Origami Animals

Origami Animals

On this page you will find all of our origami animal models. Origami animals make a great gift at any time of the year for many occasions.

Your friends and family will really appreciate a handmade origami animal they can display at home. Instead of a store-bought trinket, handmade origami gifts show dedication and thoughtfulness.

Please chose from the origami animal tutorials below. You will find birds, cats, bunny rabbits, fish, frogs, mice, elephants, horses and more.

All Origami Animals

Choose which of our Origami Animals you'd like to make.

Origami Reindeer Tutorial - Make A Paper Rudolf via @paper_kawaii
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.
Origami Batty Bat For Halloween Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Origami Batty Bat For Halloween Tutorial
October 24, 2018
How to make an origami bat. Use these origami bats for Halloween decorations. This step by step tutorial uses 1 sheet of square paper.
Origami Crane Tutorial - Traditional Origami Tsuru via @paper_kawaii
Origami Crane Tutorial - Traditional Origami Tsuru
March 26, 2018
Learn how to fold a traditional origami crane or "Tsuru". This iconic origami crane is easy to make with one sheet of paper.
Origami Mandarin Bird Tutorial - Simon Andersen via @paper_kawaii
Origami Mandarin Bird Tutorial - Simon Andersen
December 8, 2017
How to fold an origami mandarin bird designed by Simon Andersen. These birds can perch or hang about as decorations all year round.
Easy Origami Napkin Swan Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Easy Origami Napkin Swan Tutorial
August 30, 2017
Learn how to make a swan using a paper or cloth napkin. This origami swan won't flop over like others. Make a whole family of paper swans.
Origami Mouse Tutorial
Origami Mouse Tutorial
July 4, 2017
Make a cute origami mouse. These origami mice have different poses - sitting up or flat. They are quite three dimensional and easy to make.
Origami Elephant Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Origami Elephant Tutorial
June 3, 2017
Learn how to make a little Origami Elephant. This origami elephant is made with 1 sheet of square paper. You can make a family of elephants.
Origami Unicorn Tutorial
Origami Unicorn Tutorial
May 11, 2017
How to make an Origami Unicorn! This little origami unicorn is made with 2 sheets of square paper. Stands up & looks good on both sides.
Origami Horse Tutorial - Version 2 - Origami Pony via @paper_kawaii
Origami Horse Tutorial - Version 2 - Origami Pony
May 7, 2017
Make a cute Origami Pony. This is the 2nd version of my Origami Horse. The main and tail are one colour, the rest is the other colour.
Origami Horse Tutorial - Cute Origami Pony via @paper_kawaii
Origami Horse Tutorial - Cute Origami Pony
May 7, 2017
Learn how to fold a pretty little origami horse that stands up and has a two-coloured effect, using one sheet of square paper. This origami pony will keep you company on…
Easy Origami Crow or Raven Tutorial Video via @paper_kawaii
Easy Origami Crow or Raven Tutorial Video
October 14, 2016
Learn how to make a simple origami crow or raven. This origami bird is perfect for Halloween and can perch on ledges and objects.
Origami Snail Tutorial & Quick Overview of "The Origami Garden" by Ioana Stoian via @paper_kawaii
Origami Snail Tutorial & Quick Overview of "The Origami Garden" by Ioana Stoian
May 19, 2016
Learn how to make a cute little origami snail designed by Eric Gjerde, from Ioana Stoian's book "The Origami Garden".
Easy Origami Fox - Video Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Easy Origami Fox - Video Tutorial
December 31, 2015
Learn how to make an easy origami fox from one sheet of square paper, then you can draw on a cute face.
Origami Bunny Rabbit Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Origami Bunny Rabbit Tutorial
April 3, 2015
Learn how to fold a cute 3 dimensional bunny for easter. These pretty rabbits stand up and would make great table decorations and gifts.
Origami Sheep Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Origami Sheep Tutorial
February 15, 2015
Learn how to fold a cute origami sheep, goat or lamb. This model will stand up and is quite 3D, makes a great gift.
Origami Butterfly Tutorial - 3 Variations via @paper_kawaii
Origami Butterfly Tutorial - 3 Variations
January 22, 2015
Learn how to fold a pretty origami butterfly with 3 or more wing variations. Easy to follow video tutorial.
Hanging Origami Bat For Halloween via @paper_kawaii
Hanging Origami Bat For Halloween
October 11, 2014
Learn how to fold cute hanging Halloween bat. You'll need 1 piece of black or dark paper for this origami model.
Modular Origami Cat Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Modular Origami Cat Tutorial
October 8, 2014
Learn how to make a cute origami cat. You'll need 3 pieces of paper for this modular model.
Origami Bunny Rabbit Tutorial via @paper_kawaii
Origami Bunny Rabbit Tutorial
April 9, 2014
Learn how to fold a cute Origami Bunny Rabbit. The rabbits are quite three-dimensional and stand up. A great Easter origami model.
Video Tutorial - Origami Bunny Rabbit Envelopes via @paper_kawaii
Video Tutorial - Origami Bunny Rabbit Envelopes
March 13, 2012
Learn how to make these quick and simple origami bunny rabbit envelopes, just in time for Easter.
Origami Crane and Variations via @paper_kawaii
Origami Crane and Variations
April 29, 2011
Learn how to make eight different variations of the traditional origami crane! Download diagrams and watch video tutorials...

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