Onion

Some origami models impress with sheer complexity, but the humble onion proves that a few well-placed folds can be just as charming. This little vegetable comes together in only seven steps, which makes it the perfect fold when you want a quick win or a gentle warm-up before tackling something bigger. There is a quiet satisfaction in watching a flat square slowly round into a plump onion shape, and because every crease follows a photo, you never have to guess where to fold. Try it in a warm paper tone and it looks good enough to drop into a paper basket of origami vegetables — or pair it with the other models here for a tiny paper harvest.

STEP 1. Fold the paper in half.

STEP 2. Fold it upward at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 3. Fold it upward at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 4. Fold it upward at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 5. Fold it at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 6. Fold it at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 7. Turn the paper over.

Done! Your origami onion is complete.