Rounded-Wing Butterfly

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.

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

1. 1

   Fold the square into four equal vertical sections and unfold. Bring the two side edges to the center.

2. 2

   Fold the long rectangle in half downward.

3. 3

   Fold the two upper corners toward the middle, then unfold them.

4. 4

   Push the corners inward between the layers along these creases and flatten into a house-like shape.

5. 5

   Turn the model over and fold the top triangle behind.

6. 6

   Open the left section from the middle and squash it flat.

7. 7

   Open and squash the right section in the same way.

8. 8

   Fold the indicated edges along their guides, then fold the triangular layers down so the dotted lines align.

9. 9

   Fold each diagonal flap to the indicated crease. Raise the lower colored layers, repeating the same folds on both sides.

10. 10

    Fold the outer corners slightly behind to round the four wings.

11. 11

    Gently pinch the inner layers along the indicated creases to lift the wings and define the butterfly’s center.

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.

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