DIY Paper Fortune Teller: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

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Remember those fun paper fortune tellers from childhood? Also known as cootie catchers, these origami creations are super easy to make and provide endless entertainment. Here’s how to make your own! — JMU Library: Unlock The Power Of Databases

What You’ll Need

  • Square piece of paper (6x6 inches works well)
  • Scissors (optional, if your paper isn't already square)
  • Pens, markers, or crayons for decorating

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Fold in Half

  1. Start with your square piece of paper.
  2. Fold it in half diagonally, making a triangle. Crease well.
  3. Open it up and fold it in half diagonally the other way. Crease well. You should now have an 'X' crease.

Step 2: Fold Corners to the Center

  1. Lay the paper flat with the creases visible.
  2. Fold each corner of the square towards the center, so the tip of each corner meets in the middle.
  3. Crease each fold well. You should now have a smaller square.

Step 3: Flip and Repeat

  1. Flip the square over to the other side.
  2. Fold each corner towards the center again, just like you did on the first side.
  3. Crease each fold well. Now you'll have an even smaller square.

Step 4: Create the Pockets

  1. Fold the square in half, bringing one side to meet the other. Do not crease the entire fold; instead, gently pinch the center to create a soft crease.
  2. Open it up and fold it in half the other way, repeating the pinch.

Step 5: Insert Your Fingers

  1. You should see four little flaps or pockets on the top of your fortune teller.
  2. Insert your thumbs and index fingers into these pockets.
  3. Gently push the corners together to form the fortune teller shape.

Decorate Your Fortune Teller

Step 6: Write Numbers

  1. On the outside flaps, write the numbers 1 through 8. You can arrange them in any order you like.

Step 7: Write Fortunes

  1. Lift each numbered flap.
  2. Underneath each number, write a fortune or prediction. Get creative and have fun with it! Examples: "You will have a great day," "A surprise is coming your way," or "Good luck will find you soon."

Step 8: Add Colors (Optional)

  1. Color each of the outer triangles with different colors or patterns. This adds a fun visual element to your fortune teller.

How to Play

  1. Ask someone to pick a color.
  2. Open and close the fortune teller, spelling out the color one letter at a time.
  3. Next, have them pick a number.
  4. Open and close the fortune teller that many times.
  5. Have them pick another number.
  6. Lift the flap and reveal their fortune!

Tips for Success

  • Use thin paper: Thicker paper can be hard to fold.
  • Crease well: Sharp creases make the fortune teller easier to manipulate.
  • Get creative: Personalize your fortune teller with unique fortunes, colors, and decorations.

Variations

  • Themed Fortune Tellers: Create fortune tellers based on holidays, movies, or books.
  • Question Fortune Tellers: Instead of fortunes, write questions under the flaps.

With these simple steps, you can create a paper fortune teller and provide hours of fun for yourself and your friends. Try it out and let your creativity flow! — Navigate The Night: Flashlight Corn Maze Adventures