Make a smile. Give a Smile. Receive a Smile. A model design of Leyla Torres Folding Mona Lisa’s smile brings me joy. Such a precious fleeting treasure helps us through the rough spots of the day. We are lucky, you and I, to have the gift of origami. Unending creative challenges and a community to … Read more
A model design of Román Diáz Román Díaz generously granted permission to present this puma as a video tutorial in the Origami Spirit membership. This was a live demonstration that took place instead of his scheduled interview which had to be postponed at the last minute.Would you like to learn how to fold this model … Read more
Have you ever wondered how creators begin designing their own origami models? Origami offers many ways to be creative. These include interpreting and folding someone else’s figure, finding different ways to showcase our figures, or teaching origami in new ways. But many people who love origami at some point puzzled over how origami figures are … Read more
Many people ask me: “What should I do with my collection of origami stars?” In the video below, you can see an easy and fun way to display this collection of paper stars as a decoration for the holidays. Are you into origami stars? Make a wreath! Additionally, in this post you can find fourteen … Read more
Adaptations by Leyla Torres of a traditional origami model design. Do you like to fold plants, flowers, and trees? You’re in luck! Here at Origami Spirit, we feature such origami models and we’re sure you’ll enjoy what you find on the site. This adaptation of a traditional Christmas tree is easy to fold and can … Read more
A model design of Leyla Torres Do you like to fold plants, flowers, and trees? Would you like to learn how to fold this model? In the two videos of the Puffy Pine Tree, you will find a variation on the basic model that will make your tree appear more rounded. It also includes directions … Read more