Introduction: Origami Flapping Crane (Easy-Medium)
The last picture shows the diagram of the crane if you are an origami diagram person.
Step 1: Step 1: the Base Folds
Step 2: Step 2: the Easier Way
Do this to both sides.
Step 3: Step 3: the Hard Part
Do this to both sides.
Step 4: Step 4: Head and Tail
These are all reverse-folds. Comment if you want me to make a tutorial on reverse-folds.
Step 5: Step 5: Making It Flap
Congratulations! You have completed your origami flapping crane. Comment if you want a video or more descriptive pictures.

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2 Comments
9 years ago on Introduction
An easy way to make a crane you say? Me and origami have a love hate relationship, but your step by step will definitely help. Thanks for sharing!
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
You are very welcome! This was my first instructable, so I did not know if it was helpful or not.