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How to Make an Origami Dog Face

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A dog face with floppy ears and a white muzzle, in five steps. One of the easiest models to start with.

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

Print instructions (PDF) Fold-on-the-lines sheet See the steps Printable paper

Step by step

1
Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold the top corner down to the bottom corner.
2
Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.
3
Fold both side corners down to make the ears.
4
Fold the bottom point of the top layer up to make the nose.
5
Fold the top edge behind.
✓
Draw the eyes and mouth. Your dog is done.

Tips

Brown paper with a white back gives the muzzle its colour.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami dog 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 5 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. There is also a sheet with the fold lines printed on the paper, numbered in folding order.