How to Make a Simple Origami Fox

Make a cute origami fox with just a few simple folds. This easy tutorial is great for beginners and kids who love animals.

kP koPaper Team • 3 min read
Medium ⏱️ 10 minutes 👥 Age: 8+
Finished How to Make a Simple Origami Fox
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Materials

  • 1 square sheet of orange paper
  • Flat surface

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Fold Diagonally

Start with a square paper, colored side up. Fold in half diagonally to form a triangle.

Step 1 — fold the square into a triangle

2. Fold Tip Down

Take the top point of the triangle and fold it down about one-third of the way.

Step 2 — fold the top tip down

3. Fold Sides Up

Fold the left and right corners up to meet at the top center point. This creates the fox’s ears.

Step 3 — fold the corners up into ears

4. Fold in Half

Fold the entire shape in half vertically, bringing the ears together.

Step 4 — fold the shape in half vertically

5. Create the Head

Fold the bottom point upward at an angle to create the fox’s snout. Adjust the ears to stand upright.

Step 5 — fold up the snout

Pro Tips

  • Use orange paper for a realistic fox
  • Draw a face on your fox when done
  • Make a family of foxes in different sizes

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