The 3D Origami Heart is an extraordinary folding project that impresses with its three-dimensional form. With the additional small heart in the middle and the cute face, it becomes a very personal gift. This creative craft is perfect for expressing your feelings in an original way.

3D Origami Heart: About this DIY Guide

Each of our crafting guides includes a self-produced video and detailed step-by-step photos with thorough explanations. This combination makes it particularly easy to replicate: watch the video first to get an overview, then follow the individual steps with the help of the photos and descriptions.

Materials:

Square origami paper in your desired color
Smaller square paper for the middle heart
Black felt-tip pen for the face
White pencil for highlights (optional)
Ruler
Scissors
Smooth surface for folding

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-Step Guide with Photos and Description

Before you start folding, it's best to watch the video once or twice. Our detailed photos will then show you each individual step. With some care and patience, you will quickly be able to fold a beautiful 3D heart.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 2 — **Step 2**: Fold the sheet along two vertical lines.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 3 — **Step 3**: Fold one of the sides towards the center.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 4 — **Step 4**: Turn the sheet over and fold 2 corners towards the center. Then turn the sheet again and fold the left and right sides towards the center. The two bottom corners also need to be folded.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 5 — **Step 5**: Turn the sheet over and shape the 2 corners to look like a heart.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step instructions with photos and description. The picture 6 — **Step 6**: Now we start with the second small heart. Fold all 4 corners towards the center. Then fold the corners inwards as shown in the photo. Turn the sheet over and fold the corners again.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 7 — **Step 7**: Shape the sheet into a heart. First, open the inner corners, then fold the square in the middle.

3D Origami Heart: Step-by-step guide with photos and description. The picture 8 — **Step 8**: Create a second identical heart. Connect both to form a beautiful 3D heart. Then take a marker and decorate the hearts. Draw eyes and eyelashes - the inserted hearts will become sweet kissing lips.

Crafting Tip:

Pay attention to precise folding edges for a beautiful result
The small hearts should be the same size
Use different colors for a nice contrast
When drawing the face, sketch it out first with pencil

Origami Promotes Child Development

Folding Origami hearts and other figures is more than just a pastime. It promotes important motor and cognitive skills in children. Precise folding trains fine motor skills, while following instructions enhances logical thinking. Working with paper in three dimensions strengthens spatial imagination, and successfully creating a cute heart promotes creativity and self-confidence. Particularly valuable is crafting together: it creates quality time between parents and children and is simply fun.

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In our Origami section, you will find many more exciting folding instructions for Valentine's Day. From simple hearts to complex love messages, there is something for every level of difficulty. Also, check out our other creative paper projects and get inspired for your next gift!

3D Origami Heart: Instructions with video, photos, and description

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Published on February 13, 2025 by Vitalii Shynakov

Published on: February 13, 2025
From Vitalii Shynakov

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.