How to Make an Origami Crane
If you want to make origami cranes, you will need some patience as the methods involved can be challenging. Simply follow the instructions detailed to learn about the most popular origami projects. According to the story of Sadako Sasaki from World War 2, people in Japan believe that anyone who folds a thousand paper cranes is granted a wish. Consider starting with just one origami crane if you are new to this technique. Cut a square from a plain sheet of paper or simply use square origami paper to start.
Things Required:
– Plain paper / origami sheet
– Scissors
Instructions
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Before doing anything else you will need to make sure that you have what it takes to perform this task properly. It is best if you are have some artistic skill but it is not required to make an origami crane. Next, position the square origami paper on a smooth surface. For those who want to work with coloured origami, they will need to start with the white side facing up.
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It is now time to fold the paper in half from bottom to the top. Unfold the paper and then fold it in against the half from the other side. Unfold the paper once again. Now create a diamond shape out of the paper by flipping it over. Again, you will be required to fold the paper in half from bottom to the top. Unfold the paper again. Now unfold the paper after folding it in half from side to side. You are basically making creases and folds throughout the paper so that you can follow these to make the proper diamond shapes.
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It is recommended to flip the paper over. Bring two sides of the diamond to meet the end point. This should be done with both sides folded inwards so that the paper starts looking like a little diamond. Create a crease in the centre by folding the top layer of all sides of the diamond. Fold the other side in the same way, flipping over the paper. Unfold all the folds of the diamond and consider bringing the end point of the diamond side up. Create a skinny and a tall diamond, pressing the bottom print of the diamond side upwards. Perform this task for the other side as well after flipping over the paper. It might sound rather complicated but if you take your time and practice you will be able to achieve the proper shape.
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Create the origami crane’s tail and head by ensuring the separated part of the diamond is in the middle and at the bottom. Hold the lower part of the diamond and fold the top layers of both sides. Again, create a crease in the centre. Push the tail backward and pull the head forwards at each side.
