Introduction
折り紙, or origami, is a traditional Japanese art of folding papers into various shapes and figures. One of the most popular origami creations is the こま, or spinning top. In this tutorial, we will show you how to make a こま using simple folding techniques. This tutorial is suitable for beginners and all ages.
Materials
To make a こま, you will need:
- A square paper (recommended size is 15cm x 15cm)
- A pair of scissors (optional)
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Step 1: Fold the Paper in Half
Take the square paper and fold it in half diagonally. Crease the fold well and then unfold it to reveal a crease line.
Step 2: Fold the Corners
Take one corner of the paper and fold it towards the center crease line. Do the same for the other corner. Crease the folds well.
Step 3: Fold the Top Layer
Take the top layer of the paper and fold it downwards along the horizontal crease line. Crease the fold well.
Step 4: Fold the Bottom Layer
Take the bottom layer of the paper and fold it upwards along the horizontal crease line. Crease the fold well.
Step 5: Fold the Corners Again
Take one corner of the paper and fold it towards the center crease line. Do the same for the other corner. Crease the folds well.
Step 6: Tuck in the Flaps
Take the two flaps that are sticking out and tuck them into the pockets that were created in step 5. Make sure the flaps are tucked in securely and the edges are aligned.
Step 7: Fold the Top Layer
Take the top layer of the paper and fold it downwards along the horizontal crease line. Crease the fold well.
Step 8: Fold the Bottom Layer
Take the bottom layer of the paper and fold it upwards along the horizontal crease line. Crease the fold well.
Step 9: Create the Spinning Top
Hold the paper at the center and spin it. You have now created a spinning top!
Conclusion
折り紙 こま の 作り方 is a fun and easy tutorial that anyone can follow. With just a few folds, you can create a spinning top that will provide hours of entertainment. Experiment with different paper sizes and colors to create a unique collection of spinning tops. Happy folding!
