Hello! My name is Angeline Cuvertino, and I am passionate about tessellations. I would love for you to experiment with this type of model as well, so today I’m proposing one of my most recent designs. It is a small, developing molecule that echoes the shape of a flower.
To create this tessellation, a hexagonal sheet of paper is required. I recommend Elephant Hide paper for its strength and folding behavior; however, since it can be difficult to obtain, any other paper with good rigidity and durability can be used.
The model is based on a 16-division grid. The size of the paper may vary depending on the folder. A medium-sized (8-inch/20 mm) hexagon works very well, and the design also adapts to small formats, so no major difficulties should arise during execution.
Now, moving on to the technical aspect: In tessellations, we are accustomed to working with twists in the grid, but this model does not require them. Instead, it is constructed as a pattern of valley and mountain folds. This approach is especially useful in improving spatial precision and structural understanding of the pattern, and it functions as a foundational exercise for the folding of more complex models.
If you encounter any difficulties while making the Hibiscus tessellation, feel free to contact me through Instagram: @angelinecuvertinotessellations.