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.
Origami Basics: Origami Waterbomb Base Instructions
Category: Miscellaneous Origami

Difficulty: Easy
This step-by-step guide with clear pictures shows you how to easily fold an origami waterbomb base.
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.
If you only have regular paper, follow these instructions on how to make a square origami paper.
Step 2

2
Rotate the paper to make it resemble a diamond.
Step 3

3
Fold the left corner to the right corner.
Step 4

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Unfold.
Step 5

5
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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