Origami Paper

Create Intricate Paper Sculptures With Origami Paper From Spotlight

Origami is a fun and rewarding craft that only needs one thing to start - paper! At Spotlight our origami paper is perfect for folding into all sorts of shapes, and it can be used for other papercraft hobbies as well.

Our origami paper comes from the well-known brand Crafter's Choice, and with a wide variety of colours and patterns available, you'll always be able to find the perfect plain or patterned origami paper here!

What is origami?

Today we know origami as the art of paper folding, creating intricate 3D shapes and figures without cutting or gluing at any point. While the nature of recreational origami has changed since it originated in Japan in the late 1500s, it is now commonly enjoyed across the globe as a hobby anyone can take up!

Origami commonly uses a single square sheet of paper with one coloured side and one white side. Square origami paper must be able to hold a crease, as this will allow the figure to stay in shape once folded.

Origami paper FAQs

What is origami paper?

While you can technically make origami with paper of any shape, most origami paper is square, thin and only coloured on one side. Square origami paper sizes include 7.5cm squares, 15cm squares and large 25cm squares. Origami paper can come in any colour, print or pattern - red origami paper is very popular, as are Japanese floral designs for more intricate work.

How to make paper origami

While there are many easy instructions to find in books or on the internet, the most important things to remember when making paper origami are to fold precisely and sharply. This means lining up your paper carefully when making any folds to ensure it is folded evenly, and pressing down sharply as you fold to create a thin, clean crease.

How big is origami paper?

Origami paper can come in large 35cm x 35cm sheets if you need to make large or very detailed origami sculptures.

What Else Can I Find At Spotlight?

We have a huge range of papercraft supplies at Spotlight, including:

• Poster paper and boards: Our poster paper and poster boards are stiff and strong, ideal for creating posters you will need to display.
• Scrapbooks: Record your memories the crafty way in any of our quality scrapbooks.
• Cardstock: Our beautiful range of cardstock has a lovely variety of coloured and patterned cards ideal for your next papercraft project.

For more types of paper, as well as paper pads and loose-leaf paper, browse our extensive paper and cardboard range today!

Find the right origami paper at Spotlight

Ready to start creating some origami? Choose your origami paper online, pay your way and we'll deliver your origami paper straight to your front door. You can also visit your nearest Spotlight store to shop for plain and patterned origami paper in person.

For more information on Spotlight's collection of papercraft, read through our buying guide on paper and card. And if it's origami inspiration you're after, try making our free origami bag, jar cranes and bag projects.