Origami is a beautiful and interesting art, but in addition to aesthetic pleasure, it can also be useful. In every home there is a mass of objects, stationery and various little things that there is nowhere to store. Using the origami technique, without using glue and scissors, you can fold a sturdy and neat box in which you can store any items. In addition, hand-folded boxes will become versatile packaging for your gifts to friends and family.
Instructions
Step 1
To make a paper box, take a square sheet of heavy paper and fold it in half, aligning the top and bottom edges. After that, bend both lower halves of the sheet up so that the horizontal fold line of each half passes just above the middle of the workpiece. The edges of both halves of the part should protrude slightly beyond the upper fold edge of the future box.
Step 2
Now fold up the left and right corners of the top layer of paper closest to you. Bend the back corners of the figure in the same way. Above the line of the folded up corners, you will see a narrow strip of paper. Bend these strips towards you on the back and front of the figure to make the folds of the future box.
Step 3
Unfold the lower edges of the workpiece, both at the front and at the back. The blank has acquired a flat shape resembling a rectangle with two border-lapels in the middle. Take the figurine by these cuffs and pull them to the sides, revealing the workpiece.
Step 4
A paper box is ready - everyone can fold it in a matter of minutes. If you make the exact same box in a larger size, you can use it as the lid of the previous box.
Step 5
Make several similar paper boxes at once to store a variety of things in your home. The gift box can be folded from beautiful wrapping paper with bright and festive colors, as well as decorated with ribbons.
