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How to Make Origami Paper Easy Cat

Introduce children to the art of paper folding with this fun and easy origami paper cat craft! This step-by-step guide teaches young learners how to create an adorable cat using simple origami techniques and a single sheet of paper. Perfect for beginners, this engaging activity offers excellent craft ideas for kids looking for a creative afternoon project. It helps children develop creativity, concentration, and fine motor skills while learning the basics of origami and discovering layouts like how to make a christmas ornaments for hands-on fun. Our printable worksheets provide clear instructions that make each fold easy to follow. Kids can customize their origami cats by drawing facial features, adding colors, and decorating them with creative details. This hands-on craft is ideal for classroom activities, homeschool lessons, art projects, and fun crafting sessions at home.


How to make Origami easy paper cat: step-by-step  

Step 1: Grab a yellow-colored square piece of paper.

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Step 2: The paper should be folded diagonally in order to create the shape of a triangle

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Step 3: Unfold the paper, keeping the crease in the middle.

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Step 4: The paper is now folded diagonally to the opposite corners. The bottom edge is folded upwards until it is in line with the top corner.

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Step 5: The lower edges should be folded towards the upward direction.

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Step 6: Open the paper once more. There will be creases and lines.

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Step 7: Fold it into an elongated rectangle.

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Step 8: Smooth the folded edge in a neat manner.

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Step 9: Fold the right flap outer wards.

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Step 10: Hold the paper folded and press the fold well.

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Step 11: Fold the left side flap to the right the same way.

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Step 12: Unfold the folds at the top and gently begin forming your cat's ears.

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Step 13: Turn the paper over so that the two ears that are pointing are on top.

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Step 14: Make sure to press the ear folds in a neat manner.

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Step 15: Pinch and shape the middle of the ears.

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Step 16: Keep the cat's face, and then adjust both ears.

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Step 17: Flatten the fold of the front to create a neat face.

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Step 18: Fold the smaller edge of the side inwards to form the face.

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Step 19: Repeat the process on the opposite side, and then press the folds.

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Step 20: You've got your quick origami cat’s face now ready!

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Step 21: Get another square sheet of paper to make the body of the cat.

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Step 22: Fold this paper into two horizontal folds.

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Step 23: Unfold the paper, revealing the crease in the middle.

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Step 24: Fold the edge at the bottom up towards the centre fold.

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Step 25: Unfold the fold and then flatten the paper. You'll see the guide folds.

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Step 26: Then fold the paper horizontally in half and then fold it in half again.

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Step 27: Fold the lower edge slightly to form an elongated strip.

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Step 28: Unfold the paper and fold it in the crease that you made.

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Step 29: Fold the lower-right corner diagonally towards a crease.

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Step 30: Fold the diagonal fold in a flat way.

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Step 31: Fold your lower left corner diagonally upwards similarly.

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Step 32: Flatten both corner folds neatly.

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Step 33: Flip the paper to ensure it is straight with the folded strip on the bottom.

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Step 34: Fold the paper diagonally in order to create a huge triangle.

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Step 35: Flatten the triangle, then sharpen the fold.

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Step 36: Then fold one side of the triangle towards the centre.

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Step 37: Fold the fold until you get the shape of a cat's tail.

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Step 38: Fold the corner at the bottom upwards and then fold it firmly.

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Step 39: Fold the bottom edge of the model upwards to create the shape of the cat's body.

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Step 40: Flip the folded piece upside down and flatten it nicely. This is the body of the cat.

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Step 41: The next step is to apply a tiny amount of glue on the body piece's back.

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Step 42: Connect the body to the head of the cat and press gently to hold it in the right position.

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Step 43: Grab another piece of colored paper to make the tail of a cat. 

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Step 44: Then, cut the long curly tail using scissors.

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Step 45: Place the tail that has been cut out near the cat to determine the length and size.

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Step 46: Apply glue to one side on the back.

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Step 47: Attach the tail to the back of the cat and allow it to dry.

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Step 48: Get the googly eye and make sure it is attached to the face of the cat.

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Step 49: Apply the eye of the first googly on the face of the cat.

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Step 50: Apply the second eye to the cat's face.

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Step 51: Use a marker to trace the face of the cat as well as the mouth.

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Step 52: Draw the facial features with whiskers, if desired.

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Step 53: Use an orange crayon, marker, or pencil to create stripes and details for the cat.

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Step 54: Now your simple origami cat is finished and is ready to show off!

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