Origami Rose Tutorial

This tutorial is on my YouTube Channel:
http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ZPI-KJKOVaq0ooCHmt8GQ

This is a 3 part tutorial series so make sure you take a look at them all.
Below is a more in-depth set of instructions that will assist you in creating this origami rose.

Part 1

0:06 - start off with a square piece of paper and fold it diagonally in both ways.

0:31 - fold the paper in half.

0:44 - fold the both sides of the paper so that it meets the center line.

1:00 - continue folding the paper into 1/4, 1/6, and 1/8. In the end, you should have a piece of paper that is divided equally into 8 strips vertically.

1:40 - then you just do the exact same in the other direction. If this is done correctly, you should have an 8x8 grid that is perfectly even and symmetrical.

2:44 - fold the corners up to fold a small triangle, and do this for all four sides. Remember to follow the guide lines of the 8x8 grid to ensure you make accurate/proportional creases.

3:05 - Fold these edges to the center line(axis), and do the same for all four sides.

3:35 - fold the opposite edges (the sides without the triangle folds) to the top crease. This top crease is the first crease in the 8x8 grid. Essentially we are bringing the edge to that visible crease. Then, DO NOT crease all the way across the paper. Just crease it only in the middle, approximately a thumb width, or 1x1 grid square.

3:40 - do this for all four sides.

Part 2

0:13 - after watching the end of part one, you should end up with a small square in the center of your paper.

0:20 - fold the corner edges (the sides with the triangle fold) from the bottom, to the top of the triangle point. Make sure that before you crease it that the edges line up with the grid lines made before.

0:30 - do this for all four sides.

1:00 - next fold along the gridlines, to crease a small triangle. Fold the side edge so it matches up with the right side of the small triangles we made earlier. Crease only so that it completes the missing part of the triangle. In other words, only crease up to the 1/4 grid line. Then fold the bottom edge up to that point, and crease to the right.

1:45 - if this is done correctly, after creasing, you should have formed a small triangle. Do this for all four sides.

* Remember that you can always pause, rewind, and slow down the video so that you ensure your success! Good luck*

2:02 - now we want to refold/crease the previous creases that make up the center axis.

2:14 - find that small square that we made earlier, and re-crease those too. It helps to push from underneath the paper while creasing the square to create a harder fold.

2:25 - next we want to press in the square so we can start creating a 3 dimensional shape. Press the center of the square so that we can compress it and fold it into the two sides.

2:40 - bring the two sides together by squishing the square, and pressing both sides inwards. After, flatten the paper, and open up the flaps. Your paper should now look like a pinwheel.

3:10 - pay attention to this fold, as it's a demonstration of what we are about to do on the other side. Simply push up and fold along the previous creases to create a 3 dimensional piece.

3:30 - now it's time to transfer what we just learned onto the other side of the paper. * You will know which side is the correct side because the correct side does not have the triangle figures*

3:50 - you may have to double back on your creases in order for the paper to stay up.

 3:57 - after successfully completing one, do the same thing for the remaining 3 sides.

Part 3

0:15 - we left off with two sides to complete, so if you haven't yet completed them, you can do so now.

0:36 - the next few folds can be difficult for some, but just remember to pay close attention to the video, and rewind if you need. Remember that if you did all the pre-folding correctly, you should not have to force a fold. It should just fold with ease over the crease you previously made.

0:43 - fold along the diagonal crease, then fold along the other diagonal crease on the left side. After fold the flap under the bottom to ensure that it stays still.

1:00 - after you complete one, try and complete the other 3 sides. Remember that you can use tape instead of folding the flap under. It may be easier for you.

1:45 - Make sure that all the creases and everything is folded neatly. Tape may be used for this step.

1:55 - flip the rose over and hold it in one hand while the other makes sure everything looks nice and tight.

2:13 - now, just like closing a cardboard box, overlap the layers clockwise to close the bottom. * the last flap may be harder than the others to tuck underneath, but take your time.

2:50 - the rose is almost complete, but we can still add some finishing touches to make it look more like a rose.

2:56 - take a pencil or long tool to help you with the next part. Insert it into the center hole and trace the pedals to give it a more roundish look. Remember to apply pressure to get rid of the sharp corners and creases.

3:43 - lastly, you can fold down the bottom flaps to make it look like the pedals of a rose. This part is completely optional but it does give it more of a realistic look and feel.