How to Fold a Square of Paper Into Thirds

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Fold the template square in half horizontally and open up again.

   The template is finished. ,, There is only one place where the model square can meet both the corner and the line. , Unfold it again. , Unfold it again. (If you want the paper divided into thirds the other way as well, continue on.
   
   If not, you're finished.) ,,,, Now you have got a square divided into perfect thirds both ways.
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   Step 2: Fold the lower edge up to meet the crease in the middle and unfold.

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   Step 3: Repeat with the upper edge.

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   Step 4: Lie the square in front of you so that it looks like a diamond.

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   Step 5: Take the square meant for the actual model and place it so its top right corner meets the template's right corner.

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   Step 6: Turn the model square slightly

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   Step 7: so that its top left corner meets the left quarter line of the template.

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   Step 8: Hold both papers steady with your left hand and then fold the right-hand side of the model square over to meet the middle-line of the template.

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   Step 9: Fold the left-hand side over to meet the fold line on the model that you just created in the previous step.

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    Step 10: Rotate the model square 90 degrees left.

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    Step 11: Lie it again so that the model's top right corner meets the the template's right corner and the top left corner meets the left quarter line.

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    Step 12: Repeat steps 7 and 8 on this side of the model.

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    Step 13: You're done!

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