EVENT Calendar: January 2025
Mark your calendar for these coming events, new tutorials, treats and treasures. If you miss a scheduled live session it will be posted on the MONTHLY EVENTS PAGE for later access. …READ MORE HERE…
Video Tutorial – Origami Helicopter
This whimsical origami helicopter is an action model designed by Federico Scalambra (Italy).
The design cleverly captures the essence of a helicopter while maintaining the clean, geometric aesthetic that origami is known for.
What makes this model particularly special is its interactive nature – the rotor blades can spin when gently blown upon, transforming the static paper creation into a delightful kinetic toy. …READ MORE HERE…
January 2025 Prompts – Beginnings
Beginnings can be grand moments or small starts. Both the magnificent and seemingly insignificant weave into the fabric of our lives carrying the potential for transformation. Like seeds waiting beneath winter soil, beginnings hold within them all the promise of what might emerge, reminding us that every moment offers the chance to start anew. Please …
Origami for the Holidays! –Talk and Tidbits
This session includes a video of the highlights of the month. Themes: Month at a Glance, Origamigos & Origami Spirit Tutorials, Origami Visual Storytelling, Crane corner, Creative Ideas, Folding Prompts, Holiday Displays, Tessellations for Advent, Creative Origami Exploration.
In addition, off camera, we shared about new folds and books. Links inside.
We folded Jannie van Schuylenburg’s star and variations.
Take a look! …READ MORE HERE…
How to Make Origami Triangular Bookmarks and Napkin Holders
the modern legend of Santa Claus typically includes diminutive elves at Christmas; green-clad elves with pointy ears and pointy hats as Santa’s assistants.
This model can be used flat on a greeting card or mailer, or folded 3D as a free-standing model.
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Origami Santa Bookmark • Fabrizio Pianosi
This charming Origami Santa Bookmark (designed by Fabrizio Pianosi) joins a group of origami figures for the holidays presented in Origami Spirit and Origamigos. …READ MORE HERE…
Make an Origami Flawless Ball
This origami ball is another ingenious model created by Yossi Nir. It is a pleasure to make and perfect to use as a Holiday ornament or gift. There are many different papers you can use for limitless creativity.
Video tutorial inside. Take a look! …READ MORE HERE…