Do you speak the language of origami? Even if you’re not yet fluent you’re always welcome to join a conversation. You can teach yourself how to ‘speak’ this beautiful language by following some of the easy origami video tutorials featured here in Origami Spirit! Origami is ‘spoken’ all over the world, and is a language … Read more
I just came from my paper garden with a container full of delicious fruit! This is a perfect example of how a small transformation applied to an existing model creates a new one. David Donahue studied a small bell decoration* designed by Paul Jackson, and, by devising small flaps that show the other side of the … Read more
Traditional Origami Box Variation… This container is a variation of a traditional origami box. The modification consists of making some folds slanted, instead of parallel, to a central line. But be careful! Making origami boxes can become addictive, especially when we find beautiful papers to experiment with. Here is a video demonstrating how to make … Read more
Visit Origami Spirit Youtube channel and watch this 2-minute video for a FREE chance to win this original photograph by Leyla Torres, signed and printed on archival paper. Deadline April 18, 2012. April 18 update: The winner was Kristin B. from Massachusetts. Congratulations! ——- Draw conducted via Random.orgEntrants can verify their participation by entering their youtube … Read more
No long ago I featured an origami rabbit lantern on Origami Spirit that may also serve as a basket. Around Easter, many beginning folders contact me because they were having difficulty with one step or another when folding this model, and they asked for clarifications. I’ve requested and received permission from Mr. Jacky Chan (Hong … Read more
A Bunny Box or Rabbit Box… I have made all kinds of origami animals. I love love love animals that are simple to make and have that special look. You know what I mean. Right? Today I spent the day completely absorbed in creating this Easter origami rabbit box and making a video on how … Read more