Make your own cozy paper origami beanie with just one square sheet of paper!
This origami beanie is an adorable winter craft — great for cards, garlands, or classroom displays.
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If you're after a quick and festive paper project, this origami beanie is a fun and easy one to try.
Using just a single square sheet of paper, you can fold a charming little winter hat — no glue or cutting needed.
It's a flat model, which makes it great for adding to greeting cards, gift tags, or even a winter-themed paper garland.
This simple fold is perfect for kids and beginners, and can easily be customized with stripes, patterns, or even a little pom-pom drawn on top!
It’s a fun seasonal project to do at home, in the classroom, or even as part of DIY holiday decor.
Great for Christmas, winter birthdays, snow day activities, and anywhere you'd like to add a touch of cozy charm.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Only needs 1 square sheet of paper
- Perfect for holiday and winter crafts
- Easy and fun for kids and beginners
- Great for cards, tags, and decorations
- Can be personalized with patterns and colors
Skill Level
★☆☆☆☆ (Easy)
Materials Needed
- 1 square sheet of paper (note: 6 inch (15 cm) square paper makes a beanie that is about 3 inches x 2.5 inches (7 cm x 6.5 cm).
Optional: markers, stickers, or a white pencil for decorating
Instructions
Step 1: Start with the color you want your beanie to be facing up.
Step 2: Fold the bottom edge up slightly. The thickness of this is up to you. This will become the beanie’s ribbing.
Step 3: Flip your paper over from left to right.
Step 4: Fold the left edge towards the right so that it sits at about the halfway mark.
Step 5: Fold the right edge towards the left so that it slightly overlaps the left flap you folded in the previous step.
Step 6: Tuck the right flap into the left at the bottom.
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Step 7: Fold the top edge down to meet the bottom edge.
Step 8: Tuck the top edge you just folded down in the previous step into the bottom.
Step 9: Fold the left and right edges (above the ribbing) in slightly on a diagonal. The angle and depth of these folds are up to you (just make sure you have a bit of a point at the top). This will shape your beanie’s sides.
Step 10: Fold the top down slightly to form a more defined point.
Step 11: Flip your beanie over from left to right. Completed beanie. Optional: decorate as you like with markers or stickers.
Tips For Success
- Use double-sided paper to get a contrast between the hat and the trim (ribbing)
- Draw on a little pom-pom or knit texture with markers or pens
- Make several and string them together for a cute winter garland
Color, Paper Ideas, and Variations
- Classic winter colors: Red, green, white, navy, or grey
- Add a pattern: Use striped or polka dot paper for a “knit” look
- Holiday theme: Red and white for a Santa-style beanie
- Mini versions: Great as gift toppers or hanging on mini trees
- Personalized hats: Use markers to draw names, snowflakes, or fun designs
FAQ
Yes! Just cut it into a square — then decorate it however you like.
Yes, it’s flat, making it perfect for cards, gift tags, or garlands.
Definitely. This is a great first origami project — quick, fun, and festive.
Use it for classroom displays, stick it on holiday cards, or make several to create a cozy winter banner!
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Helpful Origami Tips
If you're curious to learn more about origami, you might like to look at our basic guides on how to make some common origami folds.
Start with the valley fold and mountain fold—these are the foundation of most origami models.
Once you're comfortable, you might like to try the petal fold for 3D shapes, and explore the bird base and square base for more complex designs.
The water bomb base is also great for creating inflatable or geometric models, like this inflatable origami rabbit.
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