Father’s Day is a special time to show our dads how much we love them. One fun way to do this is by making an origami shirt. It’s easy and fun, and you can do it with your family. Let’s learn how to make one!
Here’s what you need to get started:
First, fold your paper in half from top to bottom. Make sure the corners match up, and press down to make a line in the middle. Then, open the paper back up.
Next, fold the sides of the paper towards the middle line you just made. This will be the sides of your shirt. Press down to keep the folds in place.
Turn the paper over and fold the top edge down to make the collar. You can make it thick or thin, however you like. Turn the paper back over and fold the top edge down again to make a crease, then unfold it.
Fold the top corners down to meet the middle line and the crease you just made. This will make the collar points of your shirt.
To make the sleeves, fold the bottom corners of the shirt outwards. If you need help, you can make a little line to guide you. Once the sleeves are folded, tuck the bottom edge under the collar, keeping the middle line straight.
Press down on all the folds to keep them in place. Your origami shirt is almost ready!
Open the paper a little to draw a tie. Start with a “V” shape at the top of the shirt. Then, draw an upside-down “V” for the long part of the tie, and finish with another “V” at the bottom.
Now you can decorate your tie and shirt! Add stripes, dots, or any patterns you like.
Before coloring, turn the shirt over and write a nice message to your dad. This will make your gift even more special.
It’s time to color your tie and shirt. Once you’re happy with how it looks, fold the shirt back up.
Making an origami shirt is a fun way to celebrate Father’s Day. It’s a great activity to do with your family, and your dad will love the special gift. Have fun making it and remember to give it to your dad with lots of love on Father’s Day!
Origami Exploration: Try making different types of origami creations! Use the same folding techniques you learned to create other simple shapes like a boat or a hat. What other objects can you make with just a piece of paper? Share your creations with your family and see if they can guess what you’ve made!
Design Your Own Shirt: Imagine you are a fashion designer! Use paper to create a new shirt design. Think about different patterns and colors you can use. Can you make a shirt with polka dots, stripes, or even a rainbow? Show your design to your friends and family and ask them which one they like best.
Observe and Draw: Look at the shirts that people around you are wearing. What colors and patterns do you see? Draw a picture of your favorite shirt that you see. How is it similar or different from the origami shirt you made? Discuss with your classmates or family about why you chose that shirt.
