Sometimes the most simple crafts are the best, aren’t they? This collection of origami crafts is at the top of our list for favorite easy activities.
We enjoyed making these so much that we wanted to share our top 15 designs with you. Enjoy our kid-friendly origami craft collection.
1. Jumping Frog
credit/tutorial: www.itsalwaysautumn.com
Looking for a craft that turns into a game? The kids will have a total blast making these little jumping frogs.
Just think of the fun they’ll have seeing whose frog can leap into a bucket or hit a target spot. This one is sure to keep them entertained!
2. Monster Bookmark
credit/tutorial: www.easypeasyandfun.com
What a great way to bring some extra fun to reading and homework time! Get your kids to create their very own monster bookmark.
They are going to love having these goofy guys save their spot in their favorite storybook.
3. Mermaid
credit/tutorial: www.pinkstripeysocks.com
How sweet is this little mermaid? It’s a simple one for the kids to make, and it turns out so adorable. I can just see my daughter loving this one.
4. Hearts
credit/tutorial: diycandy.com
Why not make a bunch of these origami love hearts? Your little ones could write sweet notes inside them.
You could even string them together to make a heart bunting for decoration. So cute!
5. Box
credit/tutorial: www.we-are-scout.com
I just love how practical origami can be. You can make some really cute boxes to put little things in. These would also be perfect to use as gift boxes for presents!
6. Kittens
credit/tutorial: howaboutorange.blogspot.com.au
Okay, these kittens are just too cute. Seriously adorable.
7. Rabbit
credit/tutorial: ohsoverypretty.com
Make this super cute rabbit to hold all of your chocolate eggs at Easter time. What a perfect little craft for the holiday.
8. Triangle Box
credit/tutorial: www.tomfo.com
Here’s a different spin on a classic box. This easy triangle box is so sweet and a fun alternative to the usual square shape.
9. Ice Cream
credit/tutorial: www.poulettemagique.com
Any kids who love imaginary play are going to adore pretending to eat these ice creams. This is one of those finished crafts that doubles as a toy!
10. Fish
credit/tutorial: www.easypeasyandfun.com
Why not make an entire school of fish? The kids can have fun adding little features like googly eyes and drawing on some scales.
11. Birds
credit/tutorial: www.wimketolsma.nl
These origami birds are just gorgeous. They are sure to delight any child, whether they’re young or old. So beautiful!
12. Bear
credit/tutorial: allfortheboys.com
You can make all kinds of animal faces with origami. Give this bear face a try!
13. Funny Faces
credit/tutorial: www.bloomize.com
How about creating a whole family of funny faces? Better yet, your kids could try to make their own family portrait.
That would be a keeper for sure!
14. Rabbit
credit/tutorial: allfortheboys.com
And here’s a sweet little rabbit face to add to your collection of origami animals.
15. Egg Holder
credit/tutorial: howaboutorange.blogspot.com.au
Don’t have a spare egg holder around? No need to panic, because you can just make one! So clever.
We hope you have a fantastic time with this collection of simple and fun origami crafts for kids!
