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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 the right corner over to the left, on a line a little right of the middle.
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    Fold the right corner over to the left, on a line a little right of the middle.

  3. Step 3: Fold the same flap back up and to the right, so its point sticks out above the top edge. This is the ear.
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    Fold the same flap back up and to the right, so its point sticks out above the top edge. This is the ear.

  4. Step 4: Fold the bottom point behind.
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    Fold the bottom point behind.

  5. The finished origami mouse head
    ✓

    Draw the eye, colour the nose and add some whiskers. Your mouse is done.

Tips

  • Grey or brown paper looks most like a mouse.
  • Draw a big eye and a few whiskers near the nose.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami mouse head?

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 4 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.

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