Origami Basics: Origami Waterbomb Base Instructions

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Difficulty: Easy
This step-by-step guide with clear pictures shows you how to easily fold an origami waterbomb base.

The Origami Waterbomb Base is a fundamental folding structure used in various origami models. It is named after the traditional Origami Waterbomb, a simple inflatable paper balloon. The base is symmetrical and collapsible, making it a versatile foundation for different designs.

Step 1
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Start with a square sheet of origami paper. I am using an 7×7 inches origami paper.

If you only have regular paper, follow these instructions on how to make a square origami paper.

Step 2
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Rotate the paper to make it resemble a diamond.

Step 3
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Fold the left corner to the right corner.

Step 4
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Unfold.

Step 5
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Fold the top corner to the bottom corner.

Step 6
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Unfold.

Step 7
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Rotate the paper as shown.

Step 8
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Mountain fold the top layer (fold the top layer backwards).

Step 9
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Unfold.

Step 10
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Pop in the center using finger.

Step 11
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Bring in the left and right edges.

Step 12
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Continue bringing the edges all the way to the center until it resembles the triangle.

Step 13
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Flatten the fold and voila!

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