Q&A for How to Make Origami Paper Claws

Yes, you should make them the right sizes to fit your fingers. To make them bigger or smaller, just start with a bigger or smaller piece of paper.

Yes, if the paper has the correct dimensions.

I tried it and it did not seem hard to make. However, everyone is different. If it is too hard for you to make this, then I suggest you practice simple origami.

It depends if you want the claws thick or thin. I advise you to use thin paper.

Yes!

I think so, but origami does take a lot of practice. Just try your best and don't be disappointed if you don't get it right the first time.

Yes, there are, but they are almost the same as the first and third ones, with just a few different folds.

Possibly. As with anything, be careful how you use them.

Watching a video on how to do it may be easier than looking at the steps. Try looking up "Origami Claws" on YouTube!

Take the triangle you created and just fold it in half so that the two bottom corners touch.

Yes, there are many different ways to make paper claws. The easiest one is to just roll up a piece of paper into a triangular tube.

No. Just give it your best shot. It's just origami, after all.

No. You could also use regular printing paper, and start from a rectangle.

The claws are paper, so they can be bent or ripped fairly easily.

It is easier to make with origami paper.

No, you will not need tape for it, the last fold tucks one of the edges into a pocket so it will stay. You can use tape to make it more secure if you feel it won't stay well.

You could use that. Although it would be more difficult to fold, it would be more durable.

No, not really. If you don't do the steps as written, then the claws will most likely come out odd, or they would fall apart. It's also good practice in sustaining your reading attention.

The paper used is a rectangle. You can use any type of paper you have around the house, just as long as it is square in shape and it is strong enough for folding and keeping its shape.

Yes, if it fits you can use it as a hand claw. The paper claws can be used for anything you want it to be used for.

Yes, you can make smaller ones for witch nails. Just use a smaller size paper to make it. To attach them, use something like poster tack or nail glue.

Yes, you can but it might be harder to fold. Try to make sure the Sticky Note is the same ratio to the paper used in this article.

Yes, you can. In fact, these claws can be used to make origami cat claws and you can make them into whatever color you would like so it matches the type of cat you want to be.

You can use these origami paper claws as wolverine claws. They can be used for any type of claw you would like them to be used for.

Any thickness or paper will work, but try not to make it too thick or thin. Otherwise, it might be harder to make and use.

Try using bigger paper. That way, the whole claw will be bigger.

Make it bigger by using bigger paper, so that the paper will slip by your fingers.

The paper is small. Try using 6 or 10 inch, it will work much better. Or, you can give them to your friends!

Try using a smooth paper like Flint paper or Lotus origami brand. You may use hard paper if it tears.

They may be too loose. Try making another but trim 1/4 inch off two sides.