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Fold the paper in half diagonally to form a triangle. Unfold. Fold diagonally in the other direction. Unfold.

Gently pull the head and tail apart to see the wings flap, or use scissors to make small cuts on the wings for a better flapping effect (optional). Key Tips from Leyla Torres Leyla (10) mp4

Start with the colored side down (white side up) if using single-sided origami paper. Fold the paper in half diagonally to form a triangle

Unfold those flaps. Open the top layer slightly, and lift it up, reversing the folds inward (inside reverse fold) to create the head and tail shapes. Unfold

Turn the paper over (colored side up). Fold in half horizontally. Unfold. Fold in half vertically. Unfold.

Make creases sharp and precise to ensure the final model aligns correctly.

For beginners, 6-inch or larger paper is best, as smaller paper (like 3-inch) can be difficult to handle for complex folds. A "Diamond Heart" (for Valentine's) ? An "Origami Bird" (traditional) ?