video tutorials. Learn how to make cute origami boxes, envelopes, flowers, books, bows, hearts, animals, stars, & more. ♥
About Paper Kawaii
This website has been created so that I can teach you how to make origami – the Japanese art of paper folding. The word Origami is a Japanese word – 折り, which is the combination of the words Ori 折り – to fold and Kami 紙 – which means paper.
As well as some traditional models, I try my best to make tutorials for more unique and original designs. Coming up with new origami designs is something I really enjoy doing in my spare time!
My origami instructions are often video tutorials, because I find that it is the easiest way to learn origami and for me to teach it to you. You will find lots of tutorials on how to make paper boxes, bows, envelopes, mini books, flowers, butterflies, Japanese characters like Totoro and Hello Kitty, there are simple instructions for beginners and challenging designs for advanced folders too.
If you would like to know more about me, you can check out the about page here. I run a youtube channel, called Paper Kawaii that has all of my video tutorials on it, check that out here and don’t forget to subscribe to my newsletter.
Christmas Origami
Origami Christmas Tree Envelope Tutorial & Gift Book
December 18, 2019
These easy origami envelopes or pockets are perfect to write Xmas messages or give money, gift cards or even tea. No glue required.
Origami Christmas Tree Tutorial - Accordion Folding
December 3, 2019
How to fold a 3D origami Christmas tree. This origami tree sits inside a pot, decorate with a star on top or other kinds of Xmas decorations.
Easy Paper Bow Tutorial
December 23, 2018
An easy paper bow from paper strips. Decorate many different DIY craft or origami projects with this ribbon. Only takes a few minutes to make.
Origami Compass Star Tato Variation Tutorial
December 19, 2018
Make a pretty origami compass star tato. This is a variation of the traditional origami 8 point star tato. Made from 1 sheet of square paper.
Origami 8 Point Star Tato Tutorial
December 19, 2018
An origami octagonal tato with an 8 point star design on the front. These origami star tatos look great as hanging decorations or coasters.
Origami Santa's Sleigh Tutorial
December 13, 2018
Follow this tutorial to learn how to make an easy origami Santa's sleigh for Christmas. This origami sled is very easy to make using 2 sheets.
Simple Origami Christmas Tree Tutorial
December 12, 2018
Learn how to fold a simple origami Christmas tree with a star to decorate the top. This origami Christmas tree is the easiest to make.
Origami Present Gift Box Tutorial
December 6, 2018
Make an origami present box that opens at the top. This origami box is made with one sheet of square paper, no glue or cutting is needed.
Cute Mini Origami Presents Tutorial
December 6, 2018
Learn how to make some mini origami presents. These easy presents can be made at any size, but they look super cute when they are miniature.
Origami Symmetrical Shuriken Star Tutorial
December 6, 2018
An origami ninja star that has straight points instead of slanted. This easy modular origami star is made from 2 sheets of square paper.
Origami Reindeer Tutorial - Make A Paper Rudolf
December 4, 2018
Fold an origami reindeer. This origami reindeer is made from a single sheet of paper, no glue or cutting, add a red nose to make a Rudolf.
DIY Origami Advent Calendar Box Tutorial
December 2, 2018
This origami advent calendar box is the perfect gift to make this Christmas. These origami drawers in an origami frame with 12 drawers.
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Origami Diamond Divider Box Tutorial - 5 Sections
August 27, 2021
An origami box with 5 sections. The diamond divider box is a box fitted with 4 gem shaped boxes and a square in the middle. No glue required.
Mini Origami Pot Plants Tutorial - Make Paper Houseplants
May 22, 2021
Learn how to make a mini origami pot plant with this step by step tutorial. Miniature origami houseplants make great desk decor & gifts.
Geometric Origami Pot / Box Tutorial - Verdi's Vase Variation
May 16, 2021
In this tutorial you can learn how to make a pretty geometric origami pot or box. This unique popup box is make from 1 sheet of square paper, no glue or scissors required…
Origami Accordion Easter Egg Tutorial
March 27, 2020
These origami easter eggs are made using accordion folds. These origami eggs are a nice springtime ornament, hang them up as decorations.
Origami Christmas Tree Envelope Tutorial & Gift Book
December 18, 2019
These easy origami envelopes or pockets are perfect to write Xmas messages or give money, gift cards or even tea. No glue required.
The Super Cute Book Of Kawaii by Marceline Smith Review
December 17, 2019
What's in The Super Cute Book Of Kawaii? Find out how you can incorporate kawaii into your life with this adorable handbook on all things cute.
Origami Christmas Tree Tutorial - Accordion Folding
December 3, 2019
How to fold a 3D origami Christmas tree. This origami tree sits inside a pot, decorate with a star on top or other kinds of Xmas decorations.
Origami Pumpkin Box Tutorial
October 20, 2019
Make an origami pumpkin box. This Halloween gift box is perfect to put your candy corns in. Made from just 2 sheets of square paper.
2 Sided Origami Pinwheel Tutorial
August 18, 2019
How to make a special origami pinwheel with a pinwheel on both sides. It will spin in both directions. Made from 1 sheet of square paper.
Origami Stacking Spice Boxes Tutorial
August 15, 2019
Learn how to make a set of stackable origami boxes. These square origami boxes are made from 1 sheet of paper, no glue is required.
Origami Honeycomb Box Tutorial - Round Divider
July 7, 2019
An origami honeycomb box. Use this 7 to 9 section round origami organiser box to display jewellery, stationery or makeup. No glue required.
Octagonal Origami Gift Box Tutorial
June 28, 2019
Learn how to make an 8 sided octagonal origami gift box with star lid. Both the lid and box are made with 1 sheet of paper, no glue required.
Origami Hexagonal Gift Box Tutorial
June 20, 2019
Learn how to make a 6 sided origami hexagonal gift box. Using 1 sheet of paper for each the box & lid, customise the top of the lid.
Rectangular Origami Box Divider Tutorial - 3 Versions
June 15, 2019
Learn how to fold 3 versions of this rectangular origami box divider. Make a divider with 4, 6 or 14 sections. No glue required.
Origami Easter Egg Gift Box Tutorial
April 18, 2019
Learn how to fold an origami box in the shape of an egg. This openable origami egg is a great gift box at Easter. Each box made with 1 sheet.
Origami Egg Tutorial for Easter
April 18, 2019
Make a pretty origami egg decoration for Easter. This origami egg is made with just one sheet of square paper, no glue or cuts required.
Kawaii Origami – Super Cute Origami Projects For Easy Folding Fun
April 2, 2019
I'm pleased to present my first origami book - 'Kawaii Origami', which includes over 25 cute origami projects ranging from easy to advanced.
Origami Long Tray Tutorial - Box With Handles
March 22, 2019
A long origami tray to keep pens, pencils or other items. This long origami box has handles on either side. It's easy & no glue is needed.
Origami Pokeball Box Tutorial
March 17, 2019
An origami box that looks like a Pokeball on top. This octagonal origami gift box and lid is perfect for Pokemon and Pokemon Go fans.
Magic Origami Spring Toy Tutorial - Salman Ebrahimi
March 6, 2019
Learn how to make a fun magic origami spring toy. This accordion type origami gadget is addictive to play with, impress your friends!
Mini Origami Succulent Plants Tutorial
February 25, 2019
Learn how to make an origami succulent. Origami plants make perfect gifts, your friends will love them. No cutting or glue required.
