This Origami Balloon is modeled after an inflated balloon. This is a traditional Japanese origami design.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Fold it in half.
Fold it in half again.
Open the pouch-like area marked with the arrow and fold it flat, pressing it down.
This is an intermediate step.
You now have one triangle.
Flip it over. Open the pouch-like area in the same way, and fold it flat, pressing it down.
Fold only the top layer, bringing the left and right corners up to meet the top corner.
Fold the opposite side in the same way.
Fold only the top layer, aligning the left and right corners with the center.
Fold the opposite side in the same way.
Fold only the front layer at the dotted line.
Fold again at the dotted line. Make sure the crease is tucked inside so it is hidden.
This is an intermediate step.
Fold the opposite side in the same way.
Blow air into the hole at the arrow position to inflate it.
It’s complete.