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Transform a simple sheet of paper into a fun, three-dimensional inflatable cube with just a few folds and puffs of air. This creative origami project is easy to make and perfect for beginners looking to explore paper crafting!

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    • Press creases with your thumbnail to ensure clean folds, and make sure you’re folding on a flat surface like a table or desk for better accuracy.
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    Now, fold the sheet in half diagonally (top right corner to lower left corner) to create another crease guide and unfold the sheet of paper.
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    Once again, fold the sheet in half diagonally (top left corner to lower right corner) to create a crease guide then unfold the sheet of paper.
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    Repeat on the other side of the triangle shape.
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    Repeat on the other side of the diamond shape.
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    Repeat this step on the other side.
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    Repeat this step on the other side.
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    Can it be any kind of paper?
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    Yes, as long as it folds well and is not too stiff or flimsy.
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    Which hole do you blow into inflate it?
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    On one side of the pointy ends, it looks kind of ripped, and you blow in there.
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    How do I fold the two side creases in to make pyramid?
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    Hold the piece of paper as if folding in half horizontally, but as you push two of the horizontal folds in together, the diagonal folds need to push out. If you can get one side into an equilateral triangle with the point at the top, the other side will follow suit.
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      Tips

      • If you don't have a square piece of paper take a rectangular one, fold it it diagonally until you see a big triangle and a skinny rectangle under it and cut the triangle out then unfold it.
      • This works best with origami paper.

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      • Eventually, condensation your breath and frequent reinflating will break down the paper. If there are holes in your cube, you can patch them up with tape.
      • Don't use paper that's too thin or it won't hold its shape. You'll also want to avoid paper that's too thick as you won't be able to inflate it.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Scissors (if you don't have a square piece of paper)
      • Paper (rectangular or square)
      • A flat surface to work on

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