23 December 2022
Origami Challenge with Beautiful Washi Papers
Origami, one of Japan’s traditional cultures, is popular in many countries around the world. It is also an excellent learning tool because it helps develop patience, concentration, and manual dexterity. The appeal of origami is that it can be played with by all generations and requires no tedious preparation. The greatest appeal of origami is that one sheet of paper can be used to express and play with a variety of shapes. Even small children and the elderly can enjoy playing with origami.
Origami can be used not only to create artworks, but also to make practical items for daily life such as small envelopes, accessory cases, gift bags, and chopstick rests. When these daily necessities are made with beautiful Japanese paper origami, they are transformed into even more stylish items. We will show you how to fold some of the easy-to-fold items, so please give it a try.
Contents
- How to make an origami chopstick rest
- How to make a chopstick rest
- How to make an origami envelope
- Recommended Items
How to make an origami chopstick rest
We show you how to fold a stylish chopstick holder for parties, hospitality, and celebrations. Not only chopsticks, but also plastic forks and spoons can be placed in it. You can fold a lot of them when you have time and keep them in stock!
How to make a chopstick rest
We will introduce chopstick rest folding methods that can be easily made with origami. It can be folded quickly, so they can be used when you suddenly entertain guests.
How to make an origami envelope
This is a simple way to fold an origami envelope. It can be used as a coin purse, a billfold, a small envelope, or even a New Year's monetary gift bag for a sudden visit from a relative's child.
Recommended Items
Morisa Sukiawase Tosa Washi Paper Origami (12 Sheets)
This is a set of fine sheet of Origami made of washi paper, known as Tosa Washi Paper, produced by Morisa in Kochi Prefecture. The place is known for the high quality of its "Kozo (paper mulberry)" and "Mitsumata (Edgeworthia chrysantha)", the raw materials used to make washi. Tosa Washi Paper is characterized by its thinness and durability.
View ItemMorisa Rakusui Tosa Washi Paper Origami (12 Sheets)
This sheet of origami is produced with a technique called Rakusui. It is a traditional technique to make a pattern on washi paper by dropping water onto the wet washi. The paper is characterized by its lace-like appearance with holes.
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