About the patterns
These printable geometric patterns give you easy-to-use PDF templates
for making shapes, puzzles, and 3D toys—perfect for exploring geometry,
crafting gifts, or creating decorative models. Each pattern prints
full-size on letter paper, ready to cut, fold, and assemble—all free to use.
Note: “template patterns (B&W)” are plain
black-and-white line drawings showing cut and fold lines for
constructing geometric forms.
Browse down this page to start with geometric puzzles, then discover
symmetry projects, paper models, and 3D shapes.
Description ↓
Print and fold your own flexagons with these free template
patterns (B&W). Each pattern makes a fascinating paper puzzle that
changes faces with every flex! Includes two printable templates for
creating tri-hexaflexagons. (See source
project page for colored variations and folding instructions.)
Description ↓
Download free printable template patterns (B&W) for a
hexa-hexaflexagon—six faces hidden within one folded hexagon! Make a
mesmerizing geometric puzzle that transforms as you flex it.
Includes two template patterns for hexa-hexaflexagons, plus bonus
patterns for tetraand penta-hexaflexagons. (See source
project page for colored variations and folding instructions.)
Description ↓
Print and fold your own
tri-tetraflexagon—a simple yet fascinating paper puzzle with a
hidden face. It looks like an ordinary square, but flexing it
reveals a surprise design! Includes one printable template pattern
and a numbered folding guide (B&W). (See the
source
project page for colored designs, including a Valentine
version, and full instructions.)
Description ↓
Print and cut your own Tangram set with these free template
patterns (B&W). Each sheet includes the seven classic Tangram shapes
plus puzzle and solution pages to challenge your skills. Great for
learning geometry, problem-solving, and creative design. Includes
three printable template patterns. (See the
source
project page for colored versions and additional
puzzles.)
Description ↓
Download and print free
template patterns (B&W) to make mini-boomerangs that really fly!
These lightweight designs can be launched indoors with a flick of a
finger and return to the thrower. Includes three printable patterns
and tips for experimenting with boomerang flight. (See source
project page for
instructions and design variations.)
Description ↓
Create geometric paper snowflakes while exploring six-sided
symmetry. Includes printable folding guides for three snowflake
sizes and twelve cutting templates for crafting detailed, decorative
flakes. A perfect blend of art and geometry for all ages! Includes
four folding guides and five template pattern sheets (B&W), multiple
cutting templates each. (See the source
project page for more designs and cutting ideas.)
Description ↓
Make symmetrical snowflakes with heart-shaped cutouts using
these printable templates. Once you’ve mastered the folding
and cutting technique, design your own unique patterns!
Includes three printable template patterns (B&W). (See the source
project page for additional patterns and
step-by-step folding tips.)
Description ↓
Print circle-based templates with triangles, squares, or pentagons
inscribed inside each circle to form the faces of the five Platonic
solids. Cut, fold, and join the circles to build tetrahedrons,
cubes, octahedrons, dodecahedrons, and icosahedrons. Includes three
printable template patterns (B&W). (See
source
project page for
full instructions and decorating ideas.)
Description ↓
Build four Platonic solids—cube,
tetrahedron, octahedron, and icosahedron—using printable template
patterns (B&W). Great for geometry learning, gift packaging, or
decorative projects. Includes four printable templates. (See
source project
page for step-by-step instructions.)
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