My mind is boggled with how many ideas there are for how to do origami, and the lengths people take it to be creative and thoughtful in making their beautiful creations. Origami is so satisfying. I’m only at a beginner level, but even making something like a little box or a tree was fun and cool to see come to life.

I have learned a few things from this inquiry project, with one being that it is challenging to be a beginner at something!It is hard for me not to be discouraged sometimes when I am struggling with a fairly simple creation and it still does not turn out how I want it. Really taking the time to enjoy the process, putting some music on, and just playing was helpful in making it more enjoyable. It’s all about practice!

To keep motivated, I have recruited a friend to have a holiday origami crafting afternoon with me so we can try out some more challenging creations and I can get help with instructions if it gets tricky! I think the extra brain and hands will be helpful for me so I stay motivated! I also will be doing origami in out of school care and trying to build my repertoire as well as teaching a couple of my favourites.