Learn How to Make Origami

From your very first folds to building confidence, we’ll guide you step by step. Easy to follow instructions, fun models, and everything you need to learn how to make origami.

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origami koi

Origami Koi by Riccardo Foschi

Fold Your First Origami

Start with easy, timeless beginner projects like the crane, frog, butterfly, and box, simple folds that gently introduce the craft. From there, explore our growing library of 120+ easy origami models.

  • easy origami crane

    Origami Crane

  • easy origami heart

    Origami Heart

  • easy origami frog

    Origami Jumping Frog

  • easy origami butterfly

    Origami Butterfly

  • easy origami star

    Origami Star

  • easy origami box

    Origami Box

  • easy origami turtle

    Origami Turtle

  • easy origami lily

    Origami Lily

  • easy origami fox

    Origami Fox

  • easy origami swan

    Origami Swan

  • very easy origami bookmark

    Origami Bookmark

  • easy origami tulip

    Origami Tulip

  • easy origami rose

    Origami Rose

  • easy origami penguin

    Origami Penguin

  • easy origami ninja star

    Origami Ninja Star

Origami fold.

Origami helps you slow down, focus, and find calm in every fold — gently improving your dexterity and mindfulness, one fold at a time.

Folders’ Favorites

From seasonal to trending models, check out our most popular origami projects.

  • easy origami cat

    Origami Cat

  • easy origami dragon

    Origami Dragon

  • easy origami lotus

    Origami Lotus

  • easy origami squirrel

    Origami Squirrel

  • easy origami rabbit

    Origami Rabbit

  • easy origami giraffe

    Origami Giraffe

  • easy origami bat

    Origami Bat

  • origami spider

    Origami Spider

  • origami shark

    Origami Shark

  • origami lucky cat

    Origami Lucky Cat

  • easy origami koi

    Origami Koi

  • easy origami snake

    Origami Snake

  • easy origami envelope

    Origami Envelope

  • easy origami cube

    Origami Cube

  • easy origami heart bookmark

    Origami Heart Bookmark

online origami course

Origami Course for Beginners

Start with your very first folds and build confidence with a calm, guided course taught by Boice Wong. Five simple lessons, clear explanations, and a few timeless models to practice along the way.

Explore Origami By Category

Looking for something specific? Browse our tutorials by category — from animals and flowers to boxes, stars, and more.

Who We Are

Behind Origami.me is a small team working hand in hand with creators worldwide. Every tutorial is a collaboration between us and the artists who design the models, and we’re committed to giving them recognition and fair compensation for their creativity.

We’re glad you’re here. Let’s keep folding together!

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Origami Inspirations From the Blog

woodblock print showing japanese women folding origami

The History of Origami: From Washi to the World

Origami is the quiet art of folding paper, from the Japanese words “oru” (to fold) and “kami” (paper). From a simple sheet, shapes like birds, flowers, and small creatures emerge, each fold part of a story that began centuries ago, long before the word “origami” existed.

Learn more about the origins of origami here.

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