AN ANCIENT ART. Origami started in Japan almost 2,000 years ago and was
primarily used to wrap presents and later grew to become an art form. Origami
as we know it exploded in popularity in the early 20th century and was used as
a way to teach tactile skills to young children.
SAVING SCRAPS. Today, children and adults alike love to create origami as a
relaxing and creative outlet. Legend has it, that if you fold 1,000 paper cranes,
your wish will come true! In our ephemeral digital age, it’s more important than
ever to preserve a piece of history to pass on to our loved ones, so we have
found a way to transform our paper cranes into beautiful fabric cranes!
Read on to discover what you need to make foldable stiff fabric, as well as 3
fun project ideas to do with classic oragmi shapes you can easily learn online.
What’s Needed?
SUPPLIES FOR ALL 3 PROJECTS
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• Scrap fabrics
(at least 4.5” x 4.5” squares)
• Scissors
• Glue
(like Stiffy or Mod Podge)
• Flat plastic work surface
(craft mat, sheet protector, etc.)
• Rotary Cutter
OPTIONAL - Paper Cutter
• Ruler
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This modern twist on a
classic art form will have you
wanting to fold fabric outside
of the hoop in no time!
For directions on making the origami shapes for these mini projects, we suggest
checking out www.origami-fun.com for easy-to-follow folding steps, including
diagrams and printable PDF directions.