Paper Boat with an Upright Heart

1. 1

   Fold the rectangle in half in each direction and unfold. Place the long side vertically.

2. 2

   Fold the lower section diagonally in both directions, opening each fold. Fold the bottom edge upward to mark the horizontal guide.

3. 3

   Bring the lower side sections inward along the diagonal creases and flatten. Fold the lower point upward, then unfold the lower section again.

4. 4

   Turn the paper over. Raise the indicated creases as ridges and bring the side sections inward until the end collapses into a broad flat flap.

5. 5

   Turn the model over. Bring the indicated lower side edges toward the middle.

6. 6

   Open one long side and gather it inward along the prepared creases.

7. 7

   Repeat on the right and rotate the model end for end. Fold the top section halfway behind.

8. 8

   Open the two small corner pockets and flatten them.

9. 9

   Fold the small side corners inward, then lower the two upper tips to round the lobes.

10. 10

    Fold the model sideways and align the indicated side edges along the guides.

11. 11

    Lower the indicated flap. Fold upward along the crease on the other edge and tuck the loose layer into the boat.

12. 12

    Spread the hull and raise the heart at its center.

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