I was in a huge debate with myself for the past week on what DIY to put up on here. Since I started this project on Thursday, i decided to do a mini throwback. In 5th-6th grade, knowing how to do origami was such a cool thing. Don't get me wrong, in my eyes it still is. While remembering how to make all the little neat origami gizmos, I decided why not incorporate it into a decoration piece? Everyone loves a bit of creativity when it comes to decoration. While browsing the net for some ideas, I came across this neat wall hang, aka origami crane mobile.
Link to the original site: http://www.apieceofkates.blogspot.com/2012/05/origami-crane-mobile.html
Since the blogger didn't give specific step by step instructions on how to make an origami crane, I decided why not make my own tutorial? Since I just finished it today (Friday) and started yesterday (Thursday) it took much longer only because I got side tracked and did some other things instead. Originally, it only takes about 2 hours. If you're a beginner to the origami world, of course it will take some time to adjust to the folds and creases; but once you get the hang of it, it's a breeze.
HOOP TUTORIAL:
In total I made 12 origami cranes, which divided up perfectly for the lining up along the hoop. After making the cranes, I decided to get a bit creative on making the hoop. To be honest, I didn't have anything resembling a hoop lying around. While roaming around the house, I found a Macy's cardboard box and cut a long rectangle piece that could easily be turned into a hoop. I stapled the ends and boom! There's your quick and easy, not to mention priceless, hoop! Having a leftover cardboard box just made me cut another piece and add a handle to the hoop so it could be easily hung. I didn't feel like painting it or adding some neat designs but of course, you all can add much more and get funky with it! Once the hoop was done, I took thread and tied 12 long pieces around the hoop. As the cranes are being tied down, you have to remember that they are coming around as a spiral. For example, the first crane is tied closest to the hoop and then the others follow in a descending/longer order. How did you attach the cranes with the thread? Well, since I didn't have a pushpin available around me, I took a big fat sewing needle and used that to poke a hole on the backs of the cranes. Once the holes were poked, I took the thread through the holes and tied it 3 times to give it a good grip.
And there you have it folks! An easy DIY wall hang. I just realized that not only can this be used as general home decor, but also nursery decor! How adorable would it look over a baby's crib?
Below is a step-by-step picture tutorial on how to make an origami crane.
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I'd love to see how they turn out for you all ツ
Good luck!
Enjoy!
Till next time,
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