Create your own beautiful easy paper wreath with this easy, no-glue-required modular origami design!
Perfect for all special occasions, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more!
Add your personal touch with different colors and hang it up with ease.
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Looking for a fun, easy, and customizable decoration for any occasion?
This easy paper wreath is the perfect project for you!
Made using modular origami, it doesn't require any glue, making it quick and simple to assemble.
Whether you're decorating for Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day, or any other special event, this wreath adds a beautiful touch to your home or celebrations.
With its flexibility in colors and patterns, you can tailor it to fit the season or theme of your party, creating a stunning display with minimal effort.
Plus, you can hang it up easily by using a hole punch and some string, so it's ready to brighten up any wall or doorway.
What is Modular Origami?
Modular origami is a fascinating and creative form of origami that involves folding multiple pieces of paper to create a single, more complex structure or model.
Unlike traditional origami, which typically uses a single sheet of paper to create a figure, modular origami relies on assembling multiple smaller pieces or "modules" that fit together to form a unified design.
Each module is folded independently, and then the pieces are interlocked or connected, often without the use of glue (though some designs may use it for added stability).
The beauty of modular origami lies in its versatility - it allows for the creation of intricate geometric shapes, decorative objects, and even three-dimensional sculptures, all from just paper and clever folding techniques.
In the case of a modular origami wreath like the one in this project, each folded piece contributes to the overall structure, creating a unique and visually appealing design.
The modular nature of this wreath makes it quick to assemble, as you can fold the pieces ahead of time and then simply link them together to form your finished piece.
Modular origami is perfect for projects that require symmetry, balance, and repetition, like wreaths, stars, boxes, and more.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- No glue required - Everything you need is in the folding!
- Quick and easy - Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
- Customizable - Choose your favorite colors to suit any occasion.
- Versatile - Great for hanging on doors, walls, or even using as a centerpiece.
- Perfect for all occasions - Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day, and beyond.
- Simple assembly - Just fold, assemble, thread, and display!
Skill Level
★★☆☆☆ (Easy)
Materials Needed
- 18 sheets of origami paper (choose your colors based on the season or theme)
- A hole punch (optional, for hanging)
- String or ribbon (optional, for hanging)
Note: 6 inch x 6 inch (15 cm x 15 cm) origami paper makes a wreath that is about 8 inches (20 cm) wide.
Instructions
For this easy paper wreath you will need 18 sheets of square paper.
Step 1: Working on one of your square papers. Arrange it so the color you want on the outside to be facing down.
Step 2: Fold the paper in half from top to bottom.
Step 3: Unfold previous step.
Step 4: Fold the paper in half from left to right.
Step 5: Unfold the previous step.
Step 6: Fold both the top left and top right corners down to meet the middle crease.
Step 7: Fold the bottom edge up to meet the middle crease.
Step 8: Fold the bottom edge up once more to meet the middle crease.
Step 9: Unfold previous step.
Step 10: Unfold the bottom part once more.
Step 11: Fold the top point down along the 3rd crease from the bottom (see picture for guide).
Step 12: Fold up the two triangles found on the left and right sides of the point, along the lines shown in the picture.
Step 13: Fold the top edge down along the line shown.
Step 14: Flip your paper over from top to bottom.
Step 15: Fold the paper in half from left to right. Completed origami module.
Step 16: Repeat previous steps for remaining 17 sheets of paper. You will end up with 18 folded pieces.
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Putting the Wreath Together
Step 1: Take two of the folded pieces and arrange them as shown.
Step 2: On the left piece, you will see two pockets - one on the front and one on the back. Tuck the right piece into the left piece using these pockets.
Step 3: Repeat previous steps for the remaining pieces.
Step 4: Completed paper wreath.
Tips For Success
- If you want to make a large wreath, you could use square sheets of paper that are 8 inch (20 cm). For these larger wreaths, you could use light weight cardstock.
- If you want to make a smaller wreath, you could use square sheets of paper that are 5 inch (12 cm). For these wreaths, we recommend using origami paper or lightweight paper. We don't recommend using cardstock for smaller wreaths because it can be difficult to fold.
Common Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
- Not aligning folds precisely: This can cause uneven sections in your wreath. Take your time to ensure the folds are neat and aligned.
- Using too thick paper: Stick with lightweight paper to keep the wreath flexible and easy to fold.
Color, Paper Ideas, and Variations
- For Fall or Thanksgiving: Use warm autumn colors like orange, red, and yellow for a cozy feel.
- For Christmas: Opt for classic red, green, and gold to bring holiday cheer.
- For Halloween: Black, orange, and purple create a spooky vibe.
- For Valentine's Day: Soft pinks, reds, and whites will give a sweet, romantic touch.
- For Easter: Pastel colors like mint, lavender, and yellow will fit perfectly with the season.
- You can mix and match colors to create a unique look or stick to one solid color for a more minimalist wreath.
FAQ
Yes, you can use different types of paper, but origami paper or lightweight paper works best for easy folding.
Simply adjust the size of the paper you use.
Larger square sheets will result in a bigger wreath, and smaller square sheets will make a smaller wreath.
Yes! Use a hole punch to make a small hole at the top, then thread some string through to hang it.
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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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