Origami Lazy Susan Printable Instructions

This clever origami Lazy Susan is a great example of functional folding. With five neat compartments, it’s perfect for holding paperclips, candy, or other little desk items. The model first appeared in the 1963 book The Best of Origami by Samuel Randlett, and it has become a classic ever since. Most of the folds are beginner-friendly, but the final shaping step, where you open and round the compartments, can be a little tricky the first time. You can watch our video where we show you exactly how to get it right. Once you’ve folded one, you’ll want to make more for every corner of your home or workspace!

• Designed by a traditional design
• Diagrams by Nick Robinson
• Difficulty: Easy
• Number of steps: 18
• Number of pages: 3
• Recommended paper: 8 x 8 in (20 x 20 cm) Tant origami paper
• Folding time: 5-10 minutes

Full step-by-step tutorial with video