: A long book or a piece of cardboard to use as a ramp. Step-by-Step Instructions
: If it tips, make the legs wider or the body shorter to lower its center of gravity. Walking Horses Made of Paper - J Bell
: If it just slides down, your ramp is too steep or too slippery. Try a surface with more friction, like a piece of felt or a rougher cardboard. Walk Ride RodeoSD
To make a "walking" paper horse—inspired by the spirit of —you can create a simple mechanical paper toy that actually walks down a slight incline using gravity and a rocking motion. Materials Needed
each). These will be the (outer columns) and the body (middle column). Cut the Legs : On both ends, cut along those lines about : A long book or a piece of cardboard to use as a ramp
: This is the most critical step. Cut the bottom of each leg into a smooth curve . The inner edge of each foot should be slightly shorter than the outer edge to help it rock side-to-side. Fold the Head and Tail : Fold the middle section at one end up to make a head .
toward the center. This creates four "flaps" that will be the legs. Try a surface with more friction, like a
: Cardstock or index cards work best because they are stiff enough to hold their shape. Tools : Scissors and a ruler.