House
A traditional house with two roofs. Learn the squash fold.
- DifficultyIntermediate
- PaperSquare, 15 × 15 cm
- Steps6
- About6 min
Why this level: Two squash folds: lift a flap, open its pocket and flatten it.
You need: 1 sheet of origami paper, A pen for doors and windows (optional)
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Steps at a glance
1. Fold in half
White side up. Fold the top edge down to the bottom edge.
2. Crease the center
Fold in half side to side and unfold.
3. Fold the sides to the center
Fold the left and right edges to the center line.
4. Crease the roof lines
Fold each flap’s top inner corner down diagonally, crease, and unfold. These guide the squash.
5. Squash the right roof
Lift the right flap, open its top pocket, and press it flat into a triangle roof along the creases.
6. Squash the left roof
Squash the left side the same way. Draw a door and windows and your house is done!