If you like origami Christmas tree ornaments, you will have so much fun making an origami Christmas stocking. Just follow the step by step instructions to make your very own origami stocking craft. Kids of all ages can get involved in this Christmas origami idea.
How to Fold an Origami Christmas Stocking
Here at Kids Activities Blog, we love making handmade items for Christmas. They are a fun way for kids of all ages to entertain themselves while working on their fine motor skills, and the end result is a stocking you can actually use.
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This is an easy project for kids of all ages, including kids in kindergarten and older kids. Plus, you can actually put all sorts of candies inside! Score!
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Supplies Needed for Origami Stocking
- 1 sheet of origami paper – red on one side, white on other
Instructions To Make An Origami Stocking
Step 1
With the right side (the color you want showing) facing down, make a diagonal crease between opposing corners with a diagonal fold.
Step 2
Open.
Step 3
Fold top edge down 1/2 inch.
Step 4
Fold bottom edge up to meet the folded down top edge.
Step 5
Fold the top right corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
Step 6
Fold the top left corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
Step 7
Again, fold the top left corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
Step 8
Fold the top right corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
Step 9
Form the toe of the stocking by lifting the bottom flap, pulling the center forward and curving with a finger or thumb.
Step 10
Form the body of the stocking by wrapping the side edges backward until they meet, tucking the corners of one side into the top and bottom folds of the other.
Step 11
Now fill the inside of the stocking with goodies!
FINISHED CHRISTMAS ORIGAMI Stocking
So beautiful and fun, wasn’t it? You can make own for every member of the family, or better yet, gather everyone for some family fun. Don’t forget to write down the names and add their favorite candy!
MORE CHRISTMAS ORIGAMI FOR KIDS
- Make an origami wreath
- Fold an origami envelope
- Make an origami Christmas tree
- Fold origami ornaments
- Create the coolest origami stars
- Make an origami Santa Claus
Origami Stocking Craft
Make your own origami stocking craft with a piece of paper!
Materials
- 1 sheet of origami paper
Instructions
- With the right side (the color you want showing) facing down:
- Make a diagonal crease between opposing corners with a diagonal fold.
- Open.
- Fold top edge down 1/2 inch.
- Fold bottom edge up to meet the folded down top edge.
- Fold the top right corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
- Fold the top left corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
- Again,
- Fold the top left corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
- Fold the top right corner of the bottom flap down, aligning with the bottom edge.
- Form the toe of the stocking by lifting the bottom flap, pulling the center forward and curving with a finger or thumb.
- Form the body of the stocking by wrapping the side edges backward until they meet, tucking the corners of one side into the top and bottom folds of the other.
- Now fill the inside of the stocking with goodies!
WANT MORE CHRISTMAS CRAFTS? TRY THESE FROM KIDS ACTIVITIES BLOG:
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- Sew your own Christmas stocking for unique home decor.
- Christmas scavenger hunt is the perfect family fun for game night.
- This Christmas tree crafting is a fun way to re-purpose this holiday season.
- Take a look at this Christmas stocking template craft.
Did you like making this origami stocking? We hope you liked it as much as we did!
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