Do you want to creatively package your love letter? With our tutorial, we show you how to fold a letter into a heart shape. This original folding art will make your love message something very special. The best part? You only need a few materials, and the result looks truly professional. The combination of personal words and loving design will make your Valentine's Day gift unforgettable. We have prepared a detailed video so you can easily follow each folding step.

Materials Needed

  • Colored paper
  • Marker
  • Decorative elements (e.g. small heart stickers)
  • Scissors

Origami Love Letter: Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 1: Take an A4 sheet, fold it diagonally and fold the bottom edge up.
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Step 2: Open the sheet and fold it again to divide the square part in the middle.
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Step 3: Fold the bottom part in half upwards.
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Step 4: Turn the sheet over and fold in the two upper corners. Fold the pointed corner again, similar to a paper airplane. Fold the two side corners and turn the sheet over again.
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Step 5: Shape the heart and fold the corners as shown in the image.
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Step 6: Fold the side edges, fold the letter in half - your heart letter is ready!

The Magic of Handwritten Love Letters

The tradition of letter writing has a particularly romantic history. For centuries, people have used written words to express their deepest feelings. In a time of digital communication, a handwritten letter gains even more significance. It symbolizes the time and effort we take for a loved one.

Valentine's Day offers the perfect opportunity to continue this timeless tradition. A folded heart letter combines the art of letter writing with creative design. Each letter becomes a unique piece of art that expresses feelings not only through words but also through its form.

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The Japanese art of Origami, from which this folding technique originates, stands for precision and beauty. In many Asian cultures, a folded heart is a symbol of eternal love and sincere affection. Be inspired for your personal message by our Valentine's Day wishes.

Final Thoughts

Thank you for your interest in our folding tutorial! With this heart letter, you will create an unforgettable surprise. Discover more romantic crafting ideas in our category DIY Ideas. There is nothing more beautiful than a handmade declaration of love that comes from the heart.

Origami love letter: Instructions for folding a heart letter with video and photos

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Vitalii Shynakov has been working in the areas of online retail, marketing and customer satisfaction since 2012. Until 2022, he was the head of personnel development and online sales department of four successful stores. He has been part of the TutKit.com team since 2024.