Easy Origami Santa

Create a charming easy origami Santa that's perfect for holiday decorations!

This cute paper Santa can be used to make Christmas ornaments, festive garlands, Christmas cards, and more!

This easy origami Santa is the perfect paper craft to bring holiday cheer to your home. This simple yet adorable project is great for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.

The Santa design captures the fun and magic of Christmas, making it ideal for decorating, gifting, or even personalizing your holiday cards.

Whether you're looking to add a handmade touch to your home or need a fun holiday activity, this diy craft has you covered.

This Santa design can be used in a variety of ways, from tree ornaments to garlands, and even as creative gift tags.

Its versatility makes it a great option for those looking to add a personal touch to their holiday decor.

Plus, it's a fantastic project for kids, who will enjoy folding their own festive Santa and using it to decorate the house.

You can also use different colored papers to create a unique Santa that suits your style, whether you prefer the classic red and white or something a bit more modern.

As a homemade craft idea, this project doesn't require any special materials, and you can complete it with just a few folds and a piece of paper.

The simplicity of the design makes it perfect for anyone new to origami, and it's a great introduction to the world of diy crafts.

Once you've made one, you'll want to make an entire collection of Santas for your holiday display!

This easy origami Santa also makes a thoughtful gift.

You can turn it into gift tags by writing a special message on the back or attach it to Christmas cards to give them a unique, handcrafted feel.

These little Santas can even be used as festive table decor for your holiday parties.

So what are you waiting for?

Keep reading to learn how to make these easy origami Santas today!

Other easy to make Christmas paper crafts you might like to make include this Christmas tree napkins fold, easy paper Santa, 3D origami Christmas tree, or these cute reindeers!

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• Simple, quick, and fun for all ages.
• Great for holiday decorations, gift tags, or even cards.
• Easy to turn into an ornament or garland for Christmas.
• Customizable with different colors or paper types.
• Stick some skewers on the backs of these origami Santa's and cover the back with some plain paper. This way you can use them as Christmas cake toppers!

Skill Level

Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ (Easy)

Materials Needed

• Square paper: Start with a square piece of paper 6x6 inches (15cm x 15cm) is a good size).
• Type of paper: Origami paper, colored craft paper, or even festive wrapping paper.

Instructions

Step 1: Start with the color you want Santa to be facing down. Arrange the paper to sit like a diamond.

Step 2: Fold the bottom point to the top point.

Step 3: Unfold previous step.

Step 4: Fold the left point to meet the right point.

Step 5: Unfold previous step.

Step 6: Fold the top point to meet the middle point.

Step 7: Fold the same point up to meet the top edge.

Step 8: Unfold previous step.

Step 9: Fold the same point up but this time to meet the nearest crease (made in step 7).

Step 10: Fold the bottom edge of the top flap up to meet the nearest crease.

Step 11: Fold the bottom edge of the top flap up once more, along the existing crease line.

Step 12: Fold the bottom point to meet the top edge.

Step 13: Fold the top point of the flap down, leaving a small gap from the bottom edge.

Step 14: Flip your paper over from left to right.

Step 15: Fold the left point to meet the middle crease.

Step 16: Fold the right point to meet the middle crease.

Step 17: Unfold previous 2 steps.

Step 18: Fold the left point to meet the crease made in step 16 (the right most crease).

Step 19: Fold the right most crease to meet the centre crease.

Step 20: Fold the left point to meet the middle crease.

Tips For Success

• Use double-sided paper for a more polished look.
• If using regular paper, make sure it's not too thick to fold easily.
• Add a touch of glitter or small embellishments to make your Santa stand out.

Common Mistakes & How To Avoid Them

• Rough edges: Make sure to fold clean, crisp lines to get a neat finish.
• Paper too thick: Choose lightweight paper to avoid bulky folds.
• Not centering the folds: Align your folds carefully for a balanced design.

Turning the Origami Santa into an Ornament

To make your origami Santa into a Christmas tree ornament:

Step 1: Punch a small hole near the top of Santa's hat.

Step 2: Thread a piece of ribbon or string through the hole.

Step 3: Tie a loop and hang it on your tree for an adorable handmade ornament!

Turning the Origami Santa into a Garland

Step 1: Make several origami Santas in different colors and sizes.

Step 2: Punch holes at the top of each Santa.

Step 3: String them together with twine or ribbon.

Step 4: Hang the garland on your mantel, wall, or along a doorway.

Use this Origami Santa as Gift Tags

You can also use these origami Santas as gift tags:

Step 1: Fold a Santa, punch a small hole at the top, and thread a string through.

Step 2: Attach it to your Christmas gifts for a charming handmade touch.

Color, Paper Ideas, and Variations

While the classic origami Santa is traditionally made in red and white, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this paper craft.

You can use festive wrapping paper for a more decorative look or craft paper with fun holiday patterns.

You could even create Santas in different colors for a modern twist-how about a gold or silver Santa to match your holiday theme?

Additionally, consider experimenting with different sizes of paper.

Larger paper creates a bigger Santa that could be used as a centerpiece for holiday decor, while smaller squares are perfect for garlands or ornaments.

FAQ

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• Triangle Origami Corner Bookmark
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• Origami Swan
• Origami Mouse
• Origami Stocking

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.

Useful Paper Craft Terms

Want to learn a little more about paper crafts and origami?

We've made this helpful printable just for you. It explains common terms and helpful tips you might come across when you are folding origami or making a paper craft project.

You can download the useful paper craft terms printable PDF here.