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Finished origami cat face

How to Make an Origami Cat Face

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An easy cat face with pointed ears, a good first model for children. Draw the eyes and whiskers at the end.

You need: One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

Step by step

  1. Step 1: Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold the top corner down to the bottom corner.
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    Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold the top corner down to the bottom corner.

  2. Step 2: Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.
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    Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.

  3. Step 3: Fold the left and right corners down to the bottom corner.
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    Fold the left and right corners down to the bottom corner.

  4. Step 4: Fold the points of both flaps up and out to make the ears.
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    Fold the points of both flaps up and out to make the ears.

  5. Step 5: Fold the top corner behind.
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    Fold the top corner behind.

  6. Step 6: Fold the bottom corner behind.
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    Fold the bottom corner behind.

  7. Step 7: Turn the paper over.
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    Turn the paper over.

  8. The finished origami cat face
    ✓

    Your cat face is done.

Tips

  • The ears come out more even if both flaps are folded at the same time, using the same point.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami cat face?

One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

How hard is it to fold?

It is rated easy and takes 7 steps. It is one of the simpler models on the site.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. The printable PDF has every diagram and step on 1 page.

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