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    I made the flapping bird, but it doesn't flap like how yours did, what should do?
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    Try playing with the wings, curling them different directions and moving it away from the tail. Fiddle with it until they flap.
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    Will it fly when you throw it?
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    No. It is mainly used for decoration.
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    Is the curling of wings optional? How does it affect the flapping?
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    Curling the wings simply makes it look more realistic. It will not affect the flapping.
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    Can someone explain step 9 better?
    NatureCat333
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    The biggest mistake is you must put the open end away from you when you fold, in step 8. Then, pull the bottom and use the crease from step 8 to pull it up. Then you must create your own crease by folding down the kite thingy. I'm sorry. It's complicated. Play around. You got this. Do some research on cranes.
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    How do I flatten the diamond?
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    Hold the bottom down and press the middle down a bit as you are "flattening" the diamond.
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    What can I do if I find some of these steps to hard to do?
    NatureCat333
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    Look at the video over and over again. If that doesn't help, seek a friend. If that doesn't help, do some research and find other sights that explain how to fold a crane.
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    Is it made out of paper?
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    Yes, it is made out of paper. Anything that is origami is made out of paper.
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    Are there different ways to make the type of origami?
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    Yes. There are many origami websites and you can find more on wikiHow. Some websites are very hard and not clearly explained, so be careful.
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    What do I do if only one of the bird's wings isn't flapping?
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    Play with the curl of the wing that is not working. If that doesn't work, try watching the clip. If that still doesn't work, make a new flapping bird.
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  • Question
    How do I make an origami flapping bird out of aluminum foil?
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    If it can be done, you would do it the same way. It might not be possible, though. Foil tears very easily, so it's more difficult to fold.
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    What did I do wrong if my bird doesn't flap?
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    You probably just messed up one of the steps. You can always tell everyone that it is a non-flapping crane!
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    I'm having some trouble with Step 5. Can you explain that one in a little more detail?
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    In Step 5, all you have to do is push in the corners of the X so that it is 3D, then just flatten it.
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    What type of bird is it supposed to be?
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    It's supposed to be a crane but can just about pass off as any bird.
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    What type paper is used when making an origami flapping bird?
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    Origami paper (square paper, colourful, patterned or plan) or you can cut a printer paper into a square by folding down one corner and cutting the rest off.
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    One of its wings is flapping but very slightly, what do I do?
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    Sometimes it can be hard to get right and if this is your first try, then try again. To master origami, you need lots of practice, so just keep trying!
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    Will it stand steady?
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    Yes. However, you may want to bend the feet to give it a wider stance. This will help it to be more steady.
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