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Align the pointed tip of the teardrop using the large pleat created by the offset creases. Fold this large pleat over, and then fold the tip of the teardrop back over so the tip lines up with the center of the paper. This move creates a zigzag in the pleat, but it allows the teardrop twist to lie flat (see photo 2).
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Follow one of the pleats extending out from the side of the teardrop . Three pleat widths away, fold a 120-degree intersection . Extend both inside pleats outward . The new inside pleat will connect to the side of another teardrop twist; use it as a reference to fold another teardrop twist into shape (see photo 3).
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Continue around in circular fashion to fold six teardrops in total. You'll encounter a large amount of paper buildup in the center due to all the large pleats. Using the offset precreases, make a large hexagon twist in the center. All the large pleats should lie flat at this point (see photo 4).
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Til' Many papers can be painted with mineral oil to turn them into sheer, translucent origami tessellations. Try this maneuver only after your projects are fully completed!