You will need:
1 square sheet of paper (15 cm x 15 cm is a good size to start off with). |
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1.With the predominant colour face down, fold corner A to corner B. | ![]() Diagram 1 |
2. Fold in half again, bringing C to D. Diagram 2
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![]() Diagram 2 |
3. Bring point E (upper layer only) up to F. Turn over and repeat on the other side. |
![]() Diagram 3 |
4. Fold point G (upper layer only) so that it comes to the top of the paper. Unfold. |
![]() Diagram 4 |
5. Partially opening up the upper layer of the model, place your thumb on point G and push the little triangle in on itself, so that it folds inside the model, upon the creases made in step 4. |
![]() Diagram 5 |
6. Turn over and repeat steps 4 & 5 on the other side. |
![]() Diagram 6 |
7. With the closed ends on the left, fold over the end as shown in the picture and crease very well. Unfold. |
![]() Diagram 7 |
8. Folding out the model slightly, refold the creases just made so that the end diamond fits inside, with the tip sticking out to make the head. |
![]() Diagram 8 |
9. Taking hold of H (very top layer only) fold up, along the line I-J. Turn over and repeat on the other side. |
![]() Diagram 9 |
10. To make the tale, fold K downwards along the dotted line. |
![]() Diagram 10 |
11. Insert your thumb inside and squash flat. (Diagram 11) |
![]() Diagram 11 |
12. Fold the top half of the tail, L, to the back, and the dove is finished. |
![]() Diagram 12 |