By Noreen Doll.
Fold some delightful bunny money to give a gift of money in a creative way. Dollar bill origami is easy and fun, so give this origami rabbit a try!
This is a wonderful idea for an Easter basket, or to give older kids who feel they are too old for Easter baskets.
And it would make great Easter party favors. Or show kids how to fold bunny money as a party activity.
It would work well for other occasions, too, such as birthdays, or a just for fun way to give your favorite kid some extra spending money.
You can find a package of wiggly eyes in a few sizes at the Dollar Store.
Try this very easy dollar bill origami.
Materials.
Crisp, New Dollar Bill (or any other denomination)
Wiggly Eyes (Optional – but it looks more bunny-like with them)
Small Pink Circle (Card stock, construction paper, or craft foam)
Double Sided Tape
How to Fold Easy Bunny Money.
1. Lay the dollar bill face up. Fold the bottom edge up to about the middle of the row of bright green numbers on the upper right part of the bill. Crease sharply.
2. Fold the top edge down so it is even with the fold at the bottom of the bill. Crease sharply.
3. Fold the dollar bill in half from side to side, making sure all edges are even. Crease sharply in the middle.
Unfold the last fold.
4. Fold the right side up so the bottom edge touches the center line fold. Crease sharply.
5. Fold the left side up the same way so there is no large gap between the edges, and the top edges are even.
6. Fold the left top corner on the left side to the center as shown.
Repeat with the other ear.
7. In the center of each ear, pinch the edges together and crease just in the middle – between where the thumb and finger are.
8. Turn the bunny money over.
9.Using double sided tape, put a small pink circle at the point.
10. Use double sided tape to add 2 wiggly eyes close together, just above the pink circle.
The bunny money is ready to hide in an Easter basket. Or slip into a card.
Tips
I prefer the bunny money made with the back side of the bill showing, as George’s face is a bit distracting when the front side of a dollar bill is used.
Have fun with dollar bill origami.
© Noreen Doll
Mel says
How Cute!!! What a wonderful easter idea.
Happier Than A Pig in Mud says
This is very cute! Seems like one of the simpler patterns too-thanks:@)
Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says
Oh yeah, adorable for Easter baskets. Thanks for sharing! Pinning too 🙂
Marty says
That is so stinkin’ adorable!
Trish @ Uncommon says
This is such a great idea! I so need to do this for my neice and nephews this year! Thanks a bunch for sharing this at our Monday Funday link party this week!
Take care,
Trish
The Better Baker says
Fun! Fun! Fun! My grandkids will love it…and I thank you for sharing. Saw this post at Mix it up Monday.
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
ADORBS. What a cute idea! Thanks for linking up to Monday Funday!
June says
This IS perfect for the older kids – thanks!
Michelle says
This is the cutest money I’ve ever seen!! I love this and so will my daughter! 🙂 Michelle
Krissy @ B-Inspired Mama says
This is stinkin’ adorable! I think I’ll do this for the Easter baskets this year. Thanks for the inspiration. 🙂
Jessica @ A Humble Creation says
So cute! Thanks for sharing at A New Creation!
Jeni says
Very cute!!
Liz Fourez says
Bunny Money! I love it! I’m sure my kiddos will too : )
Thanks so much for partying with us at Time to Sparkle!
Liz
Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says
My son will love this! Thanks for sharing at my Twirl & Take a Bow Party! Have a great week.
Leslie
House on the Way
Jessica says
You have such fun ideas!! Thanks for linking up to An Oldie but a Goodie link party! – Jessica (cutesycrafts.com)
Rose Craft says
Fun money bunny. Well done. Thank you. ~ Rose
Carolyn Wilhelm says
Makes a dollar look great and appealing! Thanks so much, Carolyn
Shannon says
What a cute idea! I will be using this as the rabbit is on our family crest and makes an appearance at all family gatherings.
admin says
How fun!
Noreen
Crystelle Boutique says
I love it! What a cute craft to make with kids!
hugs x
Crystelle
Crystelle Boutique
krystie says
wouldn’t these be perfect hiding inside an egg!
Robin says
I don’t like the kids Easter baskets to be full of candy. This would be a good alternative. Thank you. Hope to see you next week!
Robin
Blayne says
This is so fun!! What a great idea! Thanks for the tutorial! I will be sure to use this for any Easter related money gifts. 🙂 I may have to tuck one of these in my 6 month old’s Easter basket to put in his piggy bank .. just because it is sooooo sweet!
D@TheShadyPorch says
Love the whimsy! Thanks for sharing at the Rock ‘N Share! Blessings, D
Rita says
So cute! Thanks for the tutorial.
Julia Forshee says
My kids will absolutely go CRAZY over being able to make a bunny with their money. I know our readers will love it, too! 🙂
Linda says
PINNED!
Elena says
That is so cute! Too funny!
Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says
What a fun idea for Easter baskets! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.
Heather says
Super cute! My Father in Law loves folding money. He has a book on it! I’ll have to show him this. Visiting from the spring blog hop!
Kat Geitner says
Adorbs! Adding this to my sons Easter basket! He will LOVe it! Thanks for sharing, popping by from Ladybird ln
Carla says
I don’t know which my kids would love more–making them or receiving them! I’m including this in my preschool Easter round up at http://preschoolpowolpackets.blogspot.com/2013/03/29-easter-activities-for-preschoolers.html — let me know if that’s a problem!
Kaysi @ Keeping It Simple says
This is such a fun idea! We give money instead of baskets and this is perfect, thanks!
Sherry says
Darling way to add to an Easter Basket for older children! Thanks for the great idea 🙂 Happy Weekend!!
Rosey says
It’s cute and perfect for the Easter baskets!
Diann says
Very fun and cute! thanks!
Lisa Morris says
Do you have instructions to make an origami owl using a dollar? I’d be so appreciative.
Pamela says
I smiled when I saw the money bunny on Share the Shelter. They are going to hop right in my grands Easter packages.
Faith says
This is adorable! Pinning it! 🙂
Peggy-PJH Designs says
This is so adorable! What a cute gift idea. Thank you for joining us at Transformed Tuesday this week.
Hugs,
Peggy~PJH Designs
Karen says
So cute! I will be adding these to the Easter cards! Thank you!
Robin says
What a cute bunny! Thank you for sharing it.
Robin
Lanaya @ Raising Reagan says
What a creative way to make a bunny. Love the tutorial!
Thank you for linking to Raising Imperfection.
Please come back Friday to see if you were featured. 🙂
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Mindie says
Featuring Soon On Bacon Time!
BeColorful says
What a perfect addition to an Easter basket next week. 😀 Thanks for the idea and tutorial.
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Erin @ Making Memories says
This is so cool! Pinned it!
Katie @ Horrific Knits says
So cute! Thanks so much for linking up with Inspired Weekends! Please stop by Horrific Knits on Friday for the next round!
Leslie says
So cute!
Thanks for sharing your favorite post at Raising Imperfection! We feature our favorites on Friday, make sure to come back and check.
Leslie
Theresa says
My kiddo would love some bunny money! Cute idea! Thanks for sharing & linking up!
Linda says
Hi, Noreen, You always make things that NEED to be featured!! Thanks for linking up. New party open in a few minutes.. Linda
Mackenzie says
These are adorable! Perfect for Easter baskets! You are a Featured Favorite on Saturday Show & Tell at Cheerios and Lattes this week, thanks for joining us last week, we love having you! Can’t wait to see what you’ve been up to this week!
Mackenzie 🙂
April @ Angel's Homestead says
This was the most viewed link at my link party last week. Congrats!
Thank you so much for linking this up at Saturday Spotlight! The new link party is up and I’d love to see you back. Have a great week. 🙂
http://angelshomestead.com/saturday-spotlight-10/
April
Savannah says
Thanks for linking this up to Look What We Did. Tomorrow I will be kicking off a new link up for April. I hope you’ll stop by and add all your new posts. I look forward to seeing what you’ve been up to. -Savannah http://www.hammocktracks.com
Karri Reiser says
My son will love this. I’m certainly saving this for next year. Thanks for sharing at my Easter Party at My Life’s a Treasure
JAMIE BERTUCCI (JME B) says
I absolutely love this! Perfect for my 11 yr old to put inside his Easter basket! Thanks for sharing. Found you on the Someday Crafts blog hop. =) ~Jamie
Kat Ryan says
How cute is this!!! Love it!!! Thank you for posting.
Krista says
This is so super cute!! I won’t feel bad sticking money in my 16 year old’s basket if it’s bunny shaped!! Thanks for linking up to Wake up Wednesday this week!
Kelley says
Too cute, thanks for the tutorial! Found you on the linky party!
Rosemary says
Very cute and easy to mail to out-of-town relatives. Add a cotton ball to the back for a cute tail!
heidi says
This is so perfect for an Easter card or Easter basket. Visiting from Wake Up Wednesday Linky Party.
Kristina & Millie says
you are right, the front side is a bit disturbing lol I love this though and will make a couple (small bills) to add to the kids and grand kid’s baskets!
danielle says
this is such a fun idea! Thanks so much for sharing this at the Friday Frenzy!
Carrie @ Crafty Moms Share says
So cute!! Thank you for sharing at Sharing Saturday!
Laura@Baking in Pyjamas says
What a fun craft. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great weekend!!
Sally says
Really clever.
Pamela Smith says
This is really cute! I made a shamrock for St. Patrick’s day and this will be perfect for adding to my daughters eggs! Thanks for ideas! I am visiting from The Gathering Spot today.
Our Treasured Home says
This is really cute and I am going to make some for my grandbabies!
Marla says
This is really cute. We have a shirt made from dollars bills but I think it took 5 $1 bills to make it. Visiting from Tuesdays with a Twist.
Heaven says
This is just great! I found you on A Bowl Full of Lemons. Pinned!
Bernadyn says
My kids would love this, better idea than just all candy and they won’t mind they’re getting some bunny money! Sharing on my blog’s FB page tomorrow 🙂
Ashley says
Hello! Stopping by from Worthwhile Wednesdays. This is so cute! I actually like the googly eyes on George 😀 Thanks for sharing!
Darla at HeartWork Organizing says
THANKS! I’m always looking for non-candy treats for the Easter Basket, and this is perfect for my little ones. Pinned!
Aimee @ Captivating Corner Blog says
Cute & Creative! Thanks for sharing. I just stumbled upon your site so I am off now to take a look at the rest of your blog!
SarahBeth ~ Along Magnolia Lane says
How cute! I’m definitely making a couple for my granddaughter’s Easter basket — and I just happen to have some wiggly eyes on hand!!
Darla says
This is the cutest!
Angela McKinney says
Too cute! This would be a great gift for the older kids. I am horrible at origami but I think I could handle this. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Beth McIntire says
So adorable! My 11-year-old daughter is going to try making bunny money.
Jann Olson says
Love this fun bunny money! Thanks for sharing it with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Brittanie @Simplistically Living says
This is such a fun way to give money for Easter! My son is going to love it. Thanks for the tutorial! Visiting from the Hit me with your Best Shot Linky Party.
sandy sandler says
Thanks for always sharing your crafts on our Saturday Crafty Showcase!!! You projects are always so creative!!!
Simple Nature Decor says
Very Cute and stylish money!
Thanks for sharing this at Fabulous Friday
Maria
Ilka says
Love your blog and your creative posts! This bunny is too cute!
Coombe Mill - Fiona says
Such a fun way to give money!
Jamie says
That is so cute!! I know my son would say…”only $1″! 😛 Might have to try this. Thank you for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty
Carol Cook says
Maybe I should put “Bunny Money” in my kids’ Easter egg!
Thanks for sharing at SYC.
Shirley Wood says
Now that’s cute. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday. The little one’s would like to find this in their Easter basket.
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says
That’s so cute! I wouldn’t mind getting one of these for Easter (but I’d like it to say 100…LOL) Thanks so much for sharing with us at Share The Wealth Sunday! xoxo
Teresa says
I love this idea, thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned!
jenny says
This is adorable and so creative. Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty
prabin shrestha says
So cute…..This is a wonderful idea for my son thank for such a great idea. keep posting a new idea.
Rebecca MacDonald says
Most creative, most fun and most cute!!!!! My 11 year old grandson will LOVE his little Easter basket filled with bunny-ears Easter eggs!!! Thank you for such a great idea, particularly for older children.
Nnacy says
I do an origami money critter for every holiday for my granddaughter and use double stick tape to stick it inside a card for her. She has saved all that I’ve done for her!