Create intricate designs through paper folding

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90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: You'll fold recognizable origami from simple designs to complex sculptural pieces.

What you need

Origami paperFlat work surfaceInstruction diagrams or videosPatienceAttention to detail

The 90-Minute Plan

Learn basic folds0–15 min

Valley fold, mountain fold, crease, reverse fold. These combine into all origami. Practice until smooth.

Start with simple design15–35 min

Paper crane or butterfly. Follow diagram carefully. Each fold builds on previous precision.

Read symbols and diagrams35–55 min

Arrows indicate fold direction. Dashed vs solid lines = valley vs mountain. Diagrams are language.

Progress to complex designs55–75 min

Dragon, complex flower, geometric shapes. More folds, more precision required, more beautiful result.

Create variations75–90 min

Scale changes, paper color combinations, experimental designs. Art emerges from mastery.

Pro Tip

Crease sharply; precise creases = clean final result. Use bone folder for edges.

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After 90 min: Ten completed origami animals displayed as a finished collection

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After 90 min: A portfolio of 10 polished smartphone photos ready for social media or printing

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After 90 min: A collection of stunning nature photos showcasing landscapes, wildlife, or flora

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After 90 min: Complex origami models with detailed features and intricate folds

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