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How to Make an Origami Pig Face

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A pig face with folded-down ears and a big snout, in seven easy steps. Draw the eyes and nostrils 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 in half both ways, then unfold.
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    Start with the white side up, turned like a diamond. Fold in half both ways, then unfold.

  2. Step 2: Fold the left and right corners to the centre.
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    Fold the left and right corners to the centre.

  3. Step 3: Turn the paper over.
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    Turn the paper over.

  4. Step 4: Fold the top point behind to the centre.
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    Fold the top point behind to the centre.

  5. Step 5: Fold the two top corners down a little. These are the ears.
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    Fold the two top corners down a little. These are the ears.

  6. Step 6: Fold the bottom point up. This is the snout.
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    Fold the bottom point up. This is the snout.

  7. Step 7: Fold the tip of the snout down a little.
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    Fold the tip of the snout down a little.

  8. The finished origami pig face
    ✓

    Draw two eyes and the nostrils on the snout. Your pig is done.

Tips

  • Pink paper with a lighter back makes the snout stand out.
  • Keep the ear folds small so the head stays wide.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami pig 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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