Some fans Japanese technology paper folders consider it incorrect to classify kusudama as origami, because glue or thread and a needle are often used during assembly. But, in essence, kusudama is assembled from identical modules folded using the origami technique. Therefore, let’s leave the showdown and move on to assembling the kusudas according to the diagrams.

The name "kusudama" is translated from Japanese as "medicine ball" It is assumed that they were originally made from fragrant fresh flowers and as incense lamps. Whether this is true or not, it doesn’t matter, because it has already been proven that contemplation of beauty has a beneficial effect on health. This means that they are truly medicinal, these mysterious balls are kusudama. Kusuda patterns exist as classic, whose authorship is lost over the centuries, and modern, futuristic.

You can fold kusudama from any sufficient thick paper. Paper that is too thin will not hold its shape, and the kusudama will float under its own weight. You can practice on regular office paper to work out the assembly diagrams. But to make the kusudama truly beautiful, it is better to use colored double-sided paper.

Flower kusudama: patterns

Since initially kusudama was a bouquet, majority classic models are flowers made of paper. If you think this is difficult, try simple classic kusudama first. "Carnation", the diagram of which is given below. And you will see that kusudama is simple and fun!

Kusudama scheme "Astra" was developed by Yasuko Suyama, but has already become a classic. This model is easy to implement, has clear strict lines. The assembly involves 2 types of modules: 6 modules of the first type and 4 of the second.

True connoisseurs of flower kusudama create such exquisite balls that they can even be used like a bridal bouquet. Stylish and comfortable, especially for winter wedding: Kusudama will not wither and is not afraid of frost. In any case, they are definitely indispensable for decorating a festive hall and will cost much less than bouquets of fresh flowers. Especially for special occasions we are offering to you Kusudama “Lily” pattern.

Kusudama assembly patterns often contain not only traditional folding, but also other techniques. For example, twisting makes kusudama charming and light. By the way, twisting is actually easier than it seems. Try following the diagram kusudama"Curler" This technique opens up wide opportunities for independent creativity and experimentation.

Ready-made kusudama can be decorated with beads, rhinestones and a tassel. Little ones paper balls can be used as Christmas decorations. Another toy suitable for a Christmas tree is based on the scheme of Paolo Baszetta.

Kusudama - great way while away the cold winter evenings for the creation and contemplation of beauty.

Kusudama is the Japanese art of making paper jewelry. This creative activity accessible to people of all generations and statuses. All you need is to show your imagination and make beautiful element decor. If you creative person and are not afraid to learn something new, then you can try small craft, for example, a kusudama ball made of paper. Magic ball, the diagrams of which can be easily found on the Internet, are done very simply and quickly.

General information

The art of making paper decorative elements came to us from Japan. In this country, children from the very beginning early age They teach you how to make paper animals, birds, lanterns and other figures. It not only develops them Creative skills, but also teaches you to be careful and prudent. Adults are also not against such entertainment. They happily take a piece of paper and begin to come up with various figures.

This art form has become very popular due to its accessibility. The work uses a minimum of materials and tools that can be easily found in your apartment or purchased inexpensively. Ready-made crafts They can not only decorate the interior in an original way, but also become a good gift for a loved one.

The art of kusudama itself is a type of well-known origami. It involves making a ball figurine from modules glued together (in most cases they are flowers made from a square piece of paper).

If you have at least an hour, you can occupy it with the art of paper origami. Kusudama balls can not only decorate your living space, but also calm your nerves and lift your spirits. Researchers from Japan and different countries Europe has proven that kusudama and other types of origami have a beneficial effect on human attention and memory. Passion for this art improves the well-being of people of all ages.

Before you do Magic ball Kusudama, you need to choose everything correctly necessary materials and choose one of the varieties of this art. Kusudama is not limited to strict boundaries and can be made using various figures, shapes and shades of color. The modules that make up the finished figurine can be made in different style and gather in all kinds of flowers. The attractiveness of the view depends on these parameters finished ball paper origami. Schemes and varieties can be as follows:

The most commonly used is the classic kusudama. Its basis is the triangles from which the module is created. With their help, an original and very beautiful ball. At first glance, it may seem that making such a craft takes a lot of time and effort, but this is not so. The classic ball is made quite simply and quickly. Anyone who takes their first steps in origami is advised to begin their acquaintance with the art with them.

In addition to simple patterns that are accessible to everyone, there are also more complex ones, for example, kusudama flower. This craft takes much more time and is done after gaining certain skills in making simpler figures.

There are many ways to make an origami paper ball. They are all simple, but require patience and accuracy. If you do everything right, then ready product It will turn out original and unusually beautiful.

One of the most unusual is the openwork kusudama ball. This paper craft will be a wonderful decoration for your apartment or office. This ball can be hung in any corner of the room or decorated with it. Christmas tree. To make it you will need the following materials and tools: 30 paper strips white and of blue color, strong thread for knitting, PVA glue.

Process of creation openwork ball is simple and consists of the following steps:

This option for making crafts is perfect for inexperienced needlewomen. You can involve your children in working on the ball. This will not only help them develop fine motor skills, but will also allow you to show your imagination and creative abilities.

To complete the work you will need the following tools and materials: 30 squares of paper of any color, decorative tape, glue.

This figure is made as follows:

Bluebells are a favorite among most flower lovers. They are very easy to make from paper and combine into a ball. For a beginner, this technique will seem complicated and obscure, but if you delve a little into the details, all difficulties will be eliminated by themselves. To work on such a ball you need: 60 squares of paper of any color, paper clips, PVA glue, beads big size, knitting thread.

Detailed description of making the ball:

The floral theme is one of the main ones when creating a modular kusudama ball. Characteristic for her bright colors and shades of materials from which product modules are made. The finished result It turns out colorful and lifts the mood of everyone looking at it. To work on such a craft you need: a sheet of colored paper, a pencil, scissors, PVA glue, a ruler for drawing circles.

This original decoration is made as follows:

The kusudama technique is becoming more and more popular every day. Manufacturing paper crafts from simple and available materials captivates craft lovers around the world. This creative process allows you to spend time usefully and create original product with which you can decorate your apartment.

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Well, I was just looking for a little information on creating these flower dolls made from modules of the classic kusudama Superball, and having found so much information and beautiful pictures with these paper balls, I can’t help but collect them in one post. Let it all be together)

Surely you have heard about origami - the ancient Japanese art folding paper figures. Typically, each such figure is made from a square, and neither glue nor scissors are used in the work. The famous classic of this art, Akira Yoshizawa, said that origami is an abstract geometry absent from the human soul and nature.

Kusudama is one of the most ancient and decorative traditional Japanese products using the origami technique. They are a variety of balls consisting of paper flowers, rosettes or details collected together different shapes. These individual parts are often called modules.

What does the word “kusudama” mean? “Kusuri” translated from Japanese means medicine, “tama” means “ball”. The word "kusudama" can be translated as "medicine ball". It turns out that kusudama was originally used by the Japanese during the Shinto religious mysteries of Kagura. This was the name of the rituals that developed on the basis of the magical solar cult.
The sun was symbolized by huge bright red balls, the surface of which was created by the heads of paper carnations tightly pressed to each other. The balls were located at the corners of a quadrangular area. From balls to different sides multi-meter poles with flowers strung on them stuck out. And today not one Japanese holiday on the street, in the temple, or in the house one cannot do without kusudam.

For some they are just decoration, while others give them a magical meaning. Such a ball can be hung over the patient’s bed and charged positive energy, raising your palms to him. Mystic? Depending on which side you look at...
Having received such a work as a gift, an ill person will inevitably perceive it as a symbol of wishes get well soon. That is, as a kind of sign of universal attention and care. Such psychological support will certainly bring the moment of recovery closer!

On the other hand, what do we know about the influence of geometric shapes on space and energy? Almost nothing. The great 20th century physicist Albert Einstein linked mass and energy in his famous formula, but he said nothing about the shape of this mass. At the same time, since school, we have heard about the phenomena of resonance... Who knows, maybe classic, time-honed kusudama have the properties of bioenergy locators or transmitters? At least many people who had already folded and collected kusudama during mild ailments noted beneficial influence such work on the healing process. If we ignore the possible healing properties kusuda, they can simply serve as a wonderful decoration for any interior.

How it's done
Making kusuda requires more time than figurines made from just one square - after all, some balls require dozens of modules to make.
Manufacturing takes place according to patterns that are much more complex than those of conventional figures. Sometimes a sheet of paper has to be folded more than 10 times.
Any paper is suitable for this. If only it was dense and elastic, so that its edge did not fray during numerous folds, so that it did not tear during intricate folding.
First, the parts are made. Then they are held together with glue. Here you need to be a very careful person so that the kusudama seems solid and there are no gaps. I have not yet been able to achieve a complete lack of cracks, but the more I add them, the higher my skill.
Kusudama is hung on a thread, cord or thin colored rope from the ceiling or lamp. I hang it on shelves and curtains. You can attach a tassel of floss threads to the bottom for decoration, but I attach colored beads.

A small master class) *I hope it will be clear to you from the drawings)

This is a classic kusudama and is made from only six modules!!

Double boat:

And further according to the scheme. In order to assemble the kusudama completely, you will need six such modules. At the end, glue is applied to the bent triangles and they are connected to other parts.

What about these coolers? First, a double boat is made, and then like this

more schemes for kusuda can be found

Kusudama module “Superball”

Classic kusudama Superball (Flower) consists of 40 modules

For kusudama it is better to use double-sided colored paper

Rotate the square reverse side to yourself. Bend and straighten diagonally. Turn it over

Bend and straighten in half vertically and horizontally. Turn it over.

Fold along all the marked lines at the same time. To do this, bring the two halves of the horizontal diagonal together. There should be two squares at the top and bottom.

It turned out basic form Double square.

Fold towards the middle.

Open your pocket and tear it apart.

This is what a pop-up pocket looks like

Flip to the right

Perform the same operation with the other pocket, as well as with the two back pockets.

Open the figure in front of you with the empty side. Fold towards the middle.

Fold the corner.

Flip through the sectors and perform operations 10 - 11 three more times.

The result is a figure like this. Now it needs to be fully expanded

The result is the original sheet of paper, but with the intended folds

Press in the middle to make the sheet concave. Now we assemble the final module. Let's start from the upper left corner. Grasp the edges of the square with your hands where dotted lines. Bring the folds back, around the corner of the square. The folds marked with a dotted line should meet at the back, at the diagonal of the square.

This is what it looks like. Fold towards the middle along the previously marked folds.

Fold the corner inward

Flip the right side of the resulting figure to the left

Fold the next corner of the square in the same way. And again fold the sides and fold the corner.

Flip all the resulting sectors to the left and perform the same folding on the remaining two corners of the square.

This is what the resulting module looks like from the end

This is what the module looks like from the side.

Malvina and Pierrot (c) author

The most touching and romantic fairy tale hero Pierrot sighs for his beloved. These dolls can be made as holiday gifts. After all, they are not just dolls, but rather a symbol of a beautiful dream, a sublime relationship. The technique used to make these characters is a type of modular origami..

Prepare white office paper for Pierrot’s costume, and colored paper for Malvina’s dress. For the dress, it is best to take colorful packaging paper, which is sold in rolls in gift wrapping departments. Then there will be no size limit paper sheet. For the hair you will need double-sided black and blue paper.

First you need to choose how to make the head for the doll. Exist different variants. You can use a ping pong ball or a foam ball. There is a more complicated method, which is often used by manufacturers paper dolls. Wrap it around a stick cotton ball, coat with PVA glue, dry, sand. Paste over corrugated paper. I used white mass to sculpt from baby set. (I clay, Amos, South Korea). After sculpting, after some time it hardens in the air, becoming light, dense, but elastic, similar to an eraser. It's good to draw on with felt-tip pens. A ball measuring about three centimeters wide is placed on a toothpick.

To make hair, take strips of paper 3x6 cm and cut very thin fringe (about 1.5 mm). Then cut into narrower strands

Use a toothpick to curl your curls. Half the strands should curl in one direction, the other half in the other.

Glue the first row of strands

Then, a little higher, second row

The third row already covers the entire head

Glue on the bangs. In total, this hairstyle took about 20 cm of fringe. Of course, there can be a huge number of hairstyle options. You can even make them from threads.

For a Pierrot head, the curls need to be made shorter. Strips 4 cm long. They can be lightly curled with your fingers.

The head is also pasted over in three rows and ends with a bang.

Now you need to fold the modules themselves. Fold them according to the diagram Kusudama module "Superball". For Pierrot you will need white square modules following sizes. Body - 1 module from A4 square with a side of 21 cm, sleeves and trousers - 4 modules from 12 cm squares, cuffs - 2 modules from 8 cm squares, collar and cap - 10 modules from 8 cm squares.

Take the sleeve module and insert the cuff module into it. Make sure that all the folds are distributed evenly.

Take a thread and a needle, make a large knot and sew the sleeves to the body

Glue the trouser modules inside. Decorations can be made using the quilling technique. A strip of paper (27x0.7cm) is cut with a very fine fringe, tightly rolled with an awl, glued, then fluffed up.

Assemble 9 modules for the collar on a thread.

Assemble the whole figurine, attach the cap to the head

For Malvina's costume, add the following modules. The dress and underskirt are made of squares with a side of 26 cm, the sleeves are 2 modules of 12 cm squares, the cuffs are 2 white modules of 8 cm squares, the wreath is 9 modules of 7 cm squares.

Insert the petticoat into the dress and the cuffs into the sleeves. Sew the sleeves to the dress.

To make the collar, follow steps 1 - 9 of the Superball Kusudama Module. Open it this way.

Cut out all the layers together. Then open and straighten the ruffled collar.

Gather 9 modules for a wreath on a string. You can glue a bead or a ball of modeling mass inside each flower.

Collect the entire doll. Punch a hole in the dress and in the collar. Insert the toothpick on which the head is attached and secure the wreath. The dress can be decorated with a flower (a 6 cm square module).

Well, what do you think? Is it worth trying? I don’t know about kusuda - it’s too difficult for me - it requires a certain skill, but you just have to try to make dolls, especially since everything is explained so clearly) good luck to you!

Kusudama- an origami technique that allows you to create beautiful 3D models of flowers by gluing different parts, rather than folding one into one as is used in most origami crafts. Today, we will learn how to make a flower using this method, and also show you many options various crafts which you can do if you know kusudama.

How to make a kusudama flower?

To create one color using this technology, we will use:

Five square sheets
. PVA glue
. paper clip

Let's get started creating right away!

1. Take a sheet of paper and place one end of it towards you.

2. We bend the bottom corner to the top corner so that we get a triangle with two equal sides.

3. The left and right corners should be bent towards the apex of the triangle. And we get a square again.

4. The sides bent towards the top need to be folded in half outwards, as shown in the photo.

5. The inner parts of the left and right bent parts need to be turned outward.

6. We turn our workpiece over.

7. As you can see, the left and right parts of the inverted triangles stick out a little, we need to remove them by wrapping them in the middle. First we bend left side, then right.

8. We turn the workpiece over again.

9. Fold the left and right corners towards the middle, exactly along the resulting line.

10. Apply glue to one bent side, from the outside.

11 . We connect the two extreme sides and secure them with a paper clip until the glue dries.

12. So we made one of the five blanks for the flower. We also make 4 more blanks. We can alternate colors.

13. To make a flower from the five resulting blanks, smear the central seam with glue and connect them one after another.

14. To prevent our flower from falling apart before the glue has dried, it is better to secure the blanks with paper clips.

15. When the glue dries, we can remove the paper clips and see our result.

Start learning to do better simple kusudama- models consisting of small quantity modules. Quick success will delight you and inspire you to take on more complex projects. WomanOnly has collected simple kusudama patterns for you. Choose thick paper and go for it!

Classic kusudama

The simplest kusudama consists of 6 modules and is shaped more like a cube. Almost all beginning amateurs first perform this classic kusudama. You will need 6 identical squares. Despite its simplicity, this kusudama looks very elegant due to the sharp petals. Try to bend the paper as clearly as possible so that the kusudama does not come out askew.

The modules of this kusudama are glued together with glue. You can insert a loop of thread or ribbon into one of the gluing points for hanging.

Cube without corners

Simple kusudama “Cube without corners” done very quickly. It also consists of 6 simple modules, each of which, in turn, consists of 4 simpler elements. To achieve a two-color pattern, you will need 2 colors of paper or double-sided colored paper.

Cube Can be hung from glued loop or just put it on the table.

It turns out? Now you can try something more complicated.

Cookie cutters

Surely you also had or have star-shaped cookie cutters. This is exactly what the next simple kusudama will look like. It will take a little more time to complete. You need to assemble 30 simple modules and glue them together. For convenience, cut 30 identical 7 x 7 cm squares in advance.

The ends of the finished modules need to be inserted into each other and secured with glue. Ready-made kusudama “Cookie cutters” can become a beautiful flashlight , throwing stars onto the walls.

By the way, if you take not 30, but 90 modules, arm yourself with patience and ingenuity, you can make huge ball with star holes. The main thing is not to stop there!

Bells

For those who are missing stars from the sky but enjoy the flowers of the earth, we have prepared simple diagram kusudama"Bells" This floral kusudama looks equally beautiful even if it is made from magazine paper.

To make kusudama “Bells” you will need to make 12 flowers, each of which consists of 5 petals. That is, the entire kusudama consists of 60 identical petal modules. Prepare 60 identical squares. Select the size of the square based on the desired size of the kusudama: the diameter of the finished kusudama will be equal to the diagonal of the square.

When you are done with the petals, glue them together in groups of 5 on the inner short side. Then glue together 3 flowers, 6 flowers. Before completing the work, glue a hanging loop into the center of the ball; you can decorate the kusudama below brush or beads.

It will not be at all difficult to assemble this simple kusudama with our