Who says paper has to stay flat? With just a handful of folds you can turn a single square into a little wallet that really opens and holds things - cards, a folded note, a coin or two, whatever fits your pocket.

This is the kind of model that makes people smile when you hand it over, because it looks far more complicated than it is. Six easy steps, no fancy techniques, and a result you can put to use straight away. Try it in sturdy paper or thin card so it keeps its shape, and you may find yourself making several before the afternoon is over.

STEP 1

Fold it in half.

STEP 2

Fold it at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 3

Fold it at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 4

Fold it down at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 5

Fold it inward at the position shown in the photo.

STEP 6

Fold it down at the position shown in the photo.

All done!

The wallet is complete.