Eight-Unit Lotus Bookmark

Use this finished example to compare the shape and proportions of your model.

Use this finished example to compare the shape and proportions of your model.

1. 1

   Cut or select eight matching strips, each 2 cm wide and 8 cm long.

2. 2

   Fold one strip in half lengthwise and open it. Fold the two upper corners toward the middle.

3. 3

   Fold the long lower section diagonally to the left, then to the right, opening after each fold.

4. 4

   Open the diagonal folds. Fold the upper section downward along the horizontal guide and unfold.

5. 5

   Bring the two sides inward along the crossing creases.

6. 6

   Squash the upper layers downward. Fold the small right-hand flap across.

7. 7

   Fold the little left section inward, then refold the right section along its guide.

8. 8

   Repeat the corresponding small fold on the opposite side. Fold both lower corners to the center.

9. 9

   Fold the lower section upward, then bring its lower side edges to the center.

10. 10

    Open the lower section and bring the side creases inward toward the center.

11. 11

    Fold the lower section up and tuck the loose flap into the pocket to close the unit.

12. 12

    Repeat to make eight matching units. Interlock neighboring units in the arrangement shown.

13. 13

    Continue around the circle and connect the last unit to the first, then spread the layers into a lotus.

Use this finished example to compare the shape and proportions of your model.

Use this finished example to compare the shape and proportions of your model.