How to Make a Money Man Using Origami

Origami has been around for centuries. First used in Japanese culture for formal decoration, the craft has evolved in to a pastime for children and adults all over the world. In this demonstration, you can learn how to use origami to make a shirt and pants out of dollar bills. There are two main steps to completing this craft; both can be done with little to no previous experience with origami. This mini-money man will surely impress your friends and anyone receiving tips from you!

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Making the Shirt

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    Take the two corners that you folded in the previous step and fold each corner toward the center of the bill to form the collar of the shirt.
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    It should be able to tuck under the collar.
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     At the 1/3 mark opposite the collar, pull the creases so they are creased the opposite way. This makes the sleeves of the shirt.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:

Making the Pants

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    Adjust the two ends of the bill to a 45 degree angle to resemble legs.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:

Bringing it Together

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