There is something especially cheerful about folding your own Christmas decorations, and this modular wreath is one of the quickest ways to add a splash of handmade color to your holiday season. Made from just eight identical units of red and green paper, the finished ring looks like a tiny stained-glass window — bold, symmetrical, and instantly festive. You can hang it on the tree, tape it to a gift, or string several together into a garland.

The best part is that every unit is folded the same way, so by the time you finish the third one your fingers already know the moves. The units slide together like puzzle pieces, and the wreath holds its shape without a drop of glue. If you have never tried modular origami before, this is the perfect place to start. Grab four red squares, four green ones, and let us build a little wreath!

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