The Squash Fold comes in handy when it comes to making origami. The move is not difficult to do, but it might take a few tries before you can make a perfect squash. A perfect squash fold is even (same amount of paper on the left side and the right side) and aligned (crease lines and edges align perpendicular or parallel to each other).
Instructions to make a Squash Fold
Step 1:
In this example, we start with a preliminary base. Lift one flap so it is perpendicular to the paper. |
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Step 2:
Ease open the two layers of paper. |
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Step 3:
Press down evenly so the amount of paper on the left and right are the same and there is symmetry. |
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Step 4:
Squash fold is done. |
Here is an example of the this fold being used to make a traditional origami house.
Step 1:
On the right side of the model, fold the top-layer of paper towards the left. |
Step 2:
Press the top-corner down evenly so the amount of paper on the left and right are the same and there is symmmetry. |
Step 3:
And you are done! |
