How to make an origami eight petal bell flower

Steps

1. 1

   Step 1

   
   You will need 2 squares of paper of the same size Paper glue optional
2. 2

   Step 2

   
   This model starts with a square base. If you do not know how to make a square base see the guide for how to make a square base Place the square base on table with the open end on top Fold the left and right sides of the top layers to align with the center crease. Give it a sharp crease and unfold Flip paper over to the back and repeat
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   Step 3

   
   Bring the left flap over as you would a page in a book Flip the paper over to the back and repeat Repeat step 2
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   Step 4

   
   Lift the right fold up Stick your finger in between the layers to spread
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   Step 5

   
   Press down to flatten Flip the paper over and repeat on back
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   Step 6

   
   Lift the left top layer and fold it as you would a page in a book Flip over to the back and repeat Repeat steps 4 to 5
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   Step 7

   
   Result Lift the top left layer and fold as you would a page of a book Flip over and repeat in back
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   Step 8

   
   Result Fold the edge of the left and right top layers to align with the center crease
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   Step 9

   
   Result Fold the top point down as far as it will go and give a very sharp crease
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    Step 10

    
    Result Unfold the flap you just creased Flip over the paper and repeat steps 8 and 9
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    Step 11

    
    Lift the top small left flap and fold it as you would a page in a book Flip the paper over and repeat on back Repeat steps 8 and 9 on the front and back – but do not unfold the top points
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    Step 12

    
    Result Make sure the front and back creases are sharp
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    Step 13

    
    Carefully spread the sides a little and refold the creases on top
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    Step 14

    
    Carefully spread open Repeat the whole process – steps 2 to 14 for the second square of paper
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    Step 15

    
    Insert one into the other so that the top petals are between the petals underneath
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    Step 16

    
    Push the top layer down as far as it will go and sharpen the crease of the petals on top Your 8 petal bell flower is ready Optional – you can put a little paper glue on the tip of the top layer before inserting it