Peacefully Folding Blog

Origami paper star ornament

2010-10-30T09:18:00.001-04:00

Need to get a head-start on your Christmas ornaments this year? Give this origami paper star ornament a try, thanks to Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures.

I usually participate in our church's handmade ornament parties each year, so I've been brainstorming. Last year, I made these Christmas tree ornaments. Do you guys attend/host a handmade Christmas ornament party? It's a great way to collect ornaments too.

Origami lotus drawstring bag

2010-10-28T09:12:00.001-04:00

For the crafty people who enjoy origami and sewing - an origami lotus drawstring bag via Exchanging Fire. What a beautiful pattern... I wish I could sew!

Tissue paper flower garland DIY

2010-10-26T09:01:00.000-04:00

Check out this lovely tissue paper flower garland from Ruffled. This makes such a beautiful wedding centerpiece, or even something for the Spring/Summer weather (in some parts of the world). You'll learn how to make paper roses, paper lilies, paper daisies and paper dahlias.

Anyway, what are you doing for Halloween? I've been trying to find a fun costume party to attend, I may dress up as a fairy... got the idea from Inside Out Elle. Which means I will be shopping at the craft stores this week! :] Be safe!

Free origami paper

2010-10-24T13:43:00.000-04:00

Everything in Paper Crafting is offering 50 free sheets of origami paper - they even pay shipping! They are doing this because they want you to give origami a try, and maybe you will come back to buy more origami paper from them in the future. Give it a try! I just submitted my info, so hopefully will be getting some free origami paper soon:]

Click here to get your origami paper free.

More origami fashion

2010-10-23T13:50:00.000-04:00

I haven't posted one of these origami fashion posts in a while. Here are some of my favorites, apparently John Galliano creates many origami inspired pieces! Click here to see the original post of 35+ origami inspired fashion via DesigniousTimes

John Galliano for Christian Dior

Diego Dolcini

John Galliano for Christian Dior

Happy Saturday!
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Fall garland - pumpkins and apples

2010-10-20T09:35:00.000-04:00

Are you guys tired of the Halloween postings? Well, I guess this pumpkin and apple garland could be Fall-ish :] via A Glimpse Inside.

Cool paper pumpkins!

2010-10-19T10:30:00.001-04:00

Ok, wow, these are the coolest things I've seen for Halloween tutorials! Paper pumpkins by Whippeberry
I don't know what I would actually do with it when I finish making them... I'll probably stare at them because they are so awesome...! haha! Happy Tuesday

Coiled magazine bowl

2010-10-18T07:15:00.000-04:00

What a great way to recycle your used magazines! Give this coiled magazine bowl a try before you stash your mags - via Frugal Upstate. I might try to make a mirror and a bowl :]

Halloween treat bags

2010-10-17T08:21:00.000-04:00

Here's a cool way to make your own Halloween treat bags. Even though the kids will probably rip into the bag, I still think it's a creative way to make your bags instead of buying them this year.Thanks to Ready, Set, Craft!

Free cupcake stand template

2010-10-16T22:08:00.001-04:00

What a cute decor for a tea party, check out this free printable cupcake stand template, thanks to Bird Crafts!

Halloween garland

2010-10-09T09:17:00.000-04:00

Check out this free printable Halloween garland template via AllCrafts. Spooky!

Printable Halloween bookmarks

2010-10-05T08:19:00.000-04:00

Free printable Halloween bookmarks, courtesy of Cute and Crafty by Victoria

Origami Business Card Holder - tutorial

2010-10-02T10:07:00.001-04:00

Here's a fun way to store those business cards. You will need an 8x8in square sheet of paper and a couple of business cards. In this tutorial, I used a larger sheet for demonstration. Have fun!

1. Begin with the white side of the paper facing you. Fold the paper until you get 16 squares. Fold the sides toward the middle, and then fold the sides toward the crease you just made. Repeat on all four sides of the square.

2. Fold the four corners in towards the crease.

3. Fold the left and right sides to the middle crease, and flip the diagram to the back.

4. Fold top and bottom sides to the middle crease.

5. You can now store your business cards on the inside of the diamond, and you can also fold it in the middle and use the other side to store more business cards!

Spikey paper bows

2010-09-29T09:06:00.008-04:00

I absolutely adore this spikey paper bow! What a fun way to make Christmas bows this year! Well... no, maybe more like birthday present bows. What do you think? via Cool Picture Gallery

Printable Candy Pouch

2010-09-27T10:00:00.000-04:00

A very thoughtful treat for friends - check out this printable candy pouch by IS-LY. She made them for her sick neighbors. Love thy neighbors!

Modular origami pineapple

2010-09-25T08:46:00.003-04:00

Ohh! I love these modular origami types. Check out this fun origami pineapple from Let's Create. One of my friends can make swans using these origami triangles. This takes alot of time and patience! Make sure you browse Helen's blog, there's a lot of paper crafts ideas! Enjoy :)

Paper flowers

2010-09-23T10:07:00.000-04:00

Alas, here comes the start of Fall projects and holiday ideas. Try these Autumn paper flowers by Punk Projects. I love her vase!

On a side note, if you spot a paper craft tutorial and would like to submit it, please use the contact option on the top. I'm sure our readers would be very delighted!

Origami lined envelopes

2010-09-21T08:02:00.000-04:00

Have some left over origami paper? Want to add a extra special touch on the letters? Try this origami lined envelope idea from A Little Design Everyday, there's also a picture of a map lined envelope towards the bottom for all the maps you have laying around.

Simple paper ornaments

2010-09-19T07:58:00.000-04:00

A very simple paper ornament by Folk Craft. Another easy one to do!

Natural Alphabets

2010-09-17T09:17:00.003-04:00

Another fun project for the Fall - check out this Nature Alphabets from Our Big Earth. Robin says it's a fun, week long project for homeschooling kindergarten children. I think it's an excuse to get creative! Look at the mouse on the M :]

Falloween Garland

2010-09-15T08:57:00.000-04:00

I enjoyed looking at the pictures of this wordless tutorial of this fun Falloween (Fall/Halloween) garland! Made with concentrated fruit juice containers, toilet paper rolls, and some paint! Sure is festive and creative for the upcoming season. Thanks to Michele Made Me! Have you made anything new for Fall yet?

Summer is over!

2010-09-13T11:00:00.000-04:00

I saw this cool end of summer project at Ideas for Scrapbookers. This site is filled with fun and free templates and tutorials for scrapbook lovers. Here's one of their latest ones - the flip flop accordion album. It's a great way to put all your vacation pictures together. I'm definitely looking forward to the upcoming fall weather :]

Paper Lantern Tutorial

2010-08-16T10:41:00.000-04:00

A very simple and easy to make paper lantern. via Two Crazy Crafters

DIY paper pencil case

2010-08-12T09:32:00.000-04:00

Get creative with this back-to-school project. You can use any kind of scrapbook paper to make this neat paper pencil case. I'm sure your friends will be amazed that you made it yourself! via Craft Jr

Origami star decor

2010-08-09T08:33:00.000-04:00

Decorate your windows with these fun and easy to fold origami stars! This sort of reminds me of teabag folding. Thanks to Kimara of Wee Folk Art for sharing this tutorial (and with many pictures too!)