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A model design of Leyla Torres & Julio Salcedo How to fold Corazón and Corbatín, Heart and Bowtie Origami Bookmarks This tutorial guides you through folding two unique origami bookmarks: the Heart (Corazón) and Bowtie (Corbatín). I’m thrilled to present these elegant yet simple bookmarks, which introduce you to the “Close Sink” technique—a fold that … Read more
Discover the joy of paper folding with two stunning traditional origami models that are surprisingly easy to make! The Four-Petal Box and Lotus Flower origami designs share the same foundational base, creating a perfect harmony when folded together. When made with the same size paper, the lotus nest perfectly inside the box like a flower blooming from its container.
Whether you’re new to origami or looking for a delightful paper craft project, you will enjoy the video tutorial below. Making these models will bring elegance and functionality to your creative repertoire. Take a look and enjoy!
Gay Merril Gross (1953 – 2025) gave me a very warm welcome at my first origami convention in 1994. Her kindness and enthusiasm made me feel immediately at home in the origami community, and I will always treasure that memory. Gay was generous in teaching and sharing her charming, whimsical models. Her creativity was boundless, … Read more
Designed by Fabrizio Pianosi • Demonstrated by Leyla Torres This charming Origami Santa Bookmark (designed by Fabrizio Pianosi) joins a group of origami figures for the holidays presented on other Origami Spirit posts. If you folded the easy Origami Owl Bookmark, you will love this bookmark too! Here is the video tutorial on how to make this … Read more
This origami owl bookmark (Fabrizio Pianosi) is the perfect example of easy origami. Once you get the hang of it, it will take you about six minutes to make it!
This origami three-scoop ice cream cone will delight your friends and family. You can make this cone with only one square piece of paper, and the resulting cone is fantastic! Just like these origami fortune cookies, the cone is gluten-free and has no sugar, carbs, or calories. What can be healthier than that?
Click for an easy step-by-step video tutorial.