Origami is a wonderful pastime many people enjoy. Many shapes can be created by just folding paper. This article will show you how to make a water lily in origami. It is simple and good for beginners, if you aren't very skilled yet.

Steps

  1. 1
    Use a square piece of paper. Fold it diagonally one way and then the other diagonal way. Unfold.
  2. 2
    Fold in the corners to the middle where the diagonal creases intersect.
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  3. 3
    Fold in the corners two more times.
  4. 4
    Unfold the outermost flaps partway. Do the same with the 2 more sets of flaps. You may have to crease the flaps to make them stay up.
  5. 5
    Enjoy your simple (but squarish) origami water lily.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Can I use a sticky note?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes. Any paper works.
  • Question
    Can it be any color?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    It can be any color that your heart desires.
  • Question
    Does it float on water?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    No; it's paper and will get wet and fall apart.
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Warnings

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Things You'll Need

  • A square piece of paper.
  • Something to color the paper with (optional)

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Updated: January 31, 2023
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