Origami Plain And Simple

Have you ever had the urge to create a frog out of a plain sheet of paper? How about a sea serpent, an elephant, an angel fish, or even a chess set? With this fun and easy-to-use primer, you can make such origami animals and projects come magically to life. Renowned paperfolder Robert Neale and his coauthor, Thomas Hull, present thirty original models, perfect for absolute beginners as well as more seasoned paperfolders looking for fresh, fun projects. Each model is explained in simple terms, with supportive step-by-step instructions accompanied by intuitively clear diagrams that show each stage of the process. Projects begin with the basics and slowly progress in difficulty, ranging from simple folds (Frog with a Big Mouth, Owlet and Family, Scottie Dog); action folds (Talking Bird, Funky Swan, Somersaulting Frog); and modular folds (Sunburst, Three Wise Men, Chess Set); to trickier projects (Elephant Minor, Angel Fish, Bald Eagle). The authors also provide basic tips on how to fold as the masters do and make projects that come out looking the way you want them to. Whether you're just starting out or you're a confirmed origami enthusiast for life, Origami, Plain and Simple will provide a repertoire of folding feats that's sure to entertain and challenge as it teaches the ins and outs of this captivating art.

The last secret of the Cold War can finally be revealed: behind the Iron Curtain, people were folding! Communities of folders who were isolated from the origami establishment have always developed exciting new origami models. Russian Origami is full of such exciting projects. Included are such traditional favorites as a flapping dove and an inflatable rabbit, as well as some original delights, such as a Tyrolean Hat and a Russian star.

Project Origami: Activities for Exploring Mathematics, Second Edition presents a flexible, discovery-based approach to learning origami-math topics. It helps readers see how origami intersects a variety of mathematical topics, from the more obvious realm of geometry to the fields of algebra, number theory, and combinatorics. With over 100 new pages, this updated and expanded edition now includes 30 activities and offers better solutions and teaching tips for all activities. The book contains detailed plans for 30 hands-on, scalable origami activities. Each activity lists courses in which the activity might fit, includes handouts for classroom use, and provides notes for instructors on solutions, how the handouts can be used, and other pedagogical suggestions. The handouts are also available on the book’s CRC Press web page. Reflecting feedback from teachers and students who have used the book, this classroom-tested text provides an easy and entertaining way for teachers to incorporate origami into a range of college and advanced high school math courses. Visit the author’s website for more information.

This book showcases the finest examples of origami art from around the world. Several diagrams are included that reveal the secrets behind some of the masters' most famous pieces.

Are you a lover of creativity and innovations? Do you or your kids have a thing for handcrafts? Are you looking for a comprehensive guide to making origami crafts? If so, then read on… This book, Origami Book for Beginners, is a treasure you shouldn't let slip you by. Creativity is one of the very tough things to build in life. Anyone could learn languages, technical handcrafts, and digital skills if they put their mind to it, but becoming a master at any of these things requires a high level of creativity. Even being the master in your field and place of assignment involves a level of creativity. Now, you will be wondering how you can build your creativity. Origami is one definite way to build creativity. The craft involves hands-on activities that improve your mental comprehension, assertion, and logical abilities. It is more than paper folding, as many presume. Origami is paper magic or transformational craft. It involves the practice of art using paper. With just your hands and some pieces of paper, you can make magical crafts. This is one cheap and simple craft that you can also earn good money from if you are devoted to learning and dedicated to practice. This book isn't for only professionals who want to improve their skills and hone their creativity. It is also for those who wish to learn geometry and build their calculative abilities. If you know anyone struggling with mathematics, geometry, or science-related subjects, you should introduce this book to them. Origami has so many benefits than your fingers can number, which I cover in detail in this book. But that's not all, within the pages of this book, you will; 1. Be more acquainted with what origami entails and its historical timelines. 2. Get to know how origami is applied to several areas of discipline. 3. Be familiar with the terms associated and used in origami art. 4. Be exposesd to the tips and techniques used in origami art that will set you on your way to becoming an expert origamist. 5. Be enlightened on the tools and materials needed to get you started in origami. 6. Educated on the basic folds used in origami, and the common origami bases used in paper folding. 7. Get started with making beautiful origami crafts with the aid of the 25 origami project ideas discussed in this book with step-by-step instructions and graphical illustrations to guide you along the process. …And a whole lot more! What more are you waiting for? Hone your creative abilities, and build your paper folding skills with this beginner's guide to origami. To begin your journey to making paper folding crafts, simply grab a copy of this book RIGHT NOW.

Origami for Children is the perfect introduction to origami, the fun Japanese papercraft for parents and children of all ages Divided into six ­sections, the projects cover a fun range of themes, from classic origami designs such as animals to party decorations and modern vehicles. There’s even a project showing how to create the classic Japanese arcade character Pacman. You’ll be amazed at how much you can make with just a few simple folds. Every stage is described in a series of clear step-by-step photographs, ­showing all the techniques you will need to complete each of these great designs. Also included is a specially designed pack of origami paper with enough pieces to complete all the projects, so you can start making your own amazing creations straight away.

Origami for all presents a unique introduction to the ancient art of paper folding. Featuring 16 original and exciting projects with clear step-by-step illustrations, this book is suitable for both beginners and experienced origami enthusiasts.

Fold and fly your own realistic paper airplanes with this easy origami book and folding papers. Simple Origami 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. Simple Origami Airplanes features models with sturdy wings and fuselages—these designs are so perfectly balanced that a gentle throw results in amazing flights, time after time. All the origami projects are designed to be simple enough to be considered "origami-for-kids" projects, and can be assembled by beginning origami folders. Paper airplanes are a great way for children to learn origami and gain an interest and appreciation for this fascinating art form. The flashy folding papers already have plane images printed on them, making the finished origami planes look as awesome as they fly. This origami book contains: Full-colored origami assembly book Step-by-step instructions and diagrams 16 original design projects for planes 60 two-sided origami folding papers A variety of colors with printed fold lines Fun and accessible for both the paper crafts novice and the more season paper folder, this wonderfully giftable origami book gets you started right away and is a great value. The pre-colored origami paper is ready to fold—No scissors or glue required! Origami airplane projects include: Flying Wing Beta Jet Kraken Interceptor Shark's Tooth And many more…