Fold a Flapping Bird with Recycled Paper -Which is Best?

Say YES to a Simple Joy! Say YES to Play! The origami Flapping Bird is a classical origami figure which is easy to make and a great source of joy. People of all ages always enjoy receiving this origami bird and experiencing the magic of pulling its tail to have its wings flap. All you … Read more

An Eco-Friendly Box Made of Recycled Material

plastic box made of recycled coke bottle with origami lucky stars inside

When my friend Tricia Tait attended an origami convention in Brazil, she learned to make the box in the photograph. It is made from a coke bottle cut in a half. It could be used for many purposes, but for the paper folders, it is a perfect container to carry and protect small models. Here … Read more

Ten Benefits of Origami -Try it Today!

Ready to try origami? Here is what you find within Origami Spirit Go ahead, fold something today, and show it to us HERE Do you have more reasons why to practice origami? Please share them here.

Reuse Tissue Paper to Make Origami Mushrooms

As a Christmas gift, we received a box of oranges from an old family friend. Each orange was wrapped in a square of white tissue paper, featuring a green circular design with red type in the center. Oranges are my favorite fruit, but looking at the contents of the box, I couldn’t decide if I … Read more

Steps to Make a Container Out of a Coke Bottle

Designer Unknown This box is very convenient to carry and protect small origami models. To make this box used bottle of coca-cola. This bottle comes in versions 16 or 20 oz. The two types of packaging used. To make the box: Wash the bottle. Cut the bottle in half just below the label. Discard the … Read more