Origami One - Origami Forum
Home Active Topics Search Login Register
Main
Box pleating with origami
May 15, 2018 05:22:18   #
LillyJuan
 
Hi, I have recently started working with this innovative form of paper art; I am exploring new techniques and methods and I have also made small structures and models which include decorative items, origami sea creatures, little gift boxes, etc. My friend is my inspiration in origami. She was not an artist but she did it out of interest and her origami models were an inspiration for me to venture into this art. My initial intention to pursue origami was to arouse a creative interest in my daughter as well, however now, I am also planning to come up with creative designs to decorate my home as well.

So far, I have explored many designs and techniques and even tried to experiment with paper using my own creativity. Somehow the box pleating technique really caught my attention. I made a doll for my daughter and the box pleats in the folds of the skirt really gave it an aesthetic look. This kind of stirred up the creativity in me and I'm trying to imagine what other models can I make out of this technique. Looking out for some suggestions and help on how to incorporate box pleating techniques for other designs as well.

Please join this conversation and let's explore the various dimensions of origami. I would also love to hear out your experience with the box pleating technique to understand if I'm adopting this technique the right way (I'm just a beginner remember) and if there are any improvements I could make to it. Awaiting for your replies. Cheers!

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:22:29   #
ryangabriel
 
Good going LillyJuan, I must say that box pleating is one such technique that is the preference of almost every origami artist. No doubt that you want to dive further into the nitty gritties of this technique. You said you have made gift boxes. Here's a piece of advice - you can also include box pleating technique while making gift boxes the next time.

All you have to do is crease the bottom edges of box, make sure your box is able to stand strong because there are chances that complex pleating can develop wrinkles in the box and eventually make it weak to fall apart.

You can also use card stock paper that is often used in making greeting cards and standing projects. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tLua2r0ZOA Follow this tutorial to get a step by step procedure of folding a gift box into a pleated design. However, do not stick to one technique; you must experiment with new techniques, adding your own creativity into it. If you limit yourself to one particular technique, you won't be able to discover the latest and more diverse techniques in origami.

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:22:44   #
LillyJuan
 
Thank you ryangabriel, I will definitely try the pleated gift boxes. I loved making those adorable gift boxes and I would love to experiment the make with new designs and techniques. I'll definitely post pictures of box pleated gift boxes as well.

And yes, I am exploring new techniques, however, it's just that box pleating caught my attention as it is not so difficult a technique to learn, and the final origami product using this technique is so much better. Hence was looking for some advice and suggestions on box pleated origami models. Anyways, I'll give the gift box a try with this technique and update you on the results soon.

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:22:54   #
melanie34hayden
 
Honestly, my experience with box pleating has been a rough ride. During my initial days of origami, I was so attracted to box pleating that I decided to take out two hours every day and practice this technique but little did I know that two hours were not enough to get the design right.

Those two hours slowly converted into three, then four. The very first model I created with box pleating was a flower vase, it took me nearly a month to complete the design, with so many unexpected errors every now and then and multiple redo's due to these errors.

LillyJuan, what I can suggest to you is to start meditating as box pleating will take a lot of energy and a huge amount of patience from your side. You have just experimented this technique on the skirt folds and even the gift box (as suggested by Ryan) is a pretty easy task. However, when it comes to complicated designs, you will need a lot of strength and patience. I'm not trying to scare you, just warning you.

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:23:02   #
LillyJuan
 
Thank you melanie34hayden for sharing your experience with box pleating. I do hope I don't have to go through the same horrors as you have gone through with this technique. I'm sure that with the assistance of many in this forum, box pleating will be much easier for me to learn.

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:23:11   #
rubi_since_1989
 
Hey LillyJuan, as melanie34hayden has mentioned about the box pleated flower vase, why don't you give the same design a try. As she has already warned you about the difficulties, you can take it up as a challenge. I also did make a flower vase and my friends absolutely loved it. A couple of them even requested me to make one for them. Do try the pleated flower vase and don't forget to share the pictures with us. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyPbjGUBwJY You can take guidance from this YouTube link, the same one that I used to educate myself while making the vase.

Reply
May 15, 2018 05:23:19   #
LillyJuan
 
Thanks a lot rubi_since_1989 for your suggestion. I'll definitely give the flower vase a shot once I am through with this technique. However, I'll give the gift box (as suggested by Ryan) a try first. Posting pictures soon.

Reply
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.
Main
OrigamiOne.com - Forum
Copyright 2018-2024 IDF International Technologies, Inc.