Origami Turtle


Step 1

Fold the paper in half, then unfold.

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Step 2

Fold the corners to the center crease.

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Step 3

Turn the paper over.

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Step 4

Fold the slant to meet the center and allow the flaps in back to come loose.

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Step 5

Fold the bottom flaps to the center as shown.

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Step 6

Fold about 2/3 of the flap back down as shown.

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Step 7

Fold the “diamond” in half then fold about 3/4 of it back up.

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Step 8

Begin creasing at the left corner tip and slide the crease to the center, then squash parts of the head.

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Step 9

Turn the figure over.

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Step 10

Squeeze the sides of the tail together to create a hump on the shell. Make sure peak of the hump does not go past halfway. After squeezing the tail, fold it to the side.

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Step 11

Fold the tail under the body.

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Step 12

Fold the corners on both side in to give the shell a rounded appearance.

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Step 13

Fold only parts of the tail back out, allow the base to lock the shape of the shell in place while tips protrudes out.

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Step 14

Turn over.

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Step 15

Fold the arms in and then fold the tip back out to the center of the shoulder’s edge.

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Step 16

Fold the legs in and half of it back out to the edge.

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Done!

Turn the turtle over and stretch the arms and legs out a little so it can stand. Good job!

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