Take a Break: Make Origami Cranes

In Japanese, Chinese and Korean traditions, the crane stands for good fortune and longevity. More recently is has become a symbol of peace, hope and healing during challenging times.

If there’s ever been a time for hope and healing, it’s now, as many parts of the world are once again returning to lock down due to Covid-19.

A Japanese legend  says if you fold a 1,000 cranes you will be granted a wish by the gods. Many know about this legend thanks to Sadako, the Japanese young girl who tried to make 1,000 cranes so she’d be healthy enough to be on her local running team. Unfortunately, she would die from leukemia, which she contracted from radiation due to the bombing of Hiroshima, before she completed 1,000 cranes. Learn more about Sadako’s story by clickinghere. 

I’m working on a community project to complete 1,000 cranes with the wish of healthy and safety during this newest outbreak of Covid. Whether you decide to make one or more, they are beautiful ornaments for Christmas trees and can be displayed in many different ways.

Learn to make a crane by watching the video below. 

 

 

To string the crane, watch the following video.

 You don’t have to buy origami paper. You can use all sorts of paper, just as long as you create a square.

 If you want to hang them outside, Tyvex paper works well. No need to go to your local hardware store to buy some, chances are good you may have some you can recycle from packaging materials, tags and signs, manuals, maps, safety and construction equipment, and apparel. Depending on weight, you may have to glue pieces of paper together. Check out 7 ways to water proof origami

Not interested in today’s activities, try the Take a Break Pinterest Board.