Overview

Origami aficionados are continually modernizing this ancient art. Interesting new folds and surprisingly innovative projects attract newcomers and keep enthusiasts interested. Origami for Everyone features the best projects from three successful titles: Easy Origami, Origami Paper Airplanes and Origami Paper Animals. This new volume is filled with outstanding folds for aeroplanes, animals and a range of other designs. Models are rated according to skill level. Though appropriate for those new to origami, experienced folders will also find much to entice them. The book provides instructions on basic folding techniques and a discussion of the various papers available. It provides a solid base on which readers of all ages can build. Extremely detailed technical drawings, in colour, accompany the reader every step of the way, from the very first crease to the stunning finished project. Projects include: Elephant, Owl, Flower, Chopper, Frisbee, Pyramid, Heron, Propeller. Thoroughly tested and carefully designed instructions make it possible for anyone to achieve results on the first try.

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9781554079582

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Reviews

All of the entries feature pictures of finished models in arty tableaux, and particularly clear two-color diagrams that use standard origami notation.... A collection in which even a string of cutout paper dolls is rated Intermediate will have plenty to offer novice folders and the author's lighthearted fanciful outlook gives this extensive sampler a bright and inviting tone.--John Peters School Library Journal (01/01/2011)

An attractive, accessible, well-designed book that includes paper-folding techniques and many different models to encourage a variety of readers.--Kristine Moruci Resource Links, Vol. 17 No. 5 (10/01/2012)

Author Information

Didier Boursin is a world-renowned origami expert and author who lives in Paris, France. Among his books are Origami Paper Animals and Advanced Origami.

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