From Paper to Lilies

Origami is the art of folding pieces of paper into shapes of animals, birds, flowers, and other objects. This art probably began in China sometime after the invention of paper.

The Chinese made paper houses, furniture, and other things to be burned at a person�s funeral, in the hope that the dead person would enjoy the use of these objects in the next world.

The art of paper-folding reached Japan in the 7th century. It was the Japanese who perfected this art, gave us the name origami, and introduced it to people in other parts of the world.

This quest is intended on how to make a lily origami. Lily is derived from the Greek word �leiron,� (generally assumed to refer to the white Madonna lily), the lily was so revered by the Greeks that they believed it sprouted from the milk of Hera, the queen of the gods.  Lilies are known to be the May birth flower, and the 30th wedding anniversary flower. A beautiful flower to behold, the lily will always hold a special place in the lives of many.

As a result of this quest, you will be equipped with knowledge about the step by step process in making a lily origami. This would also enhance your creativity with regard to paper folding.