Types of Origami Paper

Origami Paper

When people think origami, this is the type of paper they think of. Origami paper is a square shape, with the same dimensions for length and width. Typically, one side is colored, while the other side is white. It comes in all kinds of colors and patterns, including abstract and animal prints.

Duo Paper

Duo paper similar to origami paper; however both sides are colored, instead of just one side. It is usually used for origami models in which both sides of the paper are visible.

Foil Paper

Like Origami paper, foil paper is colored on one side and white on the other. However, the paper is foil material, making for shiny models. Be careful, though: the foil paper holds creases extremely well, so there's no room messing up.

Washi Paper

Washi paper is traditional Japanese paper, usually of a softer, lacey texture compared to regular origami paper. It is more delicate than typical paper. It is made of many different types of plant fibers.

Chiyogami Paper

Chiyogami paper is origami paper made with traditional Japanese patterns. It used to be handmade, but is now usually machine made.