From field to forest and stream to sky, capture the harmony and beauty of the natural world with just some paper, flowers, leaves, and twigs. Creating stunning yet fleeting works of art, artist Vicki Rawlins of Sister Golden defies the notion that art should be permanent. Using only the natural world and its gifts as her medium, Vicki forages for her materials and arranges them into stunning works of art. Equipped with just scissors and tweezers, and using gravity as her glue, Vicki creates magical scenes and detailed portraits out of twigs, leaves, and flowers. After documenting her finished piece with a photo, she gifts her materials back to Mother Nature, or repurposes them in her next creation. The process is therapeutic, and the possibilities are endless! A charming exploration of imagination and possibility, The Power of Flowers offers a window into the creative process behind these natural artworks and abundant inspiration with a striking kaleidoscope of art pieces, including: Famous faces, like Frida Kahlo, John Lennon, Einstein, Diana Ross, and more Whimsical scenes featuring blooming gardens, moonlit forests, seaside cottages, and woodland animals. Seasonal pieces inspired by the magic of the holidays Contemplative art reflecting love, inner strength, and positive energy. With her uniquely imaginative artistic vision, Vicki takes you deeper into her world by sharing her process, her sustainable approach to art, and anecdotes about what inspired her to create. Let yourself get lost in The Power of Flowers.

Fold and fire aerodynamic paper airplanes dozens of feet into the air with this easy origami kit. High-Performance Paper Airplanes presents a collection of realistic origami paper airplanes from well-known author and paper aviation expert Andrew Dewar. Dewar has spent decades perfecting the art of folding easy paper airplanes that both look great and fly well. This new series takes paper airplanes to new heights--literally! The planes can be fired high into the air with a rubber band launcher and are designed to circle down for a long time. The airplane designs are also printed in full-color on both sides and precut, so you just need to push them out and assemble them using a bit of glue. Although fun for folders of any age, these paper plane designs are so uncomplicated that they can be considered "origami-for-kids" projects and are a great way to learn origami. The origami airplanes range from simple designs that can be construct in under a minute to detailed scale replicas that look and fly like the real thing. The included instructional origami book not only explains how to assemble each plane, but how to fine-tune it to coax the best performance. Helpful tips for hosting competitions with your friends and suggestions for designing your own origami airplane models are also included. This paper airplanes kit contains: Rubberband catapult 46 page, full-color origami book Clear step-by-step instructions Tips on building and flying paper planes 10 pre-cut paper airplane models Special, durable lightweight cardstock Colorful and realistic designs Fun to make and fantastic to fly, these beautiful models are guaranteed to turn heads and draw a crowd of spectators every time you fly them. Using the rubber-band catapult and with a bit of practice, you'll be able to launch paper planes that remain aloft for 30 to 60 seconds--and more! Paper airplane models include: Hornet Tiger Eclipse Zero Corsair And many more...

Claude Monet's classic artwork is depicted in the Monet FlipTop Note Cards Box by teNeues. Our FlipTop Note Cards box notecards are full colour and large enough to convey personal greetings, thank-yous and invitations. 20 notecards, 4 each of 5 images. 20 envelopes. Magnetic closure. Sturdy, reuseable box, ideal for keepsakes.

Featuring elegant designs and high-quality paper, Floating Worlds Japanese Prints Coloring Book is the perfect stress-reliever for fans of classical Japanese woodblock prints. The floating world of Geisha, Kabuki actors, cherry blossoms and the majestic Mt. Fuji--with this coloring book for adults you are there, recreating woodblock prints of people, landscapes, flora and fauna. This fine art, adult coloring book includes 22 woodblock prints from the Ukiyo-e genre, all ready for the touch of your colored pencils or fine markers. A copy of the richly-colored original print sits opposite your coloring "canvas" to use as a reference, or not. Before beginning, enjoy a little of the story behind the image, as each print comes with a brief yet fascinating introduction to the original work. Altogether, it's the perfect way to relax and have fun with art. When your masterpiece is complete, tear it out at the perforation to frame and display.

Japanese origami expert Hisao Fukui shows you how to create incredibly realistic paper birds and flying insects, a winged dinosaur and even an undulating Chinese dragon! The easy-to-follow folding instructions and photos in this book present 24 challenging and amazingly lifelike models--from intermediate to complex in terms of their level of difficulty. The 24 unique models in this book include: The Swan--The multilayered wings and body give this familiar model a major three-dimensional upgrade The Crane--Far from traditional, this crane rests on its built-in platform, and has an optional open wing configuration that can double as a fancy box Peacocks--One with tail feathers stowed neatly behind, and another with its tail fan proudly displayed The Swallow--Its distinctive bifurcated tail is on display in a kinetic diving pose The Crested Kingfisher--The artfully modeled eye of this hunter appears to be on the lookout for its next meal Stink Bug--there's nothing foul about this instantly recognizable shield-shaped insect model Beetles--A Horned Beetle with unfurled wings and a Rhinoceros Beetle with an intimidating spiky head Flying Chinese Dragon--Segmented and supple, this ancient symbol of power and good fortune is poised to pounce The Dragonfly--This incredibly detailed form is the most challenging model here, but the spectacular results are well worth the effort And many more!

New Pop-Up Paper Projects is an inspirational book for everyone who wants to learn and share the magic of pop-up paper engineering. Illustrated throughout with colour diagrams and photographs, this book guides you through basic techniques and foundation skills, offers advice on classroom planning and health and safety and shows you how to ensure that learners of all ages can develop and progress their skills. Guiding you through 90-, 180- and 360-degree engineering, this book presents step-by-step instructions and ideas for over 200 cross-curricular themes, from cityscapes to magical creatures. Aiming to challenge and inspire, Paul Johnson uses over 150 paper-engineering techniques, including: storybooks pop-ups without folds zigzag pop-ups pulleys, wheels and levers asymmetrical pop-ups intricate toy theatres diagonal pop-ups with movables. This book, brimming with pop-up techniques and how to teach them, is for everyone - from the self-styled 'visually illiterate' to the art graduate, from parents keeping creativity alive at home to classroom teachers planning an engaging curriculum for their class of 30 plus pupils.

Explore the full potential of your Cricut machine! Digital die-cutting machines are the ultimate creative tool for crafters, but beginners sometimes don't know where to start. This book provides a simple, down-to-earth guide to using your machine, including Cricut and Sizzix, and shows you how to make 37 amazing projects. This first book in the new Cut & Craft series introduces you to the basics - including the tools and accessories you need and a quick guide to using the software. The step-by-step projects offer an exciting array of ideas and designs that will really spark your imagination, and all come with clear instructions and photos, plus over 70 free downloadable SVG files. Learn how to make gorgeous paper flowers, intricate papercuts, journal embellishments, engraved jewellery and etched glassware. Explore different materials including paper, fabric, acetate and vinyl, and personalize your creations to make unique gifts and themed accessories for weddings, birthdays, Christmas, baby showers and more. If you have just bought your first digital die-cutter or already own one and are looking for fresh ideas and new techniques, then this is the book for you!

This pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed with colorful and attractive Dog Designs. These illustrations were chosen to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 patterns unique to this pack, and all of the papers are printed in coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the papers. A booklet in the pack provides instructions for 6 projects.

Origami5 continues in the excellent tradition of its four previous incarnations, documenting work presented at an extraordinary series of meetings that explored the connections between origami, mathematics, science, technology, education, and other academic fields.

The fifth such meeting, 5OSME (July 13-17, 2010, Singapore Management University) followed the precedent previous meetings to explore the interdisciplinary connections between origami and the real world. This book begins with a section on origami history, art, and design. It is followed by sections on origami in education and origami science, engineering, and technology, and culminates with a section on origami mathematics-the pairing that inspired the original meeting.

Within this one volume, you will find a broad selection of historical information, artists' descriptions of their processes, various perspectives and approaches to the use of origami in education, mathematical tools for origami design, applications of folding in engineering and technology, as well as original and cutting-edge research on the mathematical underpinnings of origami.

This pack contains 48 high-quality origami sheets printed with 12 different traditional Japanese designs. This origami paper pack includes durable, authentic origami paper folding sheets with a variety of colors. It's perfect for any folder who wants to add a distinctive flair to their origami projects. This origami paper pack includes: 48 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 traditional Japanese patterns Double-sided color Large 8 1/4'' (21cm) squares Origami basics and folding techniques Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

The popular craft of quilling is given a stylish and contemporary update in this fabulous book by Turkish paper artist, Sena Runa. Inside there are 20 stunning projects to make and then display. Beautifully stylised and with a clever use of colour to create exciting effects, these projects will hang well in the most modern of homes. Designs include a butterfly, sail boat, dancer, confetti, cocktail, cloud, heart, cat, and mermaid, to name just a few. The projects vary in complexity and will appeal to beginners and experienced quillers alike. They are broken down into concise, fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow, and templates are provided. All the tools, materials and techniques you need to get started are fully covered. The projects will appeal to a wide range of ages, and would make lovely gifts for friends and family. Once you have learnt the techniques, you can create your own designs for any number of occasions, such as house warmings, anniversaries, weddings and graduations. The possibilities are many and varied with this fun and absorbing paper craft.

This paper pack contains 500 high-quality, small 4-inch origami sheets printed with colorful and traditional Japanese blue & white designs. These paper designs were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 designs unique to this pack, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the papers. This origami paper pack includes: 500 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color 4 x 4 inch (10 cm) squares

This title features 60 step-by-step projects. It is a fabulous collection of more than 60 origami techniques and projects on 52 sturdy, stand-alone cards, contained within a unique presentation tin box. Over 600 practical photographs clearly illustrate how to create each design step-by-step, forming an easy-to-use teach-yourself course in origami skills and techniques. Projects include all the traditional classics: animals and flowers, toys, games and action models, practical origami, party tricks and decorative pieces. From a festive Christmas star and cute nodding dog to a traditional ocean liner, pretty boxes and a fun-filled water bomb, there are projects here to please all ages and abilities. It is divided into six sections - practical folds; decorative folds; animals, people and nature folds; traditional classic folds; toys, games and action folds; and party tricks and techniques. Each section begins with a simple project and progresses to models that will teach further skills and test your ability. Origami is practical, fun and endlessly engaging and the more you learn, the more stimulating, intricate and challenging it will become. This fabulous presentation pack is a fully-comprehensive practical guide to the art of paper-folding, packed full of projects, techniques and useful hints and tips. It contains 50 cards, each presenting a single origami project with clear step-by-step photography and comprehensive instructions. There are fun folds to delight children such as a jumping frog, a barking dog and a slipstreamed glider; there are traditional classics, such as an elegant crane, a swan and a peaceful dove making this a perfect introduction to the wonderful art of origami.

A mashup of two big trends -- sugar skulls and origami -- this illustrated mini kit is the perfect gift for anyone who loves sugar skulls and paper crafts and provides step-by-step instructions for a variety of fun sugar skull designs and accessories. This kit includes: * 20 sheets of 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 papers in Day of the Dead colors * A pair of mini scissors * Full-color, 48-page book with illustrated instructions to make 5 sugar skull origami projects and 3 sugar skull kirigami designs

This pack contains 200 high-quality origami sheets printed with colorful patterns inspired by traditional Japanese Washi. These origami papers were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 unique patterns, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back. This origami paper pack includes: 200 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique patterns Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squares Step-by-step instructions for 6 easy-to-fold origami projects In Japanese, wa means 'Japanese' and shi means 'paper.' Having been made for 1400 years, the craft of making washi paper is a registered UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. The patterns in this paper pack are inspired by the traditional craft.

The origami introduced in this book is based on simple techniques. Some were previously known by origami artists and some were discovered by the author. Curved-Folding Origami Design shows a way to explore new area of origami composed of curved folds. Each technique is introduced in a step-by-step fashion, followed by some beautiful artwork examples. A commentary explaining the theory behind the technique is placed at the end of each chapter. Features Explains the techniques for designing curved-folding origami in seven chapters Contains many illustrations and photos (over 140 figures), with simple instructions Contains photos of 24 beautiful origami artworks, as well as their crease patterns Some basic theories behind the techniques are introduced

**2017 Creative Child Magazine Book of the Year Award Winner** Make the best paper airplanes around with this easy-to-follow origami book. No scissors, tape or glue required! Enthralled with origami from a young age, world-renowned origami and paper crafter Michael LaFosse has used those skills to design and perfect paper planes for decades. In Michael LaFosse's Origami Airplanes, LaFosse presents 28 original paper origami models that incorporate innovative functional and aesthetic details like faceted flaps, ailerons, canards and spoilers that really work. The sense of proportion and balance, and an ingenious nose and fuselage locking system, define these signature models--which are instant classics. Readers accustomed to folding simple darts and wings will be thrilled and challenged by the folding maneuvers in these pages. Michael LaFosse's Origami Airplanes comes with great value--included are: 28 fun and challenging projects Step-by-step instructions Expert tips on techniques and folds Easy-to-follow video tutorials Videos are also streamable or downloadable online Great for paper airplane enthusiasts, fans of unique origami works, and parents with kids. In addition to teaching the skills to create the planes, this unique paper craft book provides expert advice on: How to select and prepare the best folding paper for each plane. How to balance aesthetics, performance and fun when designing your own planes. Helpful tips on control surfaces, and how to manipulate them for the best flights. Tips on launching different types of planes to get the best possible glide. A discussion of aerodynamics and how it relates to paper airplane performance. Paper airplane models include: The classic Lock Nose Dart The stealthy Flying Fox The innovative Art Deco Wing The speedy F-102 Delta Jet And many more... All disc content is alternatively accessible on tuttlepublishing.com/downloadable-content.

Through the intricate art of origami, LaFosse and Alexander succeed in educating all ages about wildlife conservation and the importance of preserving our Earth's endangered animals. Jack Hanna. A portion of the proceeds benefit wildlife conservation. An interactive way to foster appreciation and understanding of our planet's endangered species! Origami Endangered Animals Kit, from master origami artists Michael LaFosse and Richard Alexander, is designed to educate and entertain in equal measure. This origami kit includes everything you need: 48 large sheets of high-quality double-sided folding paper A full-colour 64-page instruction book Free online video demonstrations Educational notes about endangerment and threatened species. The 12 animals featured in this kit range from the diminutive Macaque to the massive Blue Whale, and also include the Leopard, the Rhinoceros, the Macaque, the Gorilla, the Sea Turtle, the Tiger, the Elephant, the Great White Shark, the Blue Whale, the Emperor Penguin, the Giant Panda and the Australian Sea Lion. These fun-to-fold paper animals are an ideal way to bring natural beauty into your home or office, while also highlighting the plight of endangered wildlife species. Animal figures are the most popular form of origami, and now anyone can use them to learn more about these important species.

If You Can Cut, You Can Collage is specially designed for people who feel like they can't make art. Want to know a secret? You can! You just need a little inspiration, instruction, and confidence. Collage is a wonderful creative outlet, particularly for people who want to make art, but don't feel they have the skills or confidence for other endeavors. You can still explore and experiment with color, composition, and various themes and end up with exciting and often unexpected results. If you Can Cut, You Can Collage takes some of the mystery out of collage through easy illustrated pages that show you the basic techniques of collecting and cutting imagery, composing and adhering compositions, and then provides a wealth of exercises that get readers going on their own creative projects. We'll get you started with simple, focused, projects like making a collage with only circles, where you'll learn important concepts like how to create a focal point, how to use repetition successfully, how to achieve contrast, balance, symmetry, and more. You'll be incorporating vintage ephemera, typography and lettering, and even urban and found materials in no time!