The one and only Amsterdam Origami Club Meetup. OBA CC Amstel, Second Sun 11am

## 🚨 IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE JOINING! **DO NOT RSVP ON MEETUP.** **ALL attendance is managed ONLY through the WhatsApp channel.** Join the official WhatsApp channel here: [https://shorturl.at/Ttdhk](https://shorturl.at/Ttdhk) Once inside, tap **“Origami Workshop Attendance Chat”** and send a message with: * Your **name** * The **workshop date** you want to join This workshop is advertised across multiple platforms, so the WhatsApp channel is the only fair way to manage **first‑come, first‑served** spots. We regularly receive **30–40 sign‑ups**, but can only host **20 people** per session. If the workshop is full, you’ll be placed on a **priority waiting list** for the next one. If you can’t attend, please cancel your RSVP so someone else can take your place. *There is also a **monthly intermediate workshop** on the **fourth Sunday**. Message me in the WhatsApp channel if you’d like to join.* *** # 👋 Welcome to the Amsterdam Origami Club A monthly creative meetup where beginners and experienced folders come together to learn, relax and create beautiful paper art. Each month features a **new themed origami workshop**, taught step‑by‑step by **Samuel Tsang**, author of *The Book of Mindful Origami* and *The Magic of Mindful Origami*. *** ## 💸 Cost & Donations This workshop is proudly supported by the OBA to encourage more community arts activities. Attendance is **voluntary donation based**. If you’re able, please donate to help cover: * Art materials * Origami paper * Books * Printing Donations can be made in cash or via our QR Tikkie code at the workshop. *** ## 🎨 Monthly Themes (Subject to change if I discover a fun new model!) * **January — Animals:** birds, fish, cats, dogs * **February — Valentine’s Day:** hearts, love letters, rings, tulips * **March — Wedding Bouquet:** lilies, tulips, floral arrangements * **April — Easter:** bunnies, chicks, baskets * **May — Mother’s Day:** beautiful paper flowers * **June — Modular Origami:** Sonobe units, geometric shapes, paper engineering * **July — Kirigami:** cut‑paper art * **August — TBC** * **September — Water Animals** * **October — Halloween:** ghosts, bats, pumpkins * **November — TBC** * **December — Christmas:** festive models and decorations *** ## 📽️ What to Expect This is an **instructor‑led workshop** with clear, step‑by‑step demonstrations projected on screen. You’ll have time to fold each model, ask questions, and enjoy a relaxing creative session. Included: * All materials * Guided instruction * Access to video tutorials on our website *** ## 🌱 Our Mission The Amsterdam Origami Club aims to build a friendly, creative community. We’re looking for volunteers to help run sessions and eventually lead workshops. If you’d like to learn how to teach origami confidently, message me — I’d love to train you. *** ## 📅 2026 Workshop Dates **Second Sunday of every month — 11:00 to 12:30** * Jan 11 * Feb 8 * Mar 8 * Apr 12 * May 10 * Jun 14 * Sep 13 * Oct 11 * Nov 8 * Dec 13 Please arrive on time. If you’re late, ring the doorbell — the last person to arrive will help open the door for others. **Max capacity: 20 participants** *** ## 📍 Venue Makerplaats Room (1st Floor) OBA CC Amstel Cullinanplein 1 1074 JM Amsterdam *** ## 🧘 About Origami Origami is more than paper folding — it’s a blend of **art, craft, mindfulness, geometry and meditation**. Benefits include: * Relaxation & stress relief * Improved focus & memory * Better hand‑eye coordination * Creative thinking * A calm, meditative state Origami is accessible to everyone — no tools needed, just your hands and a sheet of paper. It’s truly **yoga for the mind**. *** ## 🎥 Media Features Our workshops have been featured on: * **AT5 / OBA Live** * **BBC** * **Channel 4** *** ## ℹ️ Additional Info * Suitable for **complete beginners** * Children welcome (recommended **8+**) * Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult *** ## 🚇 Transport Closest metro: **De Pijp** Street parking is usually free on Sundays. Nearest paid park