Perfect for folders of all skill levels, Origami Animals Kit is the affordable, easy-to-follow solution for everything needed to get started on traditional animal origami designs as well as new twists on old favorites. This unique collection of origami designs will help you create folded paper models of animals from around the world. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home—or as a wonderful gift for animal l…

This is a unique collection of twelve origami projects from world-renowned origami artist Michael G. LaFosse. Along with 98 folding papers and directions, this kit also includes a description of Lafosse's origami butterfly design system. Author: Michael G. LaFosse, Richard Alexander & Greg Mudam. ISBN: 9780804840279 Publisher: Tuttle

In Origami Masters Kit, origami artist and author Nick Robinson presents 20 delightful designs by master paper folders from around the globe. This kit has everything you need, including a full-color instruction book, 60 high-quality, double-sided folding papers and an online video tutorial for each model. ISBN: 9780804852883

Illustrated lessons introduce you to the fundamentals of the loom, materials, tools, color changes, introducing texture, finishing, and more. This useful guide also shows you how to make chic, boho items ranging from coasters and placemats to scarves and small wall hangings. In this book, textile designer and expert weaver Ichi.co proves that creating beautiful textures and patterns on a loom is easier than you may think, and weaving your own pi…

Simple Origami Airplanes contains detailed instructions for 16 original paper airplanes that will make you an experienced folder in no time. The easy-to-remove perforated pages, which include folding lines right in the designs, will have you creating origami planes that really fly in a matter of minutes. The instructions, by international paper airplane expert Andrew Dewar, contain many handy practical tips that will help you not only fly the pla…

In this collection, LaFosse presents six exclusive, all-new butterfly designs specifically created with the paper crafts novice in mind. This fun and instructive origami kit will kickstart your creativity with: •6 gorgeous butterfly designs, including 'A Butterfly for George Morkiami' and 'A Butterfly for Reiko' •A 32-page booklet, featuring full-color, step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow origami diagrams •40 brilliant, full-color,…

This paper airplane kit features a fabulous variety of dragon-themed paper planes—each with its own unique form and flight characteristics. This box contains everything you need to create 48 exciting flying dragons in 12 different sizes and designs. If you're new to paper or origami airplanes, the full-color instruction book provides step-by-step folding instructions for each model and "dragon mastery tips" to help you coax the best performance…

Origami, the ancient Japanese method of folding paper into 3D objects, is an exciting way for kids to expand their knowledge of the world. Renowned origami author Michael G. LaFosse has designed these paper folding projects specifically to introduce kids to the joys of origami while also learning about Japanese culture. The simple, easy-to-follow origami book in this kit teaches kids how to make traditional Japanese Good-Luck Boxes, Lotus Bloss…

Origami Dinosaurs Kit is a unique collection of origami paper craft designs that help create models of awesome prehistoric creatures. Brachiosaurus, Dimetrodon and a whole handful of lifelike dinos are brought to life with a few easy paper folds. World renowned origami artist and author Michael LaFosse designed these visually striking models for paper folders of all levels of skill including origami beginners. Use it to craft eye-catching origami…

This richly illustrated guide teaches you about the skeletal structures, musculatures and movements of various animals and how to draw them realistically. Each lesson in the book focuses on a different animal and is designed to expand your repertoire and develop your drawing skills. The techniques needed to capture these animals are demonstrated in hundreds of illustrations by 26 professional artists. Author: Michiyo Miyanaga 192pp., 8.5x11 pape…

Learn how to bring a Japanese aesthetic into your life with these elegant works of floral art. Japanese kirigami (cut paper) flowers are delicate and beautiful examples of paper craft, but are surprisingly easy to make. This inspirational how-to guide shows you how to make 31 gorgeous designs that can virtually pass for the real thing--except they will never wilt! Author: Hiromi Yamazaki 96pp., 8.5x8.5 paperback ISBN: 9784805314982

Kintsugi is the mindful Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics and glassware by appreciating the cracks and chips as design elements--bringing new life to cherished items. Kintsugi: The Wabi Sabi Art of Japanese Ceramic Repair shares traditional methods you can practice in your own home. Step-by-step lessons in repairs suited to every level of experiences--filling cracks to completely rebuilding and finishing a broken piece--fill the pages of …

If you love the simple blue-on-white beauty of Shibori and want to learn some new dyeing techniques, this book is for you! Easy Shibori Tie Dye Techniques starts with the essentials of the dye vat, takes you step-by-step through the basics, and shows you innovative ideas for tying and resist dyeing techniques. Old garments become unique fashion statements. Tired home goods are upcycled into one-of-a-kind design elements. This book also shows you …

Paper Flower Note Cards provides all the information you need. With just scissors, craft glue and a few sheets of colorful heavyweight paper, anyone can create stunning floral gift cards, gift toppers and place cards in no time at all! Emiko Yamamoto's simple step-by-step instructions explain how to cut and assemble each card for flawless results every time. Templates provided in the back of the book are reusable and allow you to reproduce the de…

Origami Fish and Other Sea Creatures Kit presents this collection of 20 delightfully fishy designs by some of the world's most famous origami artists including Robert Lang, John Montroll, Marc Kirschenbaum, Steven Palmer, Rob Snyder, Viviane Berty and many others. The book's diagrams and instructions accompanied with the step-by-step videos are detailed enough for even origami beginners to have the guidance needed to create a virtual aquarium ful…

Considered the most famous living origami master, Tomoko Fuse is known for her expertise in box-folding and other origami paper craft styles. The simple flat box, or tato, is an excellent introduction to the art of beginner origami and allows readers to "start small," then build to more intricate pieces. Handmade paper boxes are an expression of origami crafts at their very best. Experiment with different thicknesses, textures, and origami paper …

The ultimate gift for your favorite aspiring manga artist, cartoonist, or your creative kiddos, this blank book is complete with a wide variety of panel templates and a few expert tips and tricks for getting started. Perfect for pen, pencil or water-based marker, this Blank Comic Book offers everything a manga artist or imaginative young creator needs: 84 pages of blank templates featuring 21 different layouts--more variety than any other book! S…

Origami Zoo Kit is designed to stimulate your child's imagination and creativity through the age-old art of paper folding. It contains instructions and patterned folding papers for thirteen adorable animals along with life-like trees and people (zoo visitors) who together form a complete zoo. Each character comes with simple folding instructions and the colorful papers can be folded up in just a few minutes. Stickers are provided to add finishing…

The ancient art of origami originated in Japan, where it is steeped in traditional values. Japanese Origami for Beginners presents 20 models with strong symbolic meanings. Learn to create the carp, the frog and the crane which symbolize longevity, good luck, and perseverance. Also construct practical items such as paper bags in which to store spices or powdered medications, the masu box for containing small gifts, and uniquely shaped notes with e…