How to Fold an Origami 8 Point Sonobe Star

First Learn to Fold The Sonobe Unit

Go to my Lens called "How to Fold an Origami Sonobe Module" to learn how to fold the Sonobe Module first. Then come back here to find out how to put together the 8 point star..

I really enjoy origami. It is a great way to put aside the frustrations of the day and focus on something that is intricate, but simple enough even a child can do it. I find the art of paper folding is a fantastic way to meditate. I will sometimes put on some soothing music and just sit down on the floor and fold paper.

Learn to Fold the Sonobe Module

Then you can fold a lot of other things

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Step 1

type=textYou are going to need 12 units to make this star.

Step 2

type=textStart with three units. You slide the flap of one unit into the pocket of the next unit.

Step 3

type=textAs you push then together, they should make a nice corner for the start of your cube.

Step 4

type=textYou should be able to create four of these corners (or pyramids) attached to each other.

Step 5

type=textAs you put the rest of the star together, you will have 4 more corners that will appear.

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