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Finished origami christmas tree

How to Make an Origami Christmas Tree

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A tiered Christmas tree made with two small pleats. Use it as a card decoration or a gift tag.

You need: One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

Step by step

  1. Step 1: Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.
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    Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.

  2. Step 2: Fold the upper edges in to the centre crease.
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    Fold the upper edges in to the centre crease.

  3. Step 3: Turn the paper over.
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    Turn the paper over.

  4. Step 4: Fold the bottom point behind to make a flat base.
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    Fold the bottom point behind to make a flat base.

  5. Step 5: Fold the top point down.
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    Fold the top point down.

  6. Step 6: Fold it back up just below the fold, to make a step of branches.
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    Fold it back up just below the fold, to make a step of branches.

  7. Step 7: Fold the top point down again, higher up.
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    Fold the top point down again, higher up.

  8. Step 8: Fold it back up just below the fold, to make a step of branches.
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    Fold it back up just below the fold, to make a step of branches.

  9. The finished origami christmas tree
    ✓

    Your Christmas tree is done. Add a star or draw decorations.

Tips

  • Keep the pleats small and even so the tiers look balanced.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami christmas tree?

One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

How hard is it to fold?

It is rated easy and takes 8 steps. It is one of the simpler models on the site.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. The printable PDF has every diagram and step on 1 page.

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