Today, all needlework is incredibly popular around the world. This fact itself is paradoxical in a consumer society, because everything can be bought, but a person has a physical need to create. It is inherent in nature and must find a way out in some form. In addition, needlework works very well on the nervous system: working with hands calms a person. One of the common hobbies of adults and children is considered to be origami, and the beginning of this process is the study of the question: "How to make a module out of paper?"
What is origami
First of all, it must be said that this type of decorative and applied activity has its roots in ancient China. It was there that they first began to collect paper figures, and then this hobby spread to the whole world. Today, even schoolchildren are able to put together simple paper crafts, and some people do it professionally. In our country, the constituent elements of such trinkets are most often called kusudama. By the way, note that origami from paper from modules is a special kind of work that is somewhat different from simple technology. This direction involves the collection of a figure from separate parts. As a rule, such paper crafts, modules for which can be of different colors and sizes, are distinguished by the complexity of the design. But there is nothing complicated in the creation of the basic elements, and this is what we will talk about below. But before you figure out how to make a module out of paper, I must say a few words about materials for crafts.
Paper
There are a lot of types of paper on the clerical market, and in principle, any can be used to create a souvenir. But office modular is most suitable for modular origami . It has a sufficient density, and the surface is not too glossy, so it’s convenient to work with it. In addition, stickers of various shapes are suitable for some models. Also, to create crafts in the origami technique of paper (from modules), you can use a special material, which is called: “Origami paper”, or you can buy ordinary multicolored sets designed for children's creativity.
Folding modules
Origami folding requires skill and a good example. How to make paper modules? The schemes shown in the picture below will help you navigate this issue. In the meantime, focus on key points. The size of the future product depends on the size of the leaflet selected for work. Usually a simple A4 sheet is taken and divided into equal pieces. Most often for modules use 1/16 or 1/32 part. The second important point when considering how to make a module out of paper is tools. We will need stationery such as a ruler and a knife. Paper must be cut carefully so that the edges of the blanks are flat and clear. The line for these purposes is selected plastic or metal, which is difficult to damage with a knife. Most often, glue is not needed to create origami, but some modules require partial bonding. For these purposes, choose a thick PVA. Still can be useful paint and thread with a needle. They will be needed in order to connect the modules and paint them at your discretion (if the paper is white). With the help of artistic watercolors, you can achieve beautiful transitions from one color to another, as well as apply original patterns to parts of the crafts.
Folding Techniques
What is a modular assembly of origami? Immediately make a reservation that there are several methods of folding elements. The first of these is a scan. This is not even a way, but rather a preparatory stage for work. Scan - this is the layout of the sheet of paper from which the module will be folded. All the work is that lines are drawn on the sheet along which the folds will pass. This option is a bit more complicated than simply folding origami according to the scheme, but at the same time has its advantages.
The second way - wet folding origami. This technique was invented for a long time, it allows you to give the modules a smooth and flexible shape. This method is used in the creation of birds and flowers from paper, and it should be noted that the crafts turn out very similar to the original. But not all paper is suitable for wet technology. In this case, sheets are required, in the manufacture of which glue is used, and these are, as a rule, dense grades.
How to fold a module
Most often, in modular origami, triangular blanks are used. This is the most common type. Now we will tell you how to make a triangular shape module out of paper. There is nothing complicated about it. You just need to follow the following instructions:
1. Fold a sheet of selected paper in half.
2. Fold the resulting rectangle across so that the midline is outlined.
3. Bend the edges of the module to the middle and turn over.
4. Screw the bottom up.
5. Bend the corners through the resulting large triangle, then bend them and the lower part.
6. Now fold the corners over the folds again and lift the bottom up.
7. Bend the module in half.
As a result, an element should be obtained, the two lower corners of which can cling to each other. From such modules you can collect a flower or a bird, as well as a vase or candy box. Do it!