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Finished origami walrus

How to Make an Origami Walrus

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A walrus face with two long tusks, in five easy steps. Draw the eyes, nose 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 turned like a diamond. Fold the bottom corner up to the top corner.
    1

    Start turned like a diamond. Fold the bottom corner up to the top corner.

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

    Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.

  3. Step 3: Fold the left and right corners down past the bottom edge. These are the tusks.
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    Fold the left and right corners down past the bottom edge. These are the tusks.

  4. Step 4: Fold the top point down.
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    Fold the top point down.

  5. Step 5: Fold the left and right corners behind to make the head narrower.
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    Fold the left and right corners behind to make the head narrower.

  6. The finished origami walrus
    ✓

    Draw the eyes, nose and whiskers. Your walrus is done.

Tips

  • Grey or brown paper works best.
  • Fold both tusks with the same crease from the top point so they come out the same length.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami walrus?

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.

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