Quick Tips For Origami Beginners - (Tips+Stories)

Origami In Everyday Life

Most people have actually had some kind of experience in origami even if they don't realise it. If you have moved house and had to make flat pack boxes then you have done origami in its most basic and ancient form. Also, the way that many tents are put up and constructed involves a lot of elements of origami. This means that pitching a tent is vaguely like folding a piece of paper. Just thinking about how you have done origami in these simple forms often gives people a lot of confidence to attempt something a little more challenging.

Careful Creasing

Part of the art of origami is patience. This and also a small amount of skill. Almost anyone can create something quite spectacular with the basic knowledge of how to make just a few simple folds. As well as this, ensuring that each fold you make is precise and sharp helps to make your models look a lot neater. If you are struggling because your models seem to keep falling apart then it is important to remember to make the crispest folds possible.

The Fudge Factor
The fudge factor is where the origami folder can look at instructions and see where it is important to leave a small amount of space to make the next fold because of the paper's thickness. Any beginners will tend to leave this out as it is not explained. When looking at diagrams, pictures and videos remember it might not be exactly as it seems. Try to see how every fold matters so that you can see exactly how to complete the model.

It's Always Worth Another Go

As in any hobby, origami takes a lot of practice and time. This means if at first you don't succeed it is actually worth having another go after a quick break. If you really are frustrated then continue reviewing the diagrams pictures and videos that are around in other places as well. As a last resort you can always send me a message or comment below and I will try and help as much as I can.


Suggest It To Friends And Family
Sharing this ancient past time is the best thing to do because it can get lonely attempting a model by yourself. This is possibly why I think it is important to have other people around you. Also if you get stuck, they might just be able to help you out.


And... Relax
Everyone knows it is hard to concentrate if you are stressed so it is important to be relaxed and peaceful when you are doing your origami. Try listening to music whilst folding or even doing it in front of the telly can help.