Make a pleat and curve the shell to make it rounded
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To make the pleat on the head, make two vertical valley folds
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Pleat the tail
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Pleat the head
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Round the shell
Description:
Learn to create an intricate origami turtle in this 16-minute video tutorial presented by Jo Nakashima. Follow step-by-step instructions to fold a design by renowned origami artist Robert J. Lang, originally featured in his book "Origami Design Secrets." Master techniques including pinch folds, reverse folds, pleats, and rounding to bring the turtle to life. Begin with basic folds, progress to shaping the shell, legs, head, and tail, and finish by adding realistic curves to the model. Perfect for origami enthusiasts looking to expand their skills with a challenging yet rewarding project.