The Origami Squirrel enchants both young and old with its playful shape. Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, promotes the development of fine motor skills and activates both brain hemispheres. Children and adults alike benefit from this creative activity. Our instructions are child-friendly - with videos and photos for every single step. Don't be afraid to start! We test each instruction with a 10-year-old child. If the child can do it, you can too!

An Origami Squirrel evokes memories of forest adventures and nature experiences. Children love this figure because they can reenact forest scenes with it. The folded squirrel can sit as a cute decoration on the desk, embellish autumn decorations, or be used when playing with other forest animals.

While folding, you train patience, concentration, and precision. You also learn that each step must be executed precisely. If a mistake happens, simply start over. Origami folding enhances your endurance and discipline.

Origami Squirrel: Folding instructions with video and images

Before you begin folding your squirrel, watch the video once or twice. For your origami project, we recommend special origami paper. You can find it in almost every stationery store. The packages contain square sheets in different colors. Origami paper is thinner than regular paper and folds more easily.

Origami squirrel: Folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 1
Step 1: Fold the paper in half to create a centerline. Then fold both edges towards the centerline.
Origami squirrel: Folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 2
Step 2: Divide both corners on one side into two angles. Watch the video for this. On the other side, fold the two corners like the beginning of a paper airplane.
Origami squirrel: Folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 3
Step 3: Fold the sheet in half. Shape the squirrel's head by folding the paper at a 45-degree angle and tucking the corners inside.
Origami squirrel: Folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 4
Step 4: Now create the squirrel's characteristic tail and then form the paws on which it will stand.
Origami squirrel: Folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 5
Step 5: Take a pen or marker and draw a face and details on your squirrel.
Origami squirrel: folding instructions with video and pictures. Step 5
Step 6: Stand your squirrel up - or even two side by side. Great job on how well you've done!

Tip: In the video, we show each step precisely and at a comfortable pace. You can pause it at any time to follow along with the folding steps.

Origami Squirrel: Conclusion and personal words

Thank you for taking the time for this project! We are very pleased that you have decided to fold an Origami Squirrel. It's especially nice if you spent this time with your child. Children grow up quickly, and crafting together creates valuable memories. You promote their development and spend quality time with them at the same time.

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Are you eager for more crafting joy? Check out our other Origami instructions! Especially for children, the paper planes are exciting - they can play and experiment outdoors with them. Or do you want to creatively gift money? With our money origami instructions, you can fold great gifts from banknotes. From simple hearts to more complex motifs, there is something for everyone. Explore our diverse collection of Origami instructions now!

Origami squirrel tutorial - Step by step video tutorial

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