There are several types of paper origami modules, but triangles are the most popular. Only they allow you to create a wide variety of models based on the same "building" unit. The fantasy of origamists is not limited by anything - flowers, animals, vases and architectural objects, ranging in size from a human palm to two meters or more, can be folded from miniature triangles.

What is a triangular module

The element is based on a rectangle ranging in size from 1/4 to 1/36 of a landscape sheet (A4 format). Ready-made modules are connected at the expense of protruding "corners" and deep "pockets", according to the principle of a plug connector. The tight fit of the parts ensures the strength of the structure, but for greater reliability it is better to additionally "put" them on glue.

Before making triangles for modular origami, you need to cut rectangular blanks of a certain size. The simultaneous use of several "calibers" is permissible: a larger one for basic volumes and a small one for an elegant decor. You can divide the sheet into modules based on the basic form "Doors". For the running element itself 1/16 you will need:

1. Fold the sheet in half lengthwise.
2. To uncover.
3. Fold each half to the center line.
4. Open the workpiece and repeat the same steps in the transverse direction. As a result, the sheet will be divided into 16 parts, measuring 7.4x5.3 cm.

Getting 1/32 is a little trickier. A4 sheet is first divided in the transverse direction along the central axis, and then each half is folded four times. It turns out twice as many stripes as in the previous case. For the longitudinal direction of action, the same as when marking module 1/16. As a result, rectangles are formed, measuring 5.3x3.7 cm.It is best to cut the blanks stationery knife by placing a board, fiberboard or a special mock-up mat under the sheet.

You can get 1/32 rectangles in another way:

Triangle module

It will not be difficult to fold a triangular part from a rectangular blank. The only "but" is that a lot of such elements will be required, on average, about 1000 pieces for one figure 25-30 cm high. Experienced craftsmen advise, whenever possible, to replenish stocks of parts, doing other things. For example, while watching your favorite TV show or walking with a child. After some practice, you can fold the triangles without even looking.

Step-by-step instruction:

• Place the original rectangle with its long side facing us.
• Fold in half from top to bottom (this is important because the free edge should "look" at us). We bend the workpiece in half across to mark its middle. We reveal.
• Move the right and left edges down, aligning them to the center. We turn over.
• We bend the outer corners of the workpiece.
• We turn the lower part up to the line of the base of the triangle.
• Fold the figure in half with the "valley".

As a result, we get classic triangles for modular origami:

There are several types of connections for modular elements. They depend:

• from the choice of the side with which one part is connected to the other;
• from the relative position of the "corner" and "pocket".

The ABC of modular business:

• 1. The triangular module has two short sides opposite the 60 ° angles and one long side opposite the straight one. In the figure, they are designated, respectively, KSN and SDS.
  2. Connection on short sides(STS).
  3. The same, but on long (SDS).
  4. "Snake", when modular elements are connected one to one.
  5. Classic connection "two long sides and one short".
  6. "Everyone is short."

Three models in modular origami technique

Novice craftsmen are not always familiar with the subtleties " paper art". The main thing when assembling origami from triangle modules, as in other types of needlework: embroidery, weaving or knitting, is not to rush and clearly follow the pattern at every stage. Then the work will immediately turn out neat and durable, without requiring alterations. There are other significant points:

1. The modules must be folded very precisely, otherwise the product will be skewed and sloppy. How smaller size assembly elements, the thinner paper is chosen for them.
2. If the pockets are difficult to open, you can use a toothpick.
3. It is better to start acquaintance with modular origami with light models, gradually moving on to more complex ones.
4. Gluing the elements of the product will help preserve it for a long time and protect it from destruction if dropped.
5. Finished work should be covered with transparent wood varnish. This is a good protection against dust and fading, as well as the ability to do wet cleaning.

Owl

A successful model for those who are just starting to get acquainted with the technique of folding origami from small triangles. It only needs 106 blue modules and 24 pink ones.

Owl scheme:

The assembly is carried out on the long sides. The 1st row consists of 16 blue elements. Starting from the 2nd, add pink details for the owl's "shirt-front" (12 + 4).

The total number of elements in each row is the same. But the color ratio is different.

3rd row: 10 blue and 5 pink details.

4th row: 8 blue and 6 pink.

Having collected an owl, we make its characteristic "ears". They consist of 3 parts, which are attached to the last row, according to the same principle as the rest. Then we glue the bird's eyes and nose from the pink modular element.

An "owl" of bright fabulous color will decorate a house for Halloween or other themed holiday. It will also look spectacular in the nursery.

Chinese mini dragon

Following the principle of gradual complication of models, after a super-simple owl, you can just go on to the symbol of the water element, which is popular in the east. The dragon in China has long been associated with the cult of fertility; no rain-making ritual could do without its images. In addition, this mythical character denoted belonging to the upper strata of society. His images were allowed to decorate clothes only for the aristocracy, for commoners, such "liberty" was inaccessible.

To make a mini dragon, you will need 515 1/16 origami paper triangles:

• 251 blue (C),
• 264 yellow (W).

Head

We start working from the head. Its assembly scheme:

We move from the "chin" up.

We assemble from top to bottom. After completing row 10, we make thorns, crowning the dragon's head. We collect them symmetrically according to the scheme, making a pass in the middle. Turn the figure over and bend it slightly - the head is almost ready. Cut out the forked tongue from red paper and glue it in the center of the last row from the inside out.

Dragon torso

The flexible body of the mythical animal is a chain of yellow and blue details. In the beginning there are three of them: C + F + C. Add two more to the first yellow detail in the next row, putting it on each corner.

Then we repeat the initial arrangement of the triangles again and continue this way until we have about 88 rows. The body will need 176 blue and 262 yellow elements. After finishing the assembly, to the head with back side in the eye area, two blue mounting modules are added.

We make 4 legs from 5 blue parts. We attach the blanks to the body at the points of support. We pre-bend it, like a roller coaster.

The mini dragon is ready!

Swan

This is one of the most beautiful and sought-after models. An origami swan from modular triangles easily transforms into an elegant vase for dried flowers, although it is gorgeous in itself.

For the two-color model presented in the next video tutorial, you will need 1522 modules, 1/32 in size:

• 1322 white,
• 180 pink.

History reference

Modular origami most often means exactly figures from small triangles. However, there are also kusudama balls and polyhedra from the so-called "Sonobe modules." Both varieties are native to Japan. Kusudama - paper ball from several sections sewn or glued together, it has been known since the Middle Ages. It was filled with aromatic herbs that emitted healing essential oils, and hung in the house to protect against infectious diseases as well as creating a soothing atmosphere.

Modular polyhedrons in the form of a parallelogram curved in a special way were developed in the 1960s by the Japanese origamist Mitsunobu Sonobe and are named after him. The master most likely borrowed the idea from his predecessor Hayato Ohoko, who in 1734 for the first time described and presented a three-dimensional cube diagram of several identical elements.

Origami from triangular modules- an invention of Chinese masters. Its origins are not exactly known, but the Western world had to get to know this unique technique under very sad circumstances. In 1993, 286 illegal immigrants from China arrived in the United States aboard the cargo ship Golden Venture. "New homeland" greeted them unkindly. When the ship ran aground near New York's Rockaway Beach, passengers tried to swim to the "promised land", and 10 of them drowned. The rest of the illegal immigrants were arrested by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) and scattered across prisons in different parts of America.

While waiting for a response to their request for asylum, Chinese prisoners whiled away their time with national handicrafts, including origami, which is called rezhi in Pinyin. In the process, illegal immigrants invented triangular modules, creating large-scale figures from them: vases, swans, pineapples and ships. Instead of plain paper, they used the covers of old magazines and newspapers. Later, when the technique became widespread, Chinese banknotes were often taken for modular elements.

Inmates gave sculptures in the modular origami technique to those who supported them or sold them in order to raise funds for legal services. Some of them are on display at the Flight of Freedom traveling exhibition organized by the American Immigration Center.

What other origami triangles are there?

Triangular modules are the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to origami techniques. But there are other elements with a similar name, which it is advisable to get acquainted with so as not to get confused in concepts.

"Double triangle"

Chinese origami modules are sometimes confused with a popular basic figure that has nothing to do with them. The "Double Triangle" or "Water Bomb" is used in classic Japanese papermaking as the basis for many famous models. Among them are "Fish", "Frog", "Rabbit" and so on.

The base origami triangle is folded according to the following pattern:

Soldier's letter

The famous "front-line triangles", which were sent by soldiers from the front line during the Great Patriotic War, surprisingly, are also folded using the origami technique. This method made it possible to do without an envelope - the address was written on the outside of the sheet, and the message on the inside. At the same time, the letter did not crumple and torn, each of its lines was saved for loved ones who were impatiently awaiting news.

Soldier's triangles gave joy, served as the best evidence that their author is alive. But letters in real envelopes were sent only by official authorities, notifying of death or disappearance. To imbue the atmosphere of those years and preserve the memory of the heroic deed of the people in the struggle against German Nazism, "Soldier's origami triangles" are often made for Victory Day.

Workshop on making frames for photos using origami technique

The master class is designed to be conducted with pupils of senior and preparatory groups.

Appointment: gift making, gift decoration.

Target: development creativity children.

Tasks: To develop imagination in children, to bring up the desire to make gifts, to form an artistic taste.

If a girl, or maybe a boy

I suddenly like an unusual book,

You can confidently say right away:

This child knows how to dream

He wants, like an adult, to create his own world,

To settle birds and animals in the forests.

An adult will help create this fairy tale,

The main thing is to give a prompt in time ...

The magician who invented colored paper

Red, yellow and blue

I probably believed that the guys could

Make figures from different squares.

These figures all over the world

Only Japanese children knew.

The white crane has become the symbol of peace,

The symbol of friendship is a paper boat….

... In the sky, aspiring yellow birds,

Quickly fluttering from paper pages,

Fairy butterflies, Pink hares

You can do it with your fingers.

We suggest trying with us

Learn the origami technique!

Material: to make a frame, you will need an office colored paper, PVA glue, scissors, cardboard, lamination film, handle bar.

Step-by-step process of making frames using origami technique

In order to do beautiful crafts in the origami technique (animals, ships, flowers, etc.), you need to learn how to make a module. From these modules you will continue to collect beautiful and interesting crafts.

Beginning of work: We take a sheet of A4 paper.

We divide it into 16 parts.

We cut, we get blanks for the manufacture of modules.

In order to make a module, you need to fold the workpiece as shown in the figure.

You should get such a module.

Now we start making the frame itself, inserting the modules into the pockets of other modules, as shown in the figure.

We close it in a ring.

Cases modules of a different color on the same principle.

The second ring of modules should be slightly larger than the first.

Cut out cardboard with a diameter of a large ring.

We put glue on the cardboard, leaving the part unsticked to insert the photo.

We glue it.

Modular origami- very fascinating activity, which gives a lot of room for creativity to everyone who has mastered uncomplicated technique making paper modules.

Before making origami modules, you need to prepare a dense and a cutting tool.

You can use special paper sheets designed for making origami, but their cost is usually quite high, so at least at the training stage it is better to use ordinary paper for a high density printer - from 80 g / m 3 and above (for example, Spectra Color).

Before making the modules, you will need to cut many identical rectangles out of paper. Ordinary scissors can be used as cutting tools. But cutting a large number of blanks with them is tedious, so it is more convenient to use an office cutter with a self-leveling rug.

We take an A4 sheet. Depending on the size of the modules, the paper sheet will need to be divided into 16 or 32 pieces. If we need 16 parts, fold the sheet horizontally twice, if 32 - three times. In the picture below, we folded the workpiece three times, if you need 16 workpieces, then do not make the last bend.

Now we unfold the sheet and fold it in half vertically (the fold should remain on the left side). Then we bend it twice horizontally 2 times. Expand the sheet. On it we will see the fold lines along which we have to cut the blanks for the modules.

The sheet to be divided into 16 parts looks like this.

And this is how a sheet looks like, which will be divided into 32 parts.

Cut the sheet along the fold lines. From each small rectangle, we have to make an origami module, the assembly diagram of which is presented below. For beginners, it is better to start assembling modules from 1/16 of a sheet of paper. Modules from 1/32 turn out to be more miniature and graceful, but the process of assembling them requires a certain skill.

Module assembly diagram:

1- take a small rectangle;

2- fold it horizontally in half;

3- now we fold it in half vertically;

4- we expand;

5- bend the "wings" on both sides;

6- turn it over (the bent ends are longer);

7- bend the corners;

8- turn the protruding part together with the corners;

9- we bend the module, it takes the shape of a triangle.

10-unfold the triangle and get a ready-made module with pockets, reminiscent of an airplane.

11, 12-fastening modules to each other using pockets.

We collect chains from ready-made modules of 10 pieces. If there are more of them, then the chain will not be strong - this will affect the quality of the craft.

Using modules as parts of the constructor, you can create the most bizarre volumetric ones from them, which only your imagination will tell you.

Of the many types of paper crafts, origami is the most popular. Creation of paper figures by folding a sheet of paper gives unlimited scope for imagination and creativity. In addition to the classic, modular origami has recently become widespread.

The peculiarity of modular origami is that paper figures are assembled from separate modules. There are certain rules for folding them. By inserting modules one into another, real works of art are created. Modular origami captivates with its uniqueness, the ability to create various works - from the simplest to entire artistic compositions.

Since modular origami is, first of all, a technique of assembling from modules, the most important thing for work is:

• A4 paper.

You can pre-cut blanks from sheets of paper to create modules. The sheet is divided into 16 or 32 parts - these are the standard sizes of the modules. For large figures, the sheet is cut into 4 or 2 pieces.

• Scissors, ruler, PVA glue.
• Model assembly diagrams.

In stores, you can find ready-made modular origami kits for beginners with step-by-step instructions for assembly rules. Also, the lessons of special master classes will help a beginner or a child learn how to make modular origami out of colored paper. In such classes, according to the schemes, it is considered how to make, for example, figurines of animals or a Christmas tree, step by step.

Assembling modules

A triangular module is used for work.

Experienced craftsmen make many paper elements in advance. different colors... It turns out a kind of modular constructor, with which you can make original craft... The advantage of this technique is that the modules are used more than once: an annoying figure can be disassembled and a new original craft can be created.

In the finished triangular module, you should get two pockets and two corners that allow you to connect paper elements. To make a triangular module, prepare rectangular pieces of paper.

The rectangle is folded in half lengthwise, and the resulting part is folded in half across. This is how the two main folds are formed to create the module.

The edges are bent towards the middle, the figure is turned over.

The bottom edge rises. The corners are folded over a large triangle.

The resulting lower part is unbent. Small triangles from the bottom are folded along the formed lines, the edges rise.

Bend the resulting triangle in half.

It is these modules that help to create voluminous, beautiful works. Any craft in this kind of origami begins with making a large number modules. To create durable figures, you need to correctly connect the parts of the craft.

Each diagram usually indicates on which side the finished elements are connected.

There are 3 generally accepted schemes for connecting parts in modular origami:

• You can connect 2 pieces on the long side and add 1 on the short side.
• Long side connection only.
• Elements are connected only by short sides.

Models for beginners

Having learned how to create modules, a novice craftsman can start creating a paper figurine. The simplest modular origami for beginners is made from 20 modules.

For a cute chicken, you need 4 red and 16 yellow parts. After assembling the figure, glue the beak and eyes.

Among the large number of multi-colored works, a modular origami made of white paper stands out. White paper- rather complicated material for crafts: she does not forgive negligence and slovenliness, all the shortcomings and mistakes on the snow-white sheet are immediately noticeable.

Crafts from white sheets play on the contrast of light and shadow. More experienced craftsmen mainly experiment with such products. From white paper, you can create not only a snowflake or a bunny, but also more serious works: the beauty of a dazzling white vase does not need additional bright colors.

If desired, you can find modular origami schemes for beginners from white paper. Special care should be taken when working. Any figurine assembled using modules takes a lot of time and perseverance. By introducing children to this type of creativity, the fidget develops attentiveness, concentration, and scrupulousness. Making blanks for their works (paper modules), the children develop fine motor skills.

Watermelon

When looking for modular origami schemes for beginners, you can find a large selection of crafts - from easter egg to the magnificent red Chinese dragon. Crafts such as a vase and paper watermelon look easy and bright.

To create a slice of watermelon, you need to make 193 triangular parts:

• 114 red;
• 45 green;
• 17 white;
• 17 black.

The first three rows are assembled from green elements: 14, 13 and again 14.

The fourth row will take 15 modules: 1 green, 13 white and 1 green module completes the row.

Fifth row: 1 green, 1 white, 13 red, again 1 white and 1 green.

From the sixth row, the details of the watermelon are reduced, one on each side. Black elements alternate with red modules. Only 20 parts are assembled in height.

Hare

It will be interesting for children to make a cute hare together with their mother.

The bunny needs 522 triangular pieces. You can do everything from white paper, then you get a white snow hare. If you wish, you can make a multi-colored blouse for the bunny. Then, when making elements, make 120 pieces the color you want to see a sweater or a hare's blouse.

Since there are a lot of details to be prepared, connect your dad to work. The preschooler still does not have enough perseverance to do monotonous work for a long time. Therefore, the parents will have to take on the main work on the manufacture of parts.

Making the basis for the craft. The corners of 2 parts are inserted into the pockets of the third module. Then 2 more details are added in the same way. The last element closes the structure into a ring.

Collect three rows of the bunny's torso. Each row has 24 pieces that are staggered.

Carefully, trying not to break up the assembled workpiece, turn the circle out so that it becomes similar in shape to a cup. Then attach 24 colored parts to the body of the crafts. Colored elements should protrude slightly above the white body. After finishing the color row, align it.

A sweater is formed from 4 color rows. Attach the white head pieces to the top row of the sweater. Parts are attached to the outside with the short side.

The head is made alternately from 24 and 30 parts. The last row is reduced to the center, the head becomes like a ball.

Form the ears. Alternate rows of 5 and 6 elements. The last, 9th row - 4 parts.

All work in this technique is based on the creation of volume through paper blanks. There are some crafts, for example, a swan, having mastered it, you can easily make a vase, a peacock or a three-headed dragon.

Swan

Main part modular swan resembles a bowl. The ability to create a swan will facilitate and speed up the process of assembling other models.

To create a handsome swan, you need 1502 elements. Such a craft can itself be an original gift or to decorate the interior of the apartment. It is better to start creating such a masterpiece after reading the instructions for assembling such figures.

Penguin

One of simple figurines that your child will like - the penguin.

The first row, which is the base, is made of parts closed in a circle. The figurine itself is made in the form of a cylinder.

For the model you need: purple or black parts (126 pieces), for the nose and legs 5 red elements, white blanks you need 40 pieces.

The more experience the master has, the more individual work he creates. Experienced craftsmen are no longer looking for ready-made schemes, they come up with and implement their creative fantasies.

To captivate the baby with this type of needlework, offer to collect crafts that are easy for the baby. Help the child with the most difficult moment for him - the manufacture of modules. For kids, there are many schemes that explain step by step how to make, for example, a rose or a variegated fish.

Choose light crafts for lessons with your child, which will not take much time to make. If creating a figurine takes a long time, then divide the work into several parts. Keep in mind that it is difficult for a preschooler to sit in one place for more than 20 - 25 minutes.

To make it easier for your baby to work, do not make small modules. Suppose you make 16 blanks from an A4 sheet, and not 32. It is more convenient for a preschooler to work with larger details.

Kids also love to collect animal figurines. There are easy schemes for assembling a cat, a horse. Mom can try together with the baby to assemble a dragonfly or a spider according to a ready-made scheme. So that the craft does not crumble from touch, you can fix it with glue, then it will delight everyone around you for a long time.

Conclusion

Acquaintance with modular origami for beginners, joint creativity of mom and child will only bring the family closer, improve the atmosphere in the house.

For a preschooler, parents are the main authorities in life, who, by their example, must teach the kid to bring things to the end, and not despair over temporary failures.

Karina is a permanent expert of the PupsFull portal. She writes articles on play, pregnancy, parenting and education, childcare, and mom and child health.

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Origami- the ancient art of creating figurines by folding paper. You can do both flat and voluminous things using the origami technique. Crafts from triangular modules turn out to be interesting. Modules are identical elements that are made up of small pieces of paper. Then these modules, nested within each other, create beautiful volumetric shapes. We suggest you make crafts from triangular modules for beginners.

Paper crafts: triangular modules

Let's start by creating triangular modules. A sheet of A4 paper must be cut into 16 identical rectangles with sides of 53x74 mm. Having bent the rectangle in half along the length, it is then again bent in half in width and unbend. After that, the edges of the paper are brought to the fold line. Then the module is turned over, and the corners are bent to the triangle at the lower edges. It remains only to completely bend the bottom edge up to the triangle and fold the module in half. As a result, each module has two corners and two pockets with which they are attached to each other. Usually the corners of one module are inserted into the pockets of another.

It will turn out from 706 white, 150 red, 270 lilac and 90 yellow triangular modules. The craft will be assembled by putting the modules on top of each other.

So, it will be necessary to collect the vase according to the above diagram.

Original and iridescent is obtained from 500 triangular modules of different colors.

1. We start the assembly by creating the first two rows. For this, the corners of two triangular modules are inserted into the pockets of the third.
2. After that, we take another fifth module, adjoin it to the side of the second module, fix the result obtained with the fifth module.

3. Then we repeat the steps until each row contains 30 modules. We close them in a ring.

4. The next three rows are added on top of the second, only in a checkerboard pattern.

5. Slowly and carefully turn the workpiece inside out. It should resemble a mug in shape.
6. We collect the 6th row of 30 modules.

7. Then, at the base, we choose a place for the swan's head - two modules of the 6th row. To the left and to the right of them, we build 12 modules.

8. This will be the 7th row on which we form the wings. Each subsequent row must be shortened by 2 modules.

9. Each wing should have 12 rows.