Elizabeth Stevens Beneath the Bleeding

Introduction

Welcome to this step-by-step tutorial on creating an origami shark. Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, can be both a relaxing and fulfilling hobby. In this guide, you will learn how to transform a simple square of paper into a magnificent shark. Follow these instructions carefully, and you will end up with a wonderful piece of art.

Materials Needed

To begin with, ensure you have the following materials on hand:

1. A square piece of origami paper (preferably grey or blue).

2. A flat and clean working surface.

3. A bone folder or an equivalent tool to make sharp creases (optional).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Start by placing the origami paper color side down. Fold it diagonally to form a triangle, and then unfold to reveal a crease. Repeat the process with the opposite diagonal.

Step 2: Fold the paper in half horizontally, unfold, and then fold it vertically. Unfold again to have creases forming a cross through the center of the paper.

Step 3: Bring the top corner down to the center, aligning it with the creases you’ve made. Repeat this for the other three corners to create a smaller square.

Step 4: Turn the square over and fold one corner up to the center, creating a larger triangle at the bottom. Repeat for the other three corners.

Step 5: Flip the paper back to the original side, fold the bottom of the triangle up towards the center, and then unfold. Use the creases to shape a smaller triangle.

Step 6: Fold down the top corners towards the bottom. Tuck each side into the layers beneath to form the shark’s fins.

Step 7: Finally, fold back the top point and slightly adjust for the shark’s head. Sharpen each crease and make sure the fins are properly folded.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created an origami shark. This tutorial demonstrated that, with patience and attention to detail, a square paper can become a graceful shark. Enjoy your new origami masterpiece and feel free to experiment with different sizes and colors of paper for varied results.