Fold an origami heart
A mindful, creative folding activity that soothes the nervous system and sparks joy in the process. Folding an origami heart can be a calming solo ritual or a thoughtful way to make something for someone you love.
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There’s something deeply satisfying about folding paper into a perfect little heart. The precision, rhythm, and focus required can feel like a moving meditation - giving your mind a rest from the chaos of the day.
Sometimes, having an expected outcome is just what our nervous system needs; it’s the same comfort as when a recipe turns out exactly as the picture.
All you need is a square piece of paper and a few folds to create a symbol of care and presence. You can decorate your paper beforehand, use it as a card, or string a few together for festive decoration.
Here are the detailed instructions (refer to video below too):
Step 1: Fold the square in half diagonally both ways, forming an “X” crease.
Step 2: Fold the top corner down to the centre.
Step 3: Fold the bottom corner up to meet that fold.
Step 4: From the centre bottom, fold the edges upward so they meet the middle, forming the heart’s shape.
Step 5: Adjust the small top corners inward to round the heart’s edges if desired.
Materials
Prep
Step 1:
Cut a square piece of paper.
Step 2:
Expand the description above (and check the video) for detailed steps on how to fold your heart.
Play
Follow the fold sequence above to create a heart.
Extend
Mini love note: Use the heart as a card for someone
Decorate it: Using a blank piece of paper, draw a pattern all over it on both sides before cutting it into a square to fold into a heart
Ornament heart: Add some glitter, hole punch and add string to turn it into a Christmas ornament or decoration for another special occasion!
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