How to Fold a Traditional Origami Tulip
Even though tulips aren’t originally from Japan, they’ve been popular since they were brought over during the Edo period. They symbolize beauty, elegance, and the arrival of spring. The origami tulip is a much-loved figure in Japan today, known for its simplicity and the colorful touch it brings to any space.
The origami tulip is easy and fun and will get you started on the technique of blowing the paper. It’s perfect for beginners. Get some pastel origami paper and let’s create a beautiful paper bouquet.
Traditional Origami Tulip Step-by-Step Instructions
- Difficulty: Easy – Beginner Level 3
- Folding time: 5-10 minutes
- Model designer: Traditional
- Paper we used: Kami 15×15
- Recommended paper: Pastel paper with the same color on both sides in 15×15 cm
Great job on making your first paper tulip!
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What did I do wrong mine is a triangle bottom! lol
Hi Narttt, Did you follow Step 13? You can either inflate the model by blowing into the hole, or gently push the tip of your triangle inward.
I did itt!!!
Congratulations, Krishu! Don’t hesitate to share a photo with us 🙂
Definitely going to use this on valentines day
I did it !!!!!!
Nice job!
yay!
woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!