Iris Folding
Iris Folding Patterns and Instructions
This page includes information on how to do iris folding and also contains dozens of links to free iris folding patterns. You can use these iris folding patterns on greeting cards, bookmarks or as scrapbooking decorations. Iris folding began in Holland using the patterned paper from the inside of recycled envelopes (like the teapot above). The iris is the section in the middle. In the teapot card above, I used a candy wrapper in the iris to make this a card made almost entirely from recycled...

Iris Folding
What is Iris Folding?
Iris folding is a technique that originated in Holland. Color coordinated strips of folded paper are taped into place over a pattern, creating a spiralling design that resembles the iris of an eye or camera. Originally, Dutch crafters would cut their strips from envelopes with patterned interiors, but now it is common to use lightweight papers including those used for origami to create iris folded designs.

Iris Folding
A Simple Yet Beautiful Paper Craft
Iris folding is a paper craft used to created beautiful shapes for card fronts, scrapbook embellishments, altered art projects or any other craft project where a design is wanted. Iris folding looks complicated, but is remarkably easy to master. The crafter folds strips of colored paper and arranges them to form a design. An iris, reminiscent of the iris of an eye or of a camera forms in the middle. Hence, the name "iris folding."

Iris Folding with Sandy Bassett
A Delightful Paper Folding Craft
Sandy Bassett fell in love with iris folding and set out to master the technique. Now she shares what she has learned on the eHow website so others can enjoy this unique craft. Sandy is a mother, grandmother and "beach gal at heart." Her latest passion is learning to write eHow articles, creating Squidoo Lenses, making new friends and enjoying life.