How to Make an Easy Origami Heart
Traditional/Unknow If you’re looking for a simple and thoughtful fold, an origami heart is always a good place to start.
It’s an easy model, but one that carries a lot of intention. Whether you’re folding for Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or just leaving a small handmade note for someone, this heart fits the moment nicely.
What I like about this model is how versatile it is. You can slip it into a card, use it as a small decoration, or fold a few just for the pleasure of it. With only a handful of folds, a square sheet of paper quickly turns into a recognizable little heart.
Origami Heart Step-by-Step Instructions
- Difficulty: Easy – Beginner Level 2
- Folding time: 5 minutes
Recommended Paper
15x15cm (6×6 in) Kami
This tutorial was updated in March 2026 with clearer instructions and improved visuals.
Step 1
Start with the white side of the paper facing up. Fold the paper in half vertically, then unfold it to create a center crease.
Step 2
Fold the paper in half horizontally, then unfold again.
Step 3
Fold the bottom edge up to meet the center crease.
Step 4
Turn the paper over.
Step 5
Fold the bottom edges diagonally upward so they meet the vertical center crease.
Step 6
Turn the paper over.
Step 7
Fold the top left edge diagonally downward to meet the vertical center crease. Repeat on the right side.
Step 8
Fold the top flap down, leaving the white triangles on the sides unfolded.
Continue folding the flap down while gently lifting the white triangles to avoid creasing them.
❤️ Folding tip: To keep everything neat, hold the bottom layers in place with your fingers when folding the flap down.
Step 9
Fold the white triangles inward along the dotted lines where the white side and colored side of the paper meet.
Step 10
Fold all four top corners downward to meet the crease created in Step 8.
Step 11
Fold the top two corners down along the dotted lines. There are no exact reference points, so fold them the way you like.
❤️ Note: Here, I’m folding slightly lower than shown in the diagram (down to the crease from Step 8). It’s just my preference, so don’t hesitate to fold where it feels right to you.
Step 12
Turn the model over.
🎉 Your Paper Heart Is Complete!
I hope you enjoyed folding this origami heart and taking a moment to work on something simple and thoughtful. It’s the kind of model that’s easy to come back to and always feels right, no matter the occasion.
If you fold one, feel free to share a photo in the comments. Different papers, colors, and sizes can completely change the feel of this paper heart, and it’s always nice to see how others interpret it.
If you’re in the mood for more, you can explore our origami heart collection for different variations, or browse our Valentine’s origami ideas for models made to be shared and gifted.
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TE amo mami. siempre te voy an amar ‘lo siento si no soy perfecta. Tú was a ser siempre mi mami, té amo
de: sophy para: mama
Love it!
Nice paper! Thanks for sharing!
can someone tell me where to get pre-square paper
Hi! You can find origami paper on Amazon or specialized origami stores like Origami-Shop.com.
Thanks for the instructions, it was easy to follow. ❤️👌
Well done! Beautiful paper!
I had fun making this one. it’s perfect for beginners and a thoughtful gift for someone you care about!
Hi Mustafa, I really like the paper you chose!
Thank you! A while ago, I saw some origami paper on a colleague’s desk. She wasn’t planning to use it, so I made a butterfly with it and that rekindled my old interest in origami.
Now the office has a bunch of paper frogs, hearts, cranes, and butterflies lying around haha 😄
Haha, we could all use a colleague like that! Happy folding 🙂
This is very easy! Thank you
Nice folds! Thanks for sharing 🙂
it’s good
Hi 👋🏻 I am rahil from iran
This is the green heart for you.💚😍
Hi Rahil, That’s a beautiful green origami heart! Thank you for sharing it with us.
yall doing so good keep it up
How do you learn how to do origami really fast
Hi Allana! I’d say the best way to get faster is just by folding a lot! The more you practice, especially the basic folds, the quicker and more natural it feels. After that, it really depends on what you enjoy. For me, I love origami because it brings me calm, so I actually like taking my time with it.
Im a begginer but its good👍🏻🫶🏻
i did well🤍
That slays
I love origimies
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Amazing fold! LOVE IT! aaaaaaaHHHH
SOOOOOOOO HARD BUT REALLY FUN MB FOR YELLING !!!!!
HAHA! Your enthusiasm is contagious!
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That’s a nice paper you have here 🤩
looks great!!! 🙂
I can’t do it when it gets to step 11? It makes no sense
If you reached step 11, you did the most difficult part of this origami. Click on the image below to see step 11.
Fantastic site. A lot of helpful info here. I’m sending it to some buddies ans additionally sharing in delicious. And naturally, thanks on your sweat!
Thanks for the kind words, Catherine! We’ve been working hard on improving the site in the past months, and we’ll release lots more in the coming months.
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