Origami in Paper Land

Origami Sunglasses: Cool Pixel Glasses from One Square, Step by Step

Easy 7 steps 1 square of black paper, scissors and white paper or a white pen

Step 1 of 7

Origami sunglasses, step 1Step 1

Take a square of black paper. Fold it in half corner to corner: the top corner goes down to the bottom corner.

Stuck on a step?Some folds are easier to see moving. Watch the video tutorial below and fold along with me.

Video step by step

If a picture is hard to follow, watch every fold here. Pause and rewind as often as you need.

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Cool sunglasses from one square of paper

These origami sunglasses are folded from one square of black paper with one little cut. Add a few white squares and you get the famous pixel sunglasses look.

They are perfect for a sunny Vice City style look while you wait for GTA 6, for a summer party, or just to make your teddy look cool.

Kids can make it with the help of their parents. You can teach your child together: watch the video, follow the step-by-step pictures and fold side by side.

Ideas for your paper sunglasses

  • GTA 6 launch party: fold a pair for every guest. More GTA 6 origami.
  • Neon colours: try pink, orange or turquoise paper for a Miami look.
  • Photo props: tape them on a straw and hold them in front of your eyes.
  • Toy dress-up: put them on teddies, dolls or action figures.

Questions

What paper do I need?

One square of black paper, scissors, and a little white paper or a white pen for the pixel shine.

How big should the square be?

A 15 × 15 cm square makes glasses for a toy. For your own face, use a bigger square, about 25 cm.

Is it easy for kids?

Yes, it is quick and easy. The one cut needs scissors, so kids can make it with the help of their parents.