Turtle

A Shellebration of Turtley Amazing Origami Turtles and Tortoises

Just as there’s a huge variety of different species of turtles and tortoises in real life there’s also a very diverse variety of origami ones too. First up is Satoshi Kamiya’s awesome loggerhead turtle. The pattern on the back of the shell is fantastic. Loggerhead Sea Turtle, Designed by Satoshi Kamiya and Folded by P. Colman…

Sailfish

Dolphinitely Some of the Best Origami Sea Creatures I’ve Seen!

We’ve covered origami fish as well as crabs before and in this post we’re going to be taking a look at all kinds of different sea creatures and animals found in the water. There’s a lot of cool stuff here starting with these awesome eels. This is one of the coolest looking designs I’ve seen….

Frog

Toadly Awesome, Un-Frog-Gettable and Quite Ribbitting Origami Frogs

I’ve been toad that I wasn’t using enough puns on this post titles so here’s a whole bunch. This post is all about origami frogs and possibly some toads as well. I just learned that Flickr has an option to embed Flickr photos on websites. In previous posts I’ve been saving the images, resizing them,…

Dancing Crane

24 Beautiful Migratory Origami Birds for the #OrigamiMigration

The World Wildlife Fund in Spain is currently running an origami challenge in order to help protect migratory birds in Spain. Doñana National Park in Spain is one of the most important sites for migratory birds in all of Europe. Every year six million birds visit this park and they rely on its wetland to…

Koi

You Should Definitely Give a Carp about these Beautiful Origami Koi

I’ve always been a fan of origami koi. There are only a few major koi designs but they’re always great and the koi people fold are always really beautiful. Often people use really great paper or make collections of rainbow coloured koi and do lots of other neat things with them. Our first image is…

Lizard

Iguana Fold these 28 Awesome Origami Lizards

There are a lot of really awesome origami lizards out there including one of my all time favourite origami models, Gen Hagiwara’s Frilled Neck Lizard. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to fold it. This post is a collection of the best origami lizards (not including snakes, that’ll be another post) that I’ve seen. You’ll also…

Hummingbird

I’m Talon You that all these Origami Birds are Fantastic

Just like in real life there’s a huge and diverse amount of origami birds from all kinds of different species. This post has an assortment of different origami birds from all kinds of species and designers. Satoshi Kamiya’s rooster is probably the most famous paper rooster out there and it looks excellent. Rooster, Designed by Satoshi…

Owl

If You Give a Hoot about Origami then Check Out these Owls

There are definitely a ton of different origami birds out there but since starting this site I’ve been surprised to learn that there’s also a very large amount of different origami owl models and some of them are pretty incredible. This first owl is a pretty simple design but nevertheless it does look pretty fantastic….

Crab

26 Great Origami Models for When You’re Feeling a Bit Crabby

I’ve always thought origami crabs looked pretty cool. With their multiple legs, arms and claws they always look very impressive and difficult to fold although that’s not always the case which is awesome. This post will focus completely on different kinds of origami crabs because believe it or not there actually a ton of different…

African Hippo

Origami Safari: 26 Beautiful African Animals Made Out of Paper

Animals are probably the most common thing that people fold out of paper. Rather than just making posts featuring random origami animals I’m going to try to group them together into themes. This post will focus on African animals such as elephants, lions, giraffes and more. There’s a lot of awesome looking origami here so lets…

2016 Monkeys

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2016 with these Origami Monkeys

Happy Chinese New Year everyone!  This year is the year of the monkey and what better way to celebrate than by making origami monkeys! A lot of origami artists have folded different origami monkeys and here are some of the best ones I’ve seen starting with this monkey photographed in the wild by Folded Wilderness….

origami whales
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How to Fold an Easy Origami Whale

Today, we’re folding a traditional origami whale, a majestic sea creature. It’s a very easy model that is perfect for beginners. In this step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to fold a fish base and make a paper whale in less than 5 minutes. Whether you’re a fan of marine life or seeking a relaxing…

traditional origami turtle
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How to Fold an Easy Origami Turtle

Create a cute, 3-D-shaped origami turtle with these easy-to-follow instructions. This model is great for practicing the swivel and pleat folds while still being accessible to beginners. If you’re new to paper folding, have a look at our Beginner’s Guide, which will teach you all the basic folds and techniques. Traditional Origami Turtle Step-by-Step Instructions…

origami snake
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How to Fold an Origami Snake

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with this charming origami snake designed by Oriol Esteve! Named the “Zodiac Snake,” this easy-to-follow model is perfect if you’re ready to try something a bit more sophisticated without feeling overwhelmed. What makes this model particularly appealing is its accessibility. The clear folding sequence makes each step straightforward while…

origami rabbits
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How to Fold an Easy Origami Rabbit

Looking for a fun and creative way to enjoy spring and renewal? Let’s learn how to craft this cute origami rabbit, a symbol of cleverness, agility, and good fortune in Japanese culture. The origami bunny isn’t just an interesting project for Easter. It also connects with Japanese folklore, especially during the Tsukimi (Moon Viewing festival),…

origami penguins
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How to Fold a Very Easy Origami Penguin

Let’s fold an origami penguin, a playful and creative project perfect for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re decorating for a seasonal display, a themed party, or simply engaging in a calming craft, our step-by-step guide will help you bring this charming creature to life. This traditional model is great for beginners and can be…

origami owls
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How to Fold a Traditional Origami Owl

Are you ready for a fun and slightly more challenging origami project? With each fold, you’ll bring a fascinating creature to life, capturing its wisdom and quiet beauty. The traditional origami owl offers an interesting way to practice your folding (and cutting) skills. Don’t worry if this model seems a bit trickier. We’ll guide you…