{"id":4977,"date":"2015-09-16T20:32:11","date_gmt":"2015-09-16T10:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/?p=4977"},"modified":"2022-08-18T17:58:37","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T07:58:37","slug":"diy-origami-cake-toppers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paperlust.co\/blog\/diy-origami-cake-toppers\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY Origami Cake Toppers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your cake is the perfect stage for gorgeous paper art, and we\u2019ve got a great example for you today! This is a unique take on the traditional \u2018bride and groom\u2019 wedding cake topper that looks great and is easy to make yourself, we take a break from wedding invitations<\/a> to bring you this DIY guide below.<\/p>\n

The best thing about these is that they are so versatile. Use them as cake toppers, string them into chains to decorate, convert them into wedding place cards<\/a>, or make just the dresses and use them as the theme for your bridal shower. With elegant lace patterns<\/a> or pastel colours the toppers can be kept classic, while bright colours and patterns can convey a sense of fun and are perfect for more laid-back affairs.<\/p>\n

\"Origami<\/a><\/p>\n

The Dress:<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Choose a rectangular piece of origami paper. Place paper pattern side down, and fold in half lengthwise, forming a smaller rectangle.<\/li>\n
  2. Open paper up. Fold both edges in to the centre fold.<\/li>\n
  3. Open paper again. Flip over so patterned side is facing up. Fold so that outer creases (white dots) meet the middle crease (green dots).<\/li>\n
  4. Flip paper over.<\/li>\n
  5. Fold paper almost in half (leaving 5mm space at the top) and back on itself (leaving another 5mm fold at the bottom).<\/li>\n
  6. Flip paper over, and turn 180 degrees.<\/li>\n
  7. Make the collar by folding down the inside top two corners.<\/li>\n
  8. Make the pleat of the dress by pulling the paper up and out to the side. Crease down into place.<\/li>\n
  9. Flip over<\/li>\n
  10. Make the V-neck at the top by pulling back the top, creasing down the sides.<\/li>\n
  11. Fold the sides of the top in. Make the angle of the skirt by folding in the sides of the dress.<\/li>\n
  12. Flip over and fold out the sleeves of the dress.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n