Heart

A classic folded heart that turns a single square into a sweet, giftable keepsake — perfect for cards and notes.

Estimated Time: 5 minPaper: 15 cm x 15 cm (6 in) square paper

1Step 1

Start with the white side of the paper facing up. Fold the paper in half vertically, then unfold it to create a center crease.

2Step 2

Fold the paper in half horizontally, then unfold again.

3Step 3

Fold the bottom edge up to meet the center crease.

4Step 4

Turn the paper over.

5Step 5

Fold the bottom edges diagonally upward so they meet the vertical center crease.

6Step 6

Turn the paper over.

7Step 7

Fold the top left edge diagonally downward to meet the vertical center crease. Repeat on the right side.

8Step 8

Fold the top flap down, leaving the white triangles on the sides unfolded.Continue folding the flap down while gently lifting the white triangles to avoid creasing them.

9Step 9

Fold the white triangles inward along the dotted lines where the white side and colored side of the paper meet.

10Step 10

Fold all four top corners downward to meet the crease created in Step 8.

11Step 11

Fold the top two corners down along the dotted lines. There are no exact reference points, so fold them the way you like.

12Step 12

Turn the model over.

Finished Result