Origami Butterfly Instructions and Diagrams

by Atsushi Tajiri
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
This origami butterfly is absolutely beautiful and looks even better with nice origami paper. The wings spread out nicely and the body comes up a little to give it a more realistic look. The head adds another dimension of realism and if you like, you can make and attach some antennas for a more complete look.
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Step 1: Start with a square piece of origami paper. If you only have regular 8.5x11 paper, follow these instructions to make a square sheet. |
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Step 2: Fold the paper in half by folding the upper left corner to the lower right corner. |
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Step 3: Unfold. |
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Step 4: Fold in half again by folding the upper right corner to the lower left. |
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Step 5: Unfold. |
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Step 6: Fold in half again by folding the top half back. |
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Step 7: Unfold. |
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Step 8: With your finger, push down on the middle so that it pops in. Go to Next page to continue making the origami butterfly. |