Thursday, December 4, 2014

Glittered Origami Christmas Trees



I saw a darling folded Christmas tree on Pinterest a few days ago, and on a whim decided to try it out with some scrapbook paper. It proved to be not only easy and quick, but the learning curve was abnormally NOT steep for an origami project. I typically have to look at the pictures on the second, third and fourth time of making something before I have it memorized. This took one time. Uno. And my 11-year-old son came along and made one pretty easily after me (his is the one with the deer). 

After admiring my cute trees for a couple of hours, I had the idea of adding glitter--like snow-- to the edges. I LOVED the results. So easy and inexpensive, yet they look like something from Anthropologie, am I right?  



Want to make your own? 

Here's what you'll need:


1. Follow the instructions above to make the trees. If your paper is double sided, have the side you want showing out as you proceed in the folding process.

2. Once the trees are made, outline the folded edges with glitter paint.  Let it dry, and you're done!  












27 comments:

  1. So cute! I made these (minus glitter) with my girls during the Christmas devotional broadcast on Sunday. They were easy, they are sturdy and they are cute even in solid colors (I didn't have cute Christmas paper). Thanks for sharing! They are now adorning my kitchen table as an accent to my centerpiece. :)

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    1. Yay, Sarah! I'm so glad you made them and are enjoying their quaint beauty. We have ours around our kitchen table centerpiece, too!

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  2. I wonder how I'd go making tiny ones as hanging ornaments? I think I best start with the bigger ones ;o)

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    1. I love the idea of tiny ones as ornaments! I'm sure they would be darling! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. This is so cute! I could think of so many ways to use these for decorating. Thanks for joining us for Hump Day Happenings.

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    1. Thanks, Jenna. I was excited with how cute and easy they turned out to be! I always enjoy your party each week. Thanks for hosting!

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  4. These are really cute and would be fun to do with the kids - will be featuring it next week. Thanks for linking to Craftastic Monday at Sew Can Do!

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    1. Thank you, Cheryl! I think they are a great kid craft. Quick, easy, and very gratifying results. I will look forward to seeing the feature next Monday. I appreciate it!

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  5. This is so clever. They would look awesome decorating the Christmas dinner table! Fun activity for the kids too :-)

    Thanks for sharing at Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning.

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    1. Thanks, Catherine. I have mine on my dinner table--they are pretty and non-breakable--perfect for a family with children!
      I always enjoy your party each week. Thanks for being such a gracious host.

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  6. These are beautiful and I love the papers you chose for them. A cluster of these would be beautiful as a table decoration. Pinning. Thanks for sharing on Merry Monday!

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    1. Thank you, Rachel. I have loved them on my kitchen table this year!

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  7. How lovely are these trees! Thank you for sharing them at Make It Monday.

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    1. Thanks, Donna! They are as easy as they are lovely, too. :) Happy Holidays!

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  8. These are adorable! Can't wait to give this a try!

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    1. Thank you, Amy. You won't be disappointed. It is a very rewarding craft.

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  9. hey love, featured this in a round up! http://liverandomlysimple.com/25-stunning-diy-christmas-decor-projects-anyone-can-make/ hope you make it to the link up tonight at 10 :)
    Have a wonderful week!
    Jess
    Live Randomly Simple

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    1. Wow! Thank you for all the features! This may be the first time my crafts have been called "kick-a**"! I am flattered!

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  10. Hooray! Your Glittered Origami Trees will be featured on Two Uses Tuesday tomorrow at Sarah Celebrates! Stop by to check it out and share some more!

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    1. Awesome, Sarah! I will definitely be by to see it and share! Happy Holidays!

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  11. LOVE these trees, Kelly!
    So much, I featured you at this week's party at Retro RePin! Hope you stop by to grab your feature and link up again! Thank you so much for sharing! Merry Christmas!

    Robin at

    http://redoityourselfinspirations.blogspot.com/2014/12/retro-re-pin-party-22.html

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    1. Thank you, Robin! I love the Retro RePin! Merry Christmas to you, too!

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  12. Love love love these! Thanks so much for sharing at On Display Thursday! You are being featured tomorrow as our most clicked link - yay!

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    1. I am thrilled to be featured tomorrow, Bre! Thank you and Merry Christmas!

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  13. What a wonderful idea! My daughter will love it too. Thanks for sharing! Found you at Think and Make Thursdays.

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  14. These are adorable as well! I really need to start thinking about decorations so the cold weather isn't so bad.

    Thanks for linking up! #FridayFrivolity

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  15. Oh my gosh, these totally look like something from Anthropologie! What a nifty little craft. :) Thank you for sharing at Friday Frivolity!! Pinning and tweeting...

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