Paper Turtle

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

1. 1

   Crease the square horizontally and vertically, then unfold.

2. 2

   Bring three corners to the center point, leaving the fourth corner extended.

3. 3

   Turn the paper over and fold the remaining point downward.

4. 4

   Turn it back over, then fold the model in half along the horizontal guide.

5. 5

   Push both side sections inward along their creases and flatten into the triangle shown.

6. 6

   Fold the lower point upward, then align the indicated crease with the upper edge to form the central diamond.

7. 7

   Fold the indicated layer to the left, then fold it back to the right.

8. 8

   Lift the central flap upward and bring the upper-right layer down around it, following the curved arrow.

9. 9

   Repeat on the left: fold the layer to the right and then back to the left.

10. 10

    Raise the central flap and bring the upper-left layer down so both sides match.

11. 11

    With the four flippers formed, fold the left section toward the right along the guide.

12. 12

    Fold the corresponding right section toward the left to make a narrow center.

13. 13

    Turn the turtle face up. Fold the two side edges behind along the dotted guides.

14. 14

    Pinch a light fold along the center to give the shell a little height.

15. 15

    Fold the small pointed head tip behind to soften it, then add two eyes with a marker.

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