This origami chicken in egg is a fun and festive Easter craft that’s perfect for decorations, greeting cards, or DIY gifts.
Made with just one sheet of paper, this adorable chick peeking from its eggshell is a must-try!
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Spring is the season of new beginnings, fresh blooms, and adorable baby animals, making it the perfect time for crafting!
Whether you're decorating for Easter, looking for a fun classroom project, or just want to enjoy a simple yet adorable paper craft, this origami chicken in egg is a fantastic choice.
With just one sheet of paper, you can create a cute little chick peeking out from a cracked eggshell—no glue, scissors, or complicated folds required!
This easy origami design is great for kids and beginners, making it a fun and mess-free activity for families, classrooms, or craft parties.
Use soft pastel colors for a classic Easter look, or go for bold, playful shades to make a bright and cheerful display.
The finished piece can be used as a table decoration, greeting card embellishment, party favor, or even a fun garland when you make several and string them together!
If you're planning an Easter celebration, spring-themed gathering, or just want a quick and creative craft to brighten your day, this origami project is a must-try.
Plus, you can get creative with markers, stickers, or patterned paper to personalize your little chick.
It’s simple, fun, and a great way to welcome the joys of spring!
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Beginner-Friendly – Simple folds with no tricky steps.
- Great for Kids – A fun and engaging activity for all ages.
- One Sheet of Paper – No cutting or gluing required.
- Perfect for Easter & Spring – A great seasonal craft.
- Customizable – Experiment with different colors and patterns.
Skill Level
★★☆☆☆ (Easy)
Materials Needed
- 1 sheet of square origami paper
- Markers to decorate your chicken
Instructions
Step 1: Start with the color you want your chicken to be facing down. The color facing up will become your egg color (in this case our egg will be white and chicken will be pink). Arrange your paper to sit like a diamond shape.
Step 2: Fold the left point to meet the right point.
Step 3: Unfold previous step.
Step 4: Fold the bottom point up to meet the top point.
Step 5: Fold the top point down (top layer only) to meet the bottom edge.
Step 6: Fold that same point up but this time to meet the line shown.
Step 7: Once again, fold that same point down to meet the line shown.
Step 8: Fold the bottom edge of the flap up to meet the line shown.
Step 9: Unfold the top flap.
Step 10: Fold the bottom point up along the line shown.
Step 11: Fold the same point down along the line shown.
Step 12: Once more, fold the same point up along the line shown.
Step 13: Flip your paper over from left to right.
Step 14: Fold the top right edge of the paper down to meet the bottom edge.
Step 15: Unfold previous step.
Step 16: Fold the bottom right point up to meet the point shown.
Step 17: Fold that same point back towards the right to meet the point shown.
Step 18: Fold the bottom left point to the right to meet the point shown.
Step 19: Fold that same point back towards the left to meet the point shown.
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Step 20: Fold the top point down to meet the point shown.
Step 21: Fold both the left and right flaps outward along the lines shown.
Step 22: Fold the left and right bottom edges inward along the lines shown.
Step 23: Fold the middle left and right corners inward slightly.
Step 24: Flip your paper over. Completed origami chicken. Optional: decorate with markers or stickers.
Tips For Success
- Use double-sided origami paper to get a nice contrast between the chick and the eggshell.
- Press folds firmly for a crisp and polished look.
- Make a garland by stringing several chicks together!
Color, Paper Ideas, and Variations
- Classic Yellow Chick & White Egg – Traditional Easter colors.
- Pastel Colors – Soft pinks, blues, and greens for a spring vibe.
- Speckled or Patterned Paper – Use decorative paper to create a more realistic eggshell.
- Golden Chick – Use metallic gold paper for a unique touch!
FAQ
Yes! Just make sure to fold carefully for crisp edges. Cut your printer paper into a square before folding.
Simply glue the finished origami onto cardstock and write your message inside.
Choose a paper with contrasting colors or use markers to add details.
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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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