How to make an origami Christmas tree step by step

Making origami brings us multiple benefits. To apply these benefits, there is nothing better than making a nice origami. Christmas tree made with this technique. Are you up for it? It is an educational and relaxing activity, ideal for sharing with the family and spending some creative time with the little ones in the house, while they prepare for Christmas.

Materials needed for your origami Christmas tree

Before you start with the step by step, you need to gather the suitable materials. Make sure you have the following:

• A sheet of green paper: It can be origami paper or any paper that is easy to fold.
• Pair of scissors: optional, in case you need to adjust the paper size.
• Colored pencils: markers or small ornaments to decorate your tree when finished.
• Optional: glue stick if you want to add small decorative details.

Step by step to create an origami Christmas tree

It's very simple! You just have to follow the Step by Step of the movements and folds. As a reference, remember that in the diagrams the dotted lines indicate where to fold and the arrows will guide you in the movement of the paper:

1. Fold the paper to find the center: Fold the paper into a triangle on both diagonals and unfold it. This will mark the center guides.
2. Make basic folds: Fold the paper along the dotted lines indicated on the diagram. Fold the paper according to the instructions in the diagrams or videos if you need more clarity.
3. Form the dimensions of the tree: Make additional folds following the guide lines until you obtain the main silhouette of the tree.
4. Open and flatten: Carefully open the pockets you created and flatten them to give firmness and structure to the design.
5. Define details: Make final folds for the details of the tree branches.
6. Decorate as you like: Use colors, stickers or small ornaments to personalize your Christmas tree.

Tips for making a unique Christmas tree

If you want to give it a more special touch your origami Christmas tree, here are some tips that might help you:

• Use double-sided paper: This allows both sides of the paper to be color coordinated when the tree is folded.
• Create small ornaments: You can cut out small circles of paper in other colors to simulate Christmas balls and carefully stick them onto the branches of the tree.
• Add a star: Using a small strip of gold paper, create a star and place it at the top of the tree.
• Make trees of different sizes: Using larger or smaller papers, you can create a set of trees to decorate any corner of your home.

On rainy days or any free time you have, feel free to sit down with the children of the house and practice this Japanese technique. Not only will you create a beautiful decoration for next December 8th, but you will also encourage patience and creativity in the little ones. Have fun in the process and create unforgettable memories together!