Merry Christmas Everyone :)

Holiday Season

Here at the studio we like to take some time out of our busy lives to celebrate the holiday season.
We want to take the time to wish everyone a safe and joyous season as many families will be celebrating.
We have decided that we too will be taking some time off to attend parties with friends and family for the holidays and have decided that we will postpone from uploading any tutorials or videos until the new year. Following the start of the new year, we will kick off with plenty of tutorials to celebrate the cold and frosty season.
We hope to see you all back for the new year and thank you for all your support.

New Videos Uploaded !

I have posted new videos on my account which include the 3 series rose tutorial videos, the origami star tutorial, and the clothespin love letters tutorials!
Check them out http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ZPI-KJKOVaq0ooCHmt8GQ

Clothespin Love Letter Tutorial

This is a simple, yet very cute and sweet gesture of showing that someone just how special they are to you. With these clothespin love letters you can express your feelings for them in a cute and creative way.
Check out the YouTube video by clicking on the link below:
http://youtu.be/2-aK1cqCfZ4

This video tutorial is very straight forward and self explanatory but these are just some extra tips
- You can be as creative as you like with these. It does not have to be a love letter, as you can tell from the thumbnail above. You are only limited to your imagination and creativity.
- Make sure that when you are drawing your pictures that they are in the correct sections. The inner two sections are the inside, and the ones following are what appears on the outside.

Origami Star Tutorial

Hello my viewers!
I just uploaded a new video on YouTube.
Go check it out to see how to make an origami star :)
It is said that once you make 1000, a wish will come true ~ So keep making them and maybe something in life will turn in your favor.

check out the video at the link below!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2d-YTI1mWH4&list=PLYzVhO-NWKEO_7942Ou2bTlQRyTugtw2P

Instructions: The video is straight forward but some tips to help
- the width of the paper will determine how big your star will become. The wider the paper, the bigger it will become.
- remember that you can make these stars any pattern or colour you like.
- pay close attention that your edges are lined up to create a pentagonal shape. This will allow you to create the 5 point star much more easily.
- when pinching the corners to form the 3 dimensional star, hold the edges of the pentagon so that it provides much more stability. *You will realize that if you accidentally indent your star the wrong way, it will be nearly impossible to fix. So make sure when pinching that you hold the star in place*

New Video uploaded: Origami Star Tutorial

Rose Tutorials Posted Tomorrow

After setbacks last week on rendering problems, we have finally been able to export the videos. All 3 parts of the origami rose tutorial videos will be posted tomorrow to my YouTube channel.
I have also already uploaded the in-depth instructions below for those who require additional help. Thank you for your time and support.
Remember to follow us on YouTube and share our videos to everyone.
- Cheers

New Video uploaded: Origami Flower Tutorial

Upload errors

It has come to my attention that my recent 3 series tutorial videos of the origami rose failed  to upload to YouTube. We are working hard to export our edited video from the video manager and we plan to re-render our video so that it can be properly uploaded. Sorry for this inconvenience. Feel free to check out my other tutorial in the above post. Remember to support us with feedback so we know how to make our blog, and YouTube videos more engaging and interesting to watch.
- Cheers

Origami Flower Tutorial

This tutorial is on my YouTube Channel:
http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ZPI-KJKOVaq0ooCHmt8GQ

Although this video tutorial is pretty straight forward, I promised to make written instructions.
Here is a direct link to the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5fQK8AGRa8
Below is a more in-depth set of instructions that will assist you in creating this origami rose.

0: 17 - start off with a square piece of paper and fold it in half diagonally
0:19 - fold the corners of the triangle up towards the top point of the triangle.
0:32 fold the flaps so that the edge matches the side edge of the square
0:47 - fold the top parts of the flaps down so that it is in line with the top edges
1:04 - unfold the flaps and flatten them down so they overlap the square.
1: 24 fold down the top part of the flap again.
1: 32 - collapse the flaps and fold the pedal together to form a cone shape.
2:00 - create 4 more of these pedals (or as many as you want) and tape them together.

 

Origami Rose Tutorial

This tutorial is on my YouTube Channel:
http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ZPI-KJKOVaq0ooCHmt8GQ

This is a 3 part tutorial series so make sure you take a look at them all.
Below is a more in-depth set of instructions that will assist you in creating this origami rose.

Part 1

0:06 - start off with a square piece of paper and fold it diagonally in both ways.

0:31 - fold the paper in half.

0:44 - fold the both sides of the paper so that it meets the center line.

1:00 - continue folding the paper into 1/4, 1/6, and 1/8. In the end, you should have a piece of paper that is divided equally into 8 strips vertically.

1:40 - then you just do the exact same in the other direction. If this is done correctly, you should have an 8x8 grid that is perfectly even and symmetrical.

2:44 - fold the corners up to fold a small triangle, and do this for all four sides. Remember to follow the guide lines of the 8x8 grid to ensure you make accurate/proportional creases.

3:05 - Fold these edges to the center line(axis), and do the same for all four sides.

3:35 - fold the opposite edges (the sides without the triangle folds) to the top crease. This top crease is the first crease in the 8x8 grid. Essentially we are bringing the edge to that visible crease. Then, DO NOT crease all the way across the paper. Just crease it only in the middle, approximately a thumb width, or 1x1 grid square.

3:40 - do this for all four sides.

Part 2

0:13 - after watching the end of part one, you should end up with a small square in the center of your paper.

0:20 - fold the corner edges (the sides with the triangle fold) from the bottom, to the top of the triangle point. Make sure that before you crease it that the edges line up with the grid lines made before.

0:30 - do this for all four sides.

1:00 - next fold along the gridlines, to crease a small triangle. Fold the side edge so it matches up with the right side of the small triangles we made earlier. Crease only so that it completes the missing part of the triangle. In other words, only crease up to the 1/4 grid line. Then fold the bottom edge up to that point, and crease to the right.

1:45 - if this is done correctly, after creasing, you should have formed a small triangle. Do this for all four sides.

* Remember that you can always pause, rewind, and slow down the video so that you ensure your success! Good luck*

2:02 - now we want to refold/crease the previous creases that make up the center axis.

2:14 - find that small square that we made earlier, and re-crease those too. It helps to push from underneath the paper while creasing the square to create a harder fold.

2:25 - next we want to press in the square so we can start creating a 3 dimensional shape. Press the center of the square so that we can compress it and fold it into the two sides.

2:40 - bring the two sides together by squishing the square, and pressing both sides inwards. After, flatten the paper, and open up the flaps. Your paper should now look like a pinwheel.

3:10 - pay attention to this fold, as it's a demonstration of what we are about to do on the other side. Simply push up and fold along the previous creases to create a 3 dimensional piece.

3:30 - now it's time to transfer what we just learned onto the other side of the paper. * You will know which side is the correct side because the correct side does not have the triangle figures*

3:50 - you may have to double back on your creases in order for the paper to stay up.

 3:57 - after successfully completing one, do the same thing for the remaining 3 sides.

Part 3

0:15 - we left off with two sides to complete, so if you haven't yet completed them, you can do so now.

0:36 - the next few folds can be difficult for some, but just remember to pay close attention to the video, and rewind if you need. Remember that if you did all the pre-folding correctly, you should not have to force a fold. It should just fold with ease over the crease you previously made.

0:43 - fold along the diagonal crease, then fold along the other diagonal crease on the left side. After fold the flap under the bottom to ensure that it stays still.

1:00 - after you complete one, try and complete the other 3 sides. Remember that you can use tape instead of folding the flap under. It may be easier for you.

1:45 - Make sure that all the creases and everything is folded neatly. Tape may be used for this step.

1:55 - flip the rose over and hold it in one hand while the other makes sure everything looks nice and tight.

2:13 - now, just like closing a cardboard box, overlap the layers clockwise to close the bottom. * the last flap may be harder than the others to tuck underneath, but take your time.

2:50 - the rose is almost complete, but we can still add some finishing touches to make it look more like a rose.

2:56 - take a pencil or long tool to help you with the next part. Insert it into the center hole and trace the pedals to give it a more roundish look. Remember to apply pressure to get rid of the sharp corners and creases.

3:43 - lastly, you can fold down the bottom flaps to make it look like the pedals of a rose. This part is completely optional but it does give it more of a realistic look and feel.