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How to Make an Origami Ladybug

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A ladybug with two wing cases and a small head, in eight easy steps. Add the black spots with a marker 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 turned like a diamond. Fold the top corner down to the bottom corner.
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    Start 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 right and left corners down, so their points land just past the bottom point.
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    Fold the right and left corners down, so their points land just past the bottom point.

  4. Step 4: Turn the paper over.
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    Turn the paper over.

  5. Step 5: Fold the top point down a little.
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    Fold the top point down a little.

  6. Step 6: Fold the same point back up, a little lower. This makes the head.
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    Fold the same point back up, a little lower. This makes the head.

  7. Step 7: Fold the left and right corners in a little to round the body.
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    Fold the left and right corners in a little to round the body.

  8. Step 8: Turn the paper over.
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    Turn the paper over.

  9. The finished origami ladybug
    ✓

    Draw the head black and add black spots on the wings. Your ladybug is done.

Tips

  • Red paper is the classic choice; draw the head and spots with a black marker.
  • Let the two wing points spread a little past the bottom point so the wings look open.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami ladybug?

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 8 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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