Simple Origami Lily Flower Tutorial
Lisa of U-handblog shows you how to make a simple origami lily flower in her tutorial.
Japanese Crafts
Paper Crane Mobile
Craftster member Jeebles created this inspiring, modern-looking mobile from nothing more than hand-folded paper cranes, thread and ribbon, and a few chopsticks. Paper Crane Mobile Related: • HOW TO – Make an Origami Mobile • Nursery Mobile • HOW TO – Make a Paper Mobile
Tentacled Finger Puppets
Check out these tentacled animal finger puppets with… cute hats? Ok, I admit it, I have no idea what animal these are, but they’re certainly neat!
3-D Origami Finger Puppet
I just finished up a fun, quick craft tutorial on the HP wiki, the Bunny Hop 3-D origami finger puppet. Just download the pre-printed origami paper and fold away. You can also make a cute bear or puppy. It’s the perfect project for kids to make too. I’m also excited to announce that HP will […]
Hand Braided Scarf Tutorial
Ah-Yi shows you how to make this hand-braided scarf, a technique she found in a Japanese craft book. The end result is beautiful! [ via Whip Up]
HOW TO – Make an Origami Mobile
Derek and Lauren on design*sponge show you how to make this nifty origami mobile!
Amigurumi Wood Hand
Here’s an incredible crochet glove that makes your hand look like a forest of fallen logs and mushrooms. I can imagine it being used very well in a puppet show. This creative lady’s blog is in Japanese, but her pictures aren’t hard to translate! – Link.
