Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who loves learning origami, I have a few gift ideas that will surely make her birthday extra special. These gifts will not only encourage her passion for origami but also provide her with opportunities to explore new techniques and enhance her skills.

1. Origami Book Collection: Consider gifting her a collection of origami books that cover a variety of patterns, designs, and levels of difficulty. Books like "Origami Paper Animals" by Michael G. LaFosse or "Origami Flowers Super Paper Pack" by Maria Noble will inspire her to create beautiful and intricate origami pieces using different themes.

2. Origami Paper Set: A set of high-quality origami papers in a variety of colors, patterns, and sizes will be a practical and thoughtful gift. Look for paper sets that include both solid shades and decorative prints to add depth and creativity to her origami projects.

3. Origami Tool Kit: Help her take her origami skills to the next level with a tool kit designed specifically for this art form. It could include a bone folder, precision scissors, a scoring board, and other essential tools that will enhance the precision and detail of her creations.

4. Origami Subscription Box: Treat your mom to a monthly origami subscription box that delivers new and exciting origami projects straight to her doorstep. These subscription boxes typically include paper, instructions, and sometimes even additional tools or unique origami models to try, ensuring she always has something new to explore and create.

5. Origami Workshops or Classes: Consider enrolling your mom in an origami workshop or class where she can learn new techniques and interact with other origami enthusiasts. This experience will not only inspire her but also provide her with an opportunity to enhance her skills and meet like-minded people who share her passion.

6. Origami-themed Jewelry: Surprise your mom with origami-themed jewelry that incorporates origami-inspired designs, such as earrings or a necklace in the shape of an origami crane or a delicate lotus flower. This unique and personalized gift will allow her to carry her love for origami close to heart.

7. Personalized Origami Wall Art: Hire a local artist or find an online shop that creates personalized origami wall art. The artist can create a custom origami piece in your mom's favorite colors or featuring her favorite animal, creating a truly unique and meaningful piece of art for her to display and cherish.

Remember, the best gift you can give your mom is your time and effort. Consider spending quality time with her, folding origami together, and creating beautiful memories.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”