How to Make a Paper Cup by Folding

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get a square of paper.

   You can buy origami paper which is in squares already, or you can just get a piece of 8 1/2" by 11" (216 mm x 279 mm) paper and cut it into a square by folding it into a triangle and cutting off the excess.
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   Step 2: Rotate the paper until it is in a diamond shape.

   Fold the bottom corner to the top corner. , Crease it. ,, Pull the first flap over the folds you made with the corners of the paper.
   
   However, don't fold it all the way over, leave a small amount of space for another step. ,, Repeat on the other side. , Enjoy! ,
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   Step 3: Pinch the left corner and move it so it reaches the other side.

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   Step 4: Pull the right corner to the other side

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   Step 5: the same way as the left corner.

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   Step 6: There should be two flaps on the top of your paper.

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   Step 7: Repeat the previous step on the other side.

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   Step 8: With the leftover space from step 5

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   Step 9: fold it down so that there is no flap left on that side.

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    Step 10: You have made an origami paper cup!

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    Step 11: Finished.

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