origami sitting crane

How to Fold a Traditional Origami Sitting Crane

kellyByKelly Tan

Are you on the lookout for a new origami crane project? This one might just be what you’re searching for!

While it may not be as well-known as the traditional origami crane, it’s a truly elegant model that will bring beauty to any space.

It’s perfect for both beginners and experienced folders, and you can complete it in under 10 minutes.

Traditional Origami Sitting Crane Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Folding time: 10 minutes
  • Model designer: Traditional
  • Paper we used: Kami 15×15 cm
  • Recommended paper: Chiyogami 15×15 cm (see on the Origami-Shop and Amazon)
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Step 1

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Start with the white side up. Fold in half and unfold.

Step 2

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Fold in half the other way and unfold. Flip the paper around.

Step 3

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Fold and unfold along the diagonals.

Step 4

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Rotate the paper and flip it around.

Step 5

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Collapse along the dotted lines to create a Square Base.

Step 6

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Fold and unfold along the dotted lines.

Step 7

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Petal fold by bringing the bottom corner up and fold along the top horizontal line.

Step 8

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Turn the model over and repeat steps 6-7 on the back.

Step 9

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Fold one flap to the left. Turn around and repeat.

Step 10

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Fold the flap upwards. Repeat behind.

Step 11

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Fold the left edge to the bottom edge.

Step 12

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Fold 2/3 of the way up.

Step 13

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Fold down to meet the edge.

Step 14

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Unfold the entire flap down.

Step 15

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Fold up along the back edge.

Step 16

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Fold the flap back up.

Step 17

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Fold down to meet the edge.

Step 18

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Repeat steps 11-17 on the other side.

Step 19

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Mountain fold the top flap in half. Repeat behind.

Step 20

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Inside reverse fold downwards to create the head.

Step 21

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Pull out the pleated wings and pull back the tail.

The Completed Origami Sitting Crane

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And there you have it—your very own Orihazuru, the traditional sitting crane.

The fan-like wings will give your crane an elegant touch, particularly if you chose patterned Chiyogami.

Thanks for folding along, and don’t forget to share your creation with us—we can’t wait to see your beautiful models!

Download the Full Origami Sitting Crane Printable PDF Instructions

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kelly

My origami journey began 17 years ago, evolving into a profound passion throughout the years. My proudest accomplishment has been contributing to a vibrant local origami scene at UC Berkeley’s CAL Origami Club, where I helped to host local conventions and co-founded a university-level origami design class, aiming to inspire creativity within students. For me, origami offers a sense of accomplishment as I transform a flat sheet into a three-dimensional artwork. Its beauty lies not just in its complexity and precision but in the community, a shared connection, and appreciation for the art form.

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