Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Origami Christmas

For some reason, I have never really gotten into origami.  This is not because I don't like it, I just have never really tried to do it/been around people who have/etc.  I think the paper is gorgeous and the art beautiful and for this year's Christmas Tree, I was thinking about trying to make a few origami ornaments.  What do you think?  I was crazily inspired by this photo - its amazing, isn't it! 



When I was looking around the web for ideas, there were obviously millions (including Star Wars/Yoda origami - who knew?), but I am sticking with the traditional (and I believe beginner friendly) peace crane.  Sounds perfect for this time of year, doesn't it?  

~D&OC's crane mobile via Plush Palate~

I found some instructions for those of us who have never done it before.  They seem pretty easy, right?

~via Conflictzen~

And there are so many different papers you can use.  These are some vintage ones I found.

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It will be the perfect origami Christmas:


I already found my next origami project....for after Christmas.  I feel myself becoming addicted already!

Origami Kusudama paper flowers - so pretty.  Tutorial located here. 


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9 comments:

  1. Melanie's RandomnessDecember 2, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    I've always admired orgami. I think it looks just so pretty.

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  2. Lauren @The Little Things We Do....December 2, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    those flowers are awesome, and origami cranes for ornaments it such a great idea. i love using origami paper for little projects cause it's just so pretty!

    oh....and i keep meaning to ask you...did you try out zumba yet?

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  3. Laura TreveyDecember 2, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    beautifully colored papers!!

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  4. UnknownDecember 2, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    I love these!! The papers are so beautiful, and the finished designs amazing. Perfect decor for any time of year.
    So precise, so lovely. Good luck with your paper-folding :-)

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  5. Gray SkiesDecember 2, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    There are so many things I love in this post! First, that tree with the origami hanging off it - one of my favorite pictures ever. Second, the idea of origami ornaments. And third, the paper flowers - so adorable!

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  6. Maria ConferDecember 2, 2009 at 6:56 PM

    The first photo is magical.

    I love the flowers.

    lululetty.blogspot.com

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  7. BonBon Rose Girls KristinDecember 3, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    I just love the paper. So lovely! I don't know if I've got the skills necessary to actually do the folding. Ah ha ha

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  8. A Perfect PeachDecember 4, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    I can't get enough of that first photo - i love it. and the cranes have come out great - perfect addition to the tree!

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  9. Natalie of TheBusyBudgetingMama.comDecember 4, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    i just did a post on a reception i did where i used origami doves...i'm going to try this crane out! seems simple enough!

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