Folding Paper into Fourths
Learn how to create a 4 by 4 grid of creases on a square sheet of paper. This origami folding technique is very useful for numerous origami models.
Folding Paper into Fourths Instructions
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1. This is the back of the paper (usually white). We will start off by making an origami cupboard fold.
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2. Fold the paper in half, from right to left.
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3. Unfold the previous step.
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4. Fold the right edge to the central vertical crease.
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5. Fold the left edge to the central vertical crease. This is the origami cupboard fold.
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6. Unfold the paper completely.
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7. Repeat the cupboard fold in the other direction. Fold the bottom edge up to the top edge.
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8. Unfold the previous step.
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9. Fold the bottom edge up to the central horizontal crease.
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10. Fold the top edge down to the central crease.
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11. Unfold the previous step. You now have your origami paper folded into a 4 x 4 grid.
Your Folding Paper into Fourths is Complete!
Now that you have created a 4 x 4 grid, why not move on to some other grids? Click here (coming soon).
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