Origami Activities: Create secret boxes, good-luck animals, and paper charms with the Japanese art of origami: Origami Book with 15 Projects (Asian Arts and Crafts For Creative Kids) - Hardcover

LaFosse, Michael G.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0804834970 ISBN 13: 9780804834971

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing, 2003

Synopsis

Children will have hours of fun with the 15 projects in this beginner origami book, designed to introduce them to the exciting world of paper-folding. A crane, a bat, and a lotus-topped gift box are just a few of the simple projects for first-time paper folders. The book includes an introduction to origami that explores its history, the kinds of paper used, preparation, and basic folding techniques. Each of the projects explores a different aspect of Asian culture. Origami is a wonderful way to stimulate a child's imagination and their interest in Asian art.

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About this title

About the Author:

Michael G. LaFosse has been an origami artist for over 40 years, and is considered a leading authority and master of the art. An avid teacher, LaFosse cofounded the Origamido Studio, a learning center and design studio dedicated to the art of origami and the only place in the world specializing in hand papermaking for the origami artist. Author of many books and videotapes relating to paperfolding and hand papermaking, LaFosse produces fine paper art and commercial designs for a variety of international clients.

Review:

"[E]specially intended for creative and curious young people ages 7 to 12, Origami Activities offers a wealth of rainy day fun and simple, easy-to-make crafts"—Midwest Book Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0804834970
• ISBN 13: 9780804834971
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 64