How to Fold a Traditional Origami Boat
These instructions will show you how to fold an easy traditional origami boat. Most models begin with a square sheet of paper, but this one uses a rectangle. A sheet of regular printer paper works fine, and you don’t need to worry too much about the exact shape of the rectangle you use.
If you’re just starting out, we recommend that you check out our Beginner’s Guide to learn all the basics first.
Traditional Origami Boat Step-by-Step Instructions
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Folding time: Less than 5 minutes
- Model designer: Traditional
- Paper: A4 paper sheet
Step 1
Start with a rectangular paper of any dimensions. Fold the paper in half and then unfold it.
Step 2
Fold the paper in half the other way.
Step 3
Fold the top corners down and to the center.
Step 4
Fold the top layer of paper up along the dotted line.
Step 5
Fold the bottom layer of paper up and behind the model.
Step 6
Open up the paper from the bottom. Push in the sides while pulling the middle flaps forward and back.
Step 7
Tuck the right flap under the left flap on both sides, flattening the model.
Step 8
Fold the top flap of paper up along the dotted line, and then repeat behind.
Step 9
Open the paper and push the sides, similar to step 6. Then, pull both ends of the paper out.
The Completed Origami Boat
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How do you do step 7?
Hi Ashton, We just updated the tutorial with a video!