Craft an Elegant Origami Lotus Blossom Using This Straightforward Tutorial
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The origami lotus flower project is a captivating activity suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters. This paper art is not only a symbol of beauty, purity, and resilience in Japanese culture, but also carries profound meanings associated with overcoming adversity, maintaining integrity, and enlightenment.
To begin, prepare a 20 cm (8′′) square piece of paper, coloured on both sides. The paper will be folded four times during the base folds, and flipped over three times throughout the process.
Step 1: Fold all four corners into the center to form the first layer of petals. Press firmly to secure the folds.
Step 2: Carefully lift each petal, starting with the outer layer, and curve them gently upward. For a more realistic look, roll the edges inward slightly.
Step 3: Adjust the petals to create a balanced, circular, two-layer flower with inner and outer petals.
For a visual demonstration, there are numerous video guides available online. A highly recommended tutorial is the one by Art and Nature 24 on YouTube, which offers a clear and simple guide to creating a beautiful DIY lotus flower using basic folds [2]. Another popular beginner-friendly video is titled "This Easy Origami Lotus Will Blow Your Mind," available on YouTube, which uses just one square piece of paper and provides easy-to-follow steps [5].
For those seeking more detailed and artistic folds, including multi-layered lotus flowers, Mia Semingson’s Creativebug class offers an 18-minute video guide with tools and paper recommendations, as well as intricate folding tips [3]. For quick visual guidance, short origami lotus folding videos can be found on platforms like TikTok from DIY Art&Craft Hobby for inspiration and simple demonstrations [4].
Once you've mastered the basics, feel free to experiment with different paper sizes and colours to create lotus flowers of various sizes and hues. Share your thoughts on the lotus flower paper folding process in the comments, and show off your creations!
Immerse yourself in a harmonious fusion of home-and-garden aesthetics and the zen-like tranquility of origami, by displaying your completed lotus flowers as decorative elements. The enchanting beauty of these handcrafted flowers adds a unique, distressing touch to your lifestyle, whether adorning a striking vase or nestled among lush greenery in your home-and-garden sanctuary.
