01Materials Needed

  • A square piece of paper
  • Scissors (optional)

02Step 1: Fold the Paper Diagonally

  • Start with a square piece of paper.
  • Fold the paper in half diagonally, making a triangle shape.

03Step 2: Fold the Triangle Edges

  • Take the left corner of the triangle and fold it to meet the top point.
  • Repeat the same fold with the right corner.
  • You should now have a smaller triangle shape.

04Step 3: Fold the Bottom Edge

  • Take the bottom edge of the triangle and fold it up, creating a smaller triangle shape with a straight edge at the bottom.

05Step 4: Create the Neck

  • Fold the top corner of the triangle down, creating a smaller triangle shape with a straight edge at the top.
  • This will be the neck of the swan.

06Step 5: Form the Head

  • Fold the tip of the neck upward to form the head of the swan.
  • You can shape the head by adjusting the fold and creating a beak.

07Step 6: Create the Wings

  • Extend the paper on the sides to create the wings of the swan.
  • Fold the wings slightly upward to give them a natural curve.

08Step 7: Final Touches

  • Carefully adjust the folds and creases to give your paper swan a neat and polished look.
  • You can use scissors to trim any uneven edges if desired.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully made a paper swan. Origami is a versatile and enjoyable activity that offers countless opportunities for creativity. Feel free to experiment with different paper sizes, colors, and decorations to make your swans unique. Enjoy the art of paper folding!

MethodsDetails
Materials NeededA square piece of paper, Scissors (optional)
Step 1Fold the paper diagonally
Step 2Fold the triangle edges
Step 3Fold the bottom edge
Step 4Create the neck
Step 5Form the head
Step 6Create the wings
Step 7Final touches
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