Slim Paper Dolphin

The completed model, shown from another angle to help check its shape and proportions.

The completed model, shown from another angle to help check its shape and proportions.

1. 1

   Crease both diagonals and open the square. With a corner pointing upward, fold the two upper edges toward the center. Open them and repeat with the lower edges.

2. 2

   Open the square, then bring all four sides inward along the diagonal creases. Fold the central triangular flaps upward. Cut along the marked center line from the lower point, stopping where the dotted guide ends.

3. 3

   Turn the model over. Fold the top point down, fold part of it upward again, and fold the small tip down once more to form the short snout.

4. 4

   Fold the small side corners inward. Fold the whole model in half to the left, then rotate it horizontally. Lift the indicated inner flap to meet the upper edge.

5. 5

   Reverse the direction of the circled inner flap and lift it upward to form the dorsal fin. Turn the model over and fold the visible flap to the right to shape the side fin.

6. 6

   Fold the split rear points to form the tail flukes, following the arrow. Add a small eye with a marker.

The completed model, shown from another angle to help check its shape and proportions.

The completed model, shown from another angle to help check its shape and proportions.

The completed model, shown from another angle to help check its shape and proportions.