Creating a fortune teller involves folding a square paper strategically, adding numbers and fortunes. It's a simple and entertaining origami craft that can be personalized with creative messages.
Making a fortune teller, also known as a cootie catcher or origami chatterbox, is a fun and simple craft that requires only a square piece of paper. Follow these steps to create your own fortune teller:
Start with a Square Paper:
Begin with a square piece of paper. If your paper is not square, fold one corner diagonally to the opposite edge, creating a triangle, and trim off the excess to form a square.
Fold in Half:
Fold the square in half diagonally to create a triangle. Unfold it afterward.
Fold Corners to Center:
Take each corner of the square and fold it toward the center point, forming a smaller square.
Flip and Repeat:
Flip the paper to the other side and fold each corner towards the center once again.
Fold in Half:
Fold the paper in half horizontally and vertically, creating creases that intersect at the center.
Open and Manipulate:
Open the paper and place it flat. Insert your fingers into the pockets created by the folds, allowing you to manipulate the fortune teller.
Add Numbers and Fortunes:
Number the outer squares and write different fortunes or messages under each number.
Play:
To use the fortune teller, have someone choose a number, spell out the number while moving the fortune teller, and then pick a final number to reveal their fortune.