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Welcome to Origami Spirit!

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Paper folding has an extraordinary power—it connects people across generations through creativity, patience, and the simple joy of making something beautiful with your hands.

This is your place if you’re:

A parent or grandparent seeking meaningful activities that create lasting memories
An educator using origami to spark creativity while teaching math, language arts, and following instructions
Someone who loves hands-on challenges and the meditative art of paper folding
Anyone looking to quiet their mind, reduce anxiety, or find a peaceful break from the demands of daily life or digital overwhelm

How to Get Started with Origami Spirit

Learn at Your Own Pace. Browse our extensive library of easy-to-follow origami video tutorials designed for folders of every skill level.
New to Origami? Take our FREE origami Minicourse to build your foundation with confidence.
Fold Together. Join our Live Online Folding Sessions throughout the year. Sign up here to receive FREE invitations in your inbox.
Connect with Fellow Folders. Share your creations and get inspired in our join our Origami Spirit Facebook Group.
Go Deeper. Ready for an extended origami journey? Join Origamigos, our membership community for dedicated paper folders.

We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to send us a note with questions, comments or wishes for possible origami video instructions.

Crease Create Celebrate! January 20, 2026

Here is your opportunity to Crease, Create, Celebrate! For your creative inspiration, every week we bring you One, Two, and Three…
• One inspirational thought to spark your imagination.
• Two origami tutorials to fold and enjoy.
• Three playful creative prompts for your own explorations at the folding table.
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Crease Create Celebrate! January 13, 2026

Here is your opportunity to Crease, Create, Celebrate! For your creative inspiration, every week we bring you One, Two, and Three… Click HERE to sign up and receive this FREE weekly dose of creative inspiration in your inbox. Here are this week’s three: ONE INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT “One of the few things I know about writing is … Read more

Julie Juniper –Origami Secrets Shared by a Creator and Teacher

Julie Juniper’s origami collection showcases remarkable diversity and technical skill. Her designs feature a menagerie of animals such as a rooster, an alligator, a vulture, a rhinoceros, a camel, a peacock, a skunk, and a rabbit. Each piece demonstrates her mastery of transforming simple paper into expressive forms with a distinctive personality.

Crease Create Celebrate! January 6, 2026

Here is your opportunity to Crease, Create, Celebrate! For your creative inspiration, every week we bring you One, Two, and Three… Click HERE to sign up and receive this FREE weekly dose of creative inspiration in your inbox. Here are this week’s three: ONE INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT “The advice I like to give young artists, or really … Read more

Highland Coo Origami: A Charming Scottish Paper Craft Tutorial

Meet the cutest Highland Coo, an easy-to-make origami design created by Linda Macfarlane that captures the whimsical spirit of Scotland’s iconic shaggy cattle. This delightful paper-folding animal is perfect for origami enthusiasts of all skill levels, from beginners looking for their next fun challenge to experienced folders seeking a quick and rewarding creation.

Creative Origami Prompts • December 2025 • WINTER

We’re thrilled to invite you to participate in the OrigamiSpirit challenge throughout November 2025. This month, we’re celebrating the theme of AIR. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned folder, this is your chance to explore, create, and share.