UFO

A contemporary string figure created in 1985 by Yukio Shishido of Kyoto, Japan. Its method of construction is easier than that of "Flying Saucer" (String Figure Magazine vol. 3, no. 4), which the author created in 1981. Furthermore, "UFO" can transform itself into a winged aircraft.

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Step-by-Step Video Clips

Written Instructions (String Length: 1 span)

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Step 1 - Place loop on L1, L5, and R3.

R3 picks up L palmar string and rotates a full turn away from you as it returns to the right.