Origami Snapper

Origami Snapper

The origami snapper is so fun to play with! But watch out.... It bites!

For a printable Pdf of the snapper instructions, click here.
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1. Start with a rectangular piece of paper, coloured side up. Fold in half, then open.

2. Fold in half downwards.


3. Bring corners in to centre line.


4. Fold uppermost layer upwards & do the same to the back. Crease well.


5. Pull the sides out and flatten.


6. Fold front layer up to top, & do the same to the back.

7. Pull the sides outwards and flatten.

8. Gently pull the top parts of the model outwards, making a boat shape.




9. Flatten well.

10. Tuck the little centre triangle under one of the sides. Then bring the outside corners to meet together, letting the sides move outwards.


Finished Snapper. To make it snap, hold as shown and press together. It looks especiallly good with eyes!

Have you made the origami snapper and want to make other great models?


Origami Snapper