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A mountain fold is one of the two folding methods used for creating origami, the other fold being the valley fold, with all other folds being basically variations of these two folds. The mountain fold is easy to do but as it forms the basis of origami and the beginner may not know what it is referring to, this article aims to help.
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Place your thumbs and fingers at the ends of the crease you intend to make. [2] X Research source
- Fold the paper behind, pinching the fold in. This raises the fold, like a mountain.
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Smooth the crease that has been made. The mountain (or backward) fold is now made. [3] X Research source
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Finished.
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QuestionWhat advice do you have for someone who's trying to get started doing origami as a beginner?Robert Homayoon is an Origami Expert known for his engaging YouTube videos and accessible instructions. He has been teaching origami on YouTube since 2009. His channel has a following of over 676,000 subscribers, and his videos have garnered over 211 million views. Robert uses his channel to highlight his passion for teaching people origami, crafts, and how to solve puzzles. He graduated from SUNY Albany in 2007 and earned his D.M.D degree from Temple University Dental School in 2013.Get a couple of simple books that teach you the basic folds, valley folds, and mountain folds. Work on your hand coordination skills and being precise. Try to be as accurate as possible with the instructions. I find watching videos is a little bit better than reading books. But it's sometimes a good idea to watch videos and read books.
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QuestionIs there a different way to do the mountain fold?Community AnswerNope. A mountain fold just refers to any fold where you fold the paper backwards.
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QuestionWhat is a valley fold?Community AnswerIt is basically the opposite of the mountain fold. In the mountain fold, you fold the paper down. In the valley fold, you fold it up.
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Tips
- Creases should always be firm and sharp for preciseness and neatness.Thanks
- Always use a flat, smooth surface for folding on. It should be larger than the item being folded.Thanks
- Always fold in a direction away from you. This makes folding easier for you.Thanks
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Warnings
- Don't hurry folding; better folds come from being patient and ensuring accuracy and tidiness.Thanks
- When making origami, the first attempt is often no good. Keep trying and you'll soon master each origami object you want to make.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Origami paper
- Flat surface for folding
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