With this origami folding book, learn how to create original gift boxes that are as beautiful as the treasures they hold! Considered the most famous living origami master, Tomoko Fuse is known for her expertise in modular origami and box-folding. The more than 30 origami projects in this book range from beginner to more advanced, and ensure you'll always have a special way to give a gift. The simple flat box, or tato, is an excellent introduction to the art of origami for beginners and allows readers to "start small," then build to more intricate pieces like the Hexagonal Box and Octagonal Flower Box (Mukuge). Handmade paper boxes are an expression of origami crafts at their very best. Experiment with different thicknesses, textures, and origami paper designs for a true one-of-a-kind presentation. The projects are divided into 3 sections: Simple Boxes from Square Sheets, Modular Boxes from Multiple Square Sheets and Modular Boxes from Rectangular Sheets. Step-by-step instructions and diagrams guide you from start to finish as you create: Simple flat boxes--rectangular, triangular, hexagonal and more Pyramid-shaped boxes and different ways of finishing them off Modular box tops that look amazing Window-topped boxes for nesting a special gift Box tops with flourishes from flat to spiraled Easy liners for boxes of all shapes and sizes And a lot more Origami box folding is a relaxing and satisfying craft for all levels of expertise and--with a little practice and this easy origami book--gift-giving will never be the same.

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...

This comprehensive origami book covers all the essentials needed to start folding beautiful projects right away. World-renowned origami artists Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander share their wisdom and expertise in this complete introduction to the world of origami paper folding. Beginning origami folders can progress through 16 step-by-step lessons, each with an accompanying video lesson on the free DVD included with this book. All videos are also streamable or downloadable online. Each lesson features a project that's been selected to encourage the development of origami folding techniques in a highly enjoyable way. Most of the projects are original, never seen before in print. In addition to presenting invaluable information about how to select your origami papers, how to preserve and display your origami creations, and even how to begin selling origami commercially--this origami book also presents the authors' original "philosophy" of the paper folder's art. This indispensable origami book provides an understanding of how to: Comprehend the folding properties and limitations of various papers "Dance with the Paper" which means folding in the air instead of on a table Design your own original origami models Wet-fold paper money Make duo-sided paper by back-coating Prepare papers with pearlescent and lustrous paints for scintillating effects Pre-paint and wet-fold watercolor paper Understand how the paper's grain impacts fold placement during wet-folding Fold multi-piece modular compositions All disc content is alternatively accessible on tuttlepublishing.com/downloadable-content.

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.

An internationally renowned origami master recaptures the prehistoric allure of dinosaurs with this new series of original models. Twenty famous and lesser-known creatures from the Mesozoic era include a tyrannosaurus, apatosaurus, pterodactylus, dimetrodon, quetzalcoatlus, and protoceratops.
John Montroll designed these striking models with beginning paperfolders in mind. Based on his famous single-square, no-cuts, no-glue approach, they range from the very easy to the low-intermediate level. Each model features helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions.

Create timeless figures with clear, step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams. Simple to advanced objects: cube, parrot, rabbit, seagull, cuckoo clock, rocket, mouse, elephant, violinist, Viking ship, more.

This paper pack contains 48 high-quality origami sheets printed with colorful Japanese-style cherry blossom patterns. The designs were specially developed to beautify the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. Choose from eight custom-designed cherry blossom patterns. All of the papers are printed in coordinating colors on the reverse to increase the aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the origami paper. This origami paper pack includes: 48 sheets of high-quality origami paper Double-sided color 8 1/4 inch (21cm) squares Folding techniques Instructions for 5 easy projects

This pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed with 8 different colorful rainbow patterns. Rainbow patterns are fabulous, colorful and unique. These paper packs make an excellent resource for all different kinds of folding, crafting and scrapbooking projects. The package includes folding sheets as well as a booklet with instructions so that folders can start right away. This origami paper pack includes: 100 sheets of high-quality origami paper Double-sided color 6x6 inch (15cm) squares Introduction to origami basics and folding techniques Instructions for 7 easy origami projects

Fold your favorite origami animals--from cute Panda Cubs, Kittens and Penguins to the menacing Great White Shark and Tyrannosaurus Rex. The step-by-step instructions in this book show you how to fold 120 amazing animal origami models. Once you're done folding them, you can decorate your creations with eye stickers to create a truly lifelike collection of creatures. The following are just a few of the unique origami projects your whole family will enjoy creating with this book: Three different kinds of cuddly Dogs and Cats A pride of Lions A floppy-eared Elephant, complete with pleated trunk and pile of poop! A spiny-but-cute Porcupine--watch your fingers! A sleepy-eyed Sloth--hang him upside down for a nap A Panda parent and baby--including bamboo to munch on! A playful Otter with her fishy snack A friendly Flying Squirrel An adorable pair of Bunnies, complete with crunchy Carrots! Snakes, Lizards, Sharks, Crustaceans, Primates, Dinosaurs, and so much more! The folded animal projects range from easy to challenging, and each one is clearly labeled with the difficulty level. Start with simple models and move on to the intermediate and challenging animals as your build your origami skills! Japanese author Fumiaki Shingu is one of the world's leading origami experts, having published over 20 books on the subject. Fumiaki is an avid proponent of the art of origami in Japan, and he specializes in creating fun and easy-to-fold original origami models.

This pack contains 200 high-quality origami sheets printed with uplifting Inspirational Message Patterns. 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 with coordinating colors on the reverse side to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami projects that show both the front and back of the papers. This origami paper pack includes: 200 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color Small 6 x 6 inch squares Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

Originally published in Japan, "Karakuri "is an introduction to the simple mechanisms, such as gears, cranks, cams, and levers, used to bring to life these amazing moving paper models or automata. Included are pull-out pages for you to use to construct your own moving models of the different types of gears. These models serve as the basis for designing your own karakuri or may just be admired on their own.
Detailed explanations, accompanied by diagrams, explain the physics behind how karakuri move and operate, so you really learn about the properties of the different types of gears and cams. And to inspire you, also included are four fun, full-color karakuri models designed by the author, a well-known paper engineer. Printed on pull-out pages and easily assembled, the projects include a whimisical tea-serving robot, an amusing penguin perched on an iceberg and trying to fly, a delightful peek-a-boo-playing teddy bear, and a mesmerizing train that goes around on a track and through a tnunel
With complete directions, fourteen full-size models, and the science behind the craft revealed, this book is a unique introduction to an ancient art.

Ideal for kids and origami beginners--The Complete Origami Kit provides hours of fun and enjoyment for the whole family! This easy origami kit includes everything you need to create a wide assortment of beautiful origami! It contains clear and easy-to-follow instructions for creating 30 projects including step-by-step diagrams that make folding as easy as 1-2-3. Also included are 96 sheets of specially produced origami folding paper plus two sheets of gold metallic paper for truly dazzling effects. The origami kit contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and illustrations 30 fun projects 98 sheets of high-quality, double-sided origami paper 6x6 inch size A variety of different colors Complete Origami Kit provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating origami models in no time! Origami projects include: Crane Sailboat Kimono Flowers Ship Rabbit Dog And much more...

This origami paper pack contains 250 actual size, fake $1.00 bills. These bills were designed for use in dollar bill origami models, but are also suitable for school projects, as props for movies and theatrical productions, for gifts and other novelty purposes. This paper pack includes: 250 realistic high-quality practice dollar bills Faithfully reproduced details and landmarks Full color, double-sided, actual size Step-by-step instructions for 4 easy-to-fold dollar origami projects by Marc Kirschenbaum, author of Easy Money Origami Kit

Celebrate 70 years of Peanuts with over 20 playful, origami projects. Ever wanted to create your own Snoopy, Charlie Brown, or Lucy? Experience the classic world of Peanuts like never before with this deluxe origami guidebook. Packed with easy-to-follow instructions, fans can learn to fold over twenty unique origami pieces, including characters and objects inspired by the timeless comic strip. Peanuts Origami includes: Special sheets of illustrated origami paper, custom designed to fold two of each project Easy-to-follow instructions with illustrations for every step Photography of the real, finished origami for helpful reference Bonus quizzes and puzzles centered around Peanuts trivia Don't miss this amazing guide to paper folding-the perfect gift for every Peanuts fan!

**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.

This value-packed origami kit provides hours of fun for folders of all ages and skill levels! Create colorful origami animals, insects, boats, flowers and other unique paper projects. This kit literally has something for everyone! Get busy folding paper animals (like a skunk, swordfish and husky puppy); 3D objects (a Japanese house, chopstick rest and pinwheel); money origami projects (heart, turtle, tulip); and much more! All of the models are valuable keepsakes you can give as gifts or use to decorate your bedroom or desk. This kit includes a 64-page book with 60 projects, plus 114 origami sheets in 4 sizes: 24 6.75-inch sheets in 4 patterns and colors 36 6-inch sheets in 4 patterns and colors 40 4-inch sheets in 4 patterns and colors 12 practice dollar bills 2 6-inch sheets of gold foil

This pack contains 500 high-quality origami sheets printed with bright colors of the rainbow. These beautiful origami papers were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 different solid colors, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse. This provides aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the sheets. This origami paper pack includes: 500 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique colors Over 40 sheets of paper for each color Double-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squares Instructions for 5 easy origami projects

This pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed with mesmerizing Kaleidoscope Patterns. 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 with coordinating colors on the reverse side to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami projects that show both the front and back of the papers. This origami paper pack includes: 100 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color Small 6 x 6 inch squares Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

Channel your inner M.C. Escher with these brain teaser puzzles! These easily assembled 3D puzzles are each composed of many identical pieces that cleverly fit together to become larger geometric shapes. The cardstock pieces in this kit are pre-cut, so you just pop them out and bend or fold where indicated, then bind them together with a little glue. The step-by-step instructions in the book are very easy to follow and show you how to assemble the individual paper components, then how to assemble them to create the larger interlocking models. This kit includes: A full-color instruction book 165 pre-cut paper pieces that you pop out and assemble These endlessly entertaining paper puzzles are impossible to put down. They include the following intriguing models: Dodecahedron Bears and Frogs--cute animal "couples" that form a 12-faced geodesic sphere when the pieces are fitted together. Bird and Fish modules that dovetail together to create a seamless 3D form in a nod to Escher's Sky and Water woodcut. A Reversible Dodecahedron that--with the addition of magnets--dramatically inverts itself when tossed into the air! An intricate Pyramid Box conceals a secret inner chamber that is perfect for presenting a small gift to that special someone. The challenging 4-Piece Tetrahedron and 12-Lizard Cube provide a tremendous feeling of satisfaction once all of the pieces finally align into place. Plus many more! Noted Japanese papercraft designer Haruki Nakamura created this wonderful collection of interlocking paper puzzles and toys to intrigue and delight both paper-crafting and puzzle enthusiasts. Each project is a new challenge, and the finished objects are great conversation pieces that look fantastic on your desk or shelf!

The connections between origami, mathematics, science, technology, and education have been a topic of considerable interest now for several decades. While many individuals have happened upon discrete connections among these fields during the twentieth century, the field really took off when previously isolated individuals began to make stronger connections with each other through a series of conferences exploring the links between origami and "the outside world." The Fourth International Meeting on Origami in Science, Mathematics, and Education (4OSME), held in September, 2006, at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California, brought together an unprecedented number of researchers presenting on topics ranging from mathematics, to technology, to educational uses of origami, to fine art, and to computer programs for the design of origami. Selected papers based on talks presented at that conference make up the book you hold in your hands.

This pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed with sweet Heart & Flower Patterns. 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 with coordinating colors on the reverse side to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami projects that show both the front and back of the papers. This origami paper pack includes: 100 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color Small 6 x 6 inch squares Instructions for 6 easy origami projects

Decorate your desk, home, wedding or next get-together with these professional looking paper blossoms! This stunning book presents detailed instructions for eleven elegant and lifelike paper flower projects that will enhance any home or occasion. Paper flower expert Naomiki Sato starts by showing you how to fold seven types of paper roses using a variety of techniques for four- and five-sided blossoms, along with their stems, thorns and leaves, and how to assemble them. Four equally exciting papercraft projects follow, showing you how to make Japanese Cherry Blossoms, Bellflowers, tropical Plumeria (Frangipani) and Bougainvillea. Each of the eleven projects has detailed step-by-step photographs, diagrams and instructions that will guide intermediate to advanced folders through making these sophisticated-looking blossoms.