How to Make a Valley Fold (Origami)

Last Updated: September 16, 2021

A valley fold is one of the two folding methods used for creating origami, the other fold being the mountain fold and all other folds are basically variations of these two folds. The valley fold is easy to do but as it forms the basis of origami and the beginner may not know what it is referring to, this article aims to help.

Steps

1
Place the origami paper on a flat surface. A table makes the ideal surface.
2
Fold the lower edge of the paper upward. The point to which you fold can be anywhere for now.

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Using one hand, hold the fold in place. With the other hand, run a finger along the fold line and form a smooth crease. That's it, you've created a valley fold.
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Finished.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I make a mountain shape fold?

Community Answer

Reference wikiHow to Make a Mountain Fold (Origami).
Question

How do I do a valley and mountain fold at the same time?

Community Answer

Valley and mountain folds are direct opposites, so I'm not sure what you're referring to. If you are talking about a mountain fold and valley fold that are next to each other, that would be a pleat, or accordion fold. One way of making the folds simultaneously would be to bend the paper into an S shape with your middle and index fingers, then pressing down with your other hand.

Warnings

Don't hurry folding; better folds come from being patient and ensuring accuracy and tidiness.

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When making origami, the first attempt is often no good. Keep trying and you'll soon master each origami object you want to make.

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