How to make a 5 pointed star in origami

You want to know how to make a 5 pointed star? This craft can be used to take a few minutes to relax within your daily tasks or to get started in the world of origami.

Origami has many variants and one of them is to assemble figures with a 3D appearance. If it’s about relaxing a bit and, incidentally, polishing your motor skills, then this mental and manual action exercise is ideal because you must have your mind focused and your hands moving all the time to overcome the challenge.

In case you want how to make origami and form some animal figures or you want to go to the level of building a 5-pointed star, we have a technique for you that will help you achieve it and continue increasing your sensei abilities.

What does origami symbolize?

This ancient oriental technique is called «the art of gift wrapping the heart» because it is commonly given a connotation of respect and good wishes for life. Another symbolism is that of being a connection therapy with oneself because through concentration meditation would be achieved, which is why in Japan it is known as «mental yoga».

How is origami used?

Sometimes this art can fulfill various ceremonial and religious purposes to adorn various temples and shrines. It also serves as a gift to wish good luck, health, prosperity, as well as becoming an offering in temples and a decorative element in New Year celebrations.

How to make a 5 pointed star in origami

To make this craft you will only need a square paper and scissors because you only have to start making folds as we illustrate in this video, to finally get your 5-pointed star. Pay attention because you can’t miss any details:

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