Learn to create an origami groom figure in this low-intermediate level tutorial. Follow step-by-step instructions to fold a 9cm x 21cm rectangular paper into a detailed groom model, complete with a suit and styled hair. Discover techniques for shaping the arms, creating pleats for the hair, and adding finishing touches. Explore creative variations for hairstyles and pair the groom with a matching bride figure (instructions provided separately). Perfect for wedding-themed origami projects or as a standalone decorative piece.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Start with a rectangle 7X3 (my paper is 21cm x 9cm)
Fold in half and make a pinch
Fold the top and the bottom edges to the center
The last part is just 2/3 of a square
Fold this rectangle in half to find 1/3 of a square
Divide all the paper into 14 parts
Fold into thirds horizontally. You can use this intersection as a reference point
Fold three lines up
Leave a little space between the edge and the crease
Fold along the diagonal of the little square to make the arm
Open the near layer a little
Fold this line in half
Fold the diagonals of the middle square
Fold a little waterbomb base
Open the model a little and fold the raw edge inside
Fold down the top edge
there is no point of reference
Shape the hair
Pleat fold to make some points
Try to make a different hairstyle!
Finished!
Taught by
Origami with Jo Nakashima
