Friday, March 4, 2011

How to Make Origami Earrings

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Do you want a totally unique look? You can make earrings from origami models. While the origami crane will be used as model in this article, you can use any simple, small origami model as the basis for these lovely earrings.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

How to Make an Origami Photo Frame

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Want a quick, easy and cheap way to display your favorite photos? Grab a piece of A4 paper! If the photo is landscape oriented, you can make a paper frame as follows.

How to Make a PHiZZ Unit


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The PHiZZ unit, by Tom Hull, is a fascinating and extremely simple unit to make and assemble. However, the structures that can be made from this unit are endless. The full name for PHiZZ is the following: Pentagon  Hexagon Zig-Zag.
As mentioned before, this unit is very simple to make, as it only requires mountain and valley folds. You can learn how to make such as structure by following these simple steps.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

How to Fold a Penultimate Module

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Modular origami is so related to geometry, it could easily be used for a math fair project. This simple unit can create many, many polyhedrons (multiple sided objects, a cube being one example). This unit is one of those amazing units. It's a surprisingly easy module to make. However, you may need many pieces to create something truly extraordinary. Just a little patience is all it takes!

Monday, February 28, 2011

How to Fold a Dollar Bill to Make a Finger Ring

Fold a Dollar Bill to Make a Finger Ring

Looking for an easier way to impress people with your money? Try folding your dolar bill into a finger ring. This ring will put the number facing out as the "gem" and stay together on its own. Any US-denomination bill will work, but if you have a choice, try to find a crisp, new bill rather than an older one.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Origami Puffy Bunny Intructions



Aren't they gorgeous?! This lovely origami puffy bunny is bound to win hearts! Try with two-tone paper for a colourful effect.