A simple tutorial for hand-made origami for ages 7 to 12 is as follows:
Material preparation: 4 pieces of 7.5cm*7.5cm square paper,
1. Take a square piece Fold the paper to make a "X" crease, as shown in the picture.
2. Fold one end of the square in half toward the center line, as shown in the picture.
3. Turn to the back, and fold the left and right corners of the end folded in the second step toward the midline, as shown in the picture.
4. Fold the top corner back in half, and then fold the remaining part according to the love head fold method, as shown in the picture.
5. Fold the left and right sides toward the center line, then turn the paper over, and a four-leaf clover leaf will be folded, as shown in the picture.
6. Fold three more identical leaves, as shown in the picture.
7. Take two leaves, insert one leaf into the other, and insert the remaining two leaves in sequence, and a beautiful four-leaf clover will be folded, as shown in the picture.
Notes on manual origami:
1. Choose the right paper
When doing origami, you should choose paper with good texture and moderate thickness. Paper that is too thin is easy to break, and paper that is too thick is difficult to fold.
2. Pay attention to hygiene
Pay attention to hygiene when folding handicrafts, especially for food-related works. Clean paper and tools should be used to avoid food residue or dirt contaminating the work.
3. Follow the correct folding steps
When folding, you should follow the correct folding steps and order to avoid damage to the paper or distortion of the shape. If you encounter difficulties, you can refer to relevant tutorials or videos.
4. Protect your fingers
Pay attention to the protection of your fingers when folding your hands to avoid injury to your fingers caused by excessive force or use of sharp tools.
5. Arrange your time reasonably
Although handicrafts are a relaxing and enjoyable activity, it should not be overindulged. Arrange your time reasonably to avoid affecting normal work and life.
6. Safety first
When doing folding work, special attention should be paid to safety issues. Avoid using long pieces of paper or sharp tools to avoid accidental injuries. Especially when doing folding craft activities with children, pay close attention to their safety.
7. Respect originality
When making handmade creations, originality and intellectual property rights should be respected. Avoid plagiarism or unauthorized reproduction of the work of others.
8. Keep the environment clean and tidy
When performing handicraft activities, pay attention to keeping the environment tidy. Clean up paper scraps and debris promptly to avoid affecting the home or work environment.