DIY Origami Tissue Box: A Step-by-Step Guide and Creative Project

Creating a small origami tissue box is a fun and creative project that adds a personal touch to any space! This guide will walk you through the process of making a simple yet elegant origami tissue box using basic origami techniques. You will need a square piece of paper, preferably a little thicker for stability.

Materials Needed

A square piece of paper (around 20 cm x 20 cm for a good size) Scissors (if you need to cut your paper) A ruler (optional) A pencil (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Paper

Start with a Square: If your paper is not already square, use a ruler and scissors to cut it into a square shape.

Step 2: Fold the Paper

Create Base Folds:

First, fold the paper in half diagonally to form a triangle. Unfold. Then fold the paper in half diagonally the other way to form another triangle. Unfold. Now fold the paper in half horizontally and vertically, creating a grid of creases. Unfold.

This will help create the structure needed for your box.

Step 3: Form the Box Sides

Bring the top corner down to the center crease, making a triangle. Repeat for the bottom corner, bringing it up to the center crease.

Then fold the left and right corners to the center crease, creating a smaller square shape.

Step 4: Create the Box Shape

Fold the top edge of the square down to meet the bottom edge. This will start forming the sides of the box.

Flip the paper over and repeat the folds on the opposite side.

Step 5: Assemble the Tissue Box

Open up the folds slightly to create a box shape.

Tuck the corners of the paper into each other to secure the shape. Adjust the sides to make sure it holds together well.

Step 6: Create the Opening for Tissues

Use scissors to make a small rectangular opening in the center of the top of the box. This is where you will place the tissues.

Step 7: Finishing Touches

Decorate the outside of your tissue box with markers or stickers to personalize it (optional).

Use decorative origami paper for a more colorful and attractive tissue box. Ensure your folds are crisp for a more professional look. For a sturdier box, consider using cardstock instead of regular paper.

Conclusion

Now you have a small DIY origami tissue box! You can fill it with tissues or use it as a decorative piece. Enjoy your crafting!