Craft > Origami & Paper

The Repurposed Library is a celebration of the possibilities that books have to offer as an art material. Obviously, we love to read and learn from books, but The Repurposed Library takes our passion for books one step further, presenting crafters with 33 projects to make out of books. Each year thousands of books are sold at flea markets for pennies, remaindered by bookstores, and given away by libraries. Lisa Occhipinti rescues and repurposes these orphaned books, transforming them into new art objects and practical items for the... read more

The Kids’ Crafternoon series puts the fun back into a kid’s afternoon – turn off the TV and get crafting! Each title contains 25 appealing projects from specialist crafters across the globe. The projects vary in complexity and the time required for completion (though never longer than a whole afternoon), while the books are structured by project themes designed to appeal to young crafters. The four titles in the series are Papercraft and Sewing and Beading and Felting (to come).

Make your own origami zoo with Mari and Roshin Ono's collection of amazing animals. Whether you love cute and cuddly animals like the baby bear and the cheeky monkeys, or are friends with the feathered variety, you are sure to go wild for any of the 35 innovative designs. There are four great chapters explaining how to really bring your paper to life. Animal Fun has classic designs like the crane and fox, while Safari takes its inspiration from the Serengeti with projects for zebras, giraffes, lions and more. Next is Sea World, hom... read more

"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 create with a few simple folds. Every stage is described in a series of clear step-by-step photographs, showing all the ... read more

Art and math intertwine in exciting and complex new ways in "Geometric Origami." Origami is a centuries old art form, where folding a piece of paper creates a new and wondrous object. But when the art of origami and the science of math combine, they connect together in such a way that something entirely different and magical is created. In "Geometric Origami, " the initial folds are easily created, but once the basic building blocks are ready, it is the intricate combining of these pieces into a new geometric sculpture that truly i... read more

This is a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind resource that looks at the sophisticated beauty of calligraphy from around the world. It features 55 living scripts, with visual examples and an overview of origins, traditions & unique characteristics. It is a groundbreaking collection that will teach and inspire novices, experts and admirers alike. You can discover the sophisticated beauty of calligraphy from around the world with this comprehensive, one-of-a-kind resource. Using visual examples accompanied by expert commentary, "The World E... read more

The traditional paper patterns of Japan have been admired for centuries for their timeless beauty. These collections of large and small traditional papers each contain 12 different two-sided designs based on the traditional patterns of Japan.

Turn your tax returns into artworks. Create unique paper jewellery. Transform old books into sculptures. Make your own journals and stationery. Follow the simple instructions in this beautiful book to make these projects and many more. Or, take your own inspiration from author, Skye Rogers' reflections on her love of paper and her insights into the journey that has taken this love and turned it into a viable business. Whether you are a committed crafter or first-timer, you'll find all the ideas and inspiration you need in thi... read more

Swoop, dive, glide, float and hover with these 35 brilliant flying objects and animals that can be made in minutes. Mari and Roshin Ono bring you "Fly Origami Fly", which comes with all the paper you will need to make the projects - so grab a piece and prepare for take off! With four great chapters looking at different types of flying object, you will find a whole host of new ways to make your paper fly. The first chapter looks at the classic aeroplane design that we all know and love, and then develops it to produce more exciting ... read more

Join the fold and discover this timeless art form. "World's Best Origami" is an amazing collection of more than 100 of the most unusual and best-loved origami patterns ever created. Expert origami artist Nick Robinson has collected traditional origami patterns as well as his own pieces and those from some of the greatest origami artists in the world- many in print here for the first time ever. More than 100 pieces-the most comprehensive origami book on the market Projects rated from beginner to advanced and include everything from... read more

Origami Pack includes 6 x Wild and Wonderful Origami, 2 x Fly Origami Fly!, and 2 x Origami for Children.

Papercutting has a long history, originally as a traditional folk art practised across Europe and North America, and now elevated to new, sophisticated levels. Here, Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell presents a stunning collection of 35 papercutting projects, ranging from party decorations, decoupage pictures and paper flowers, to greetings cards and gift tags. All have easy-to-follow instructions, with advice on the best paper to use for a superb result. Papers used in this book range from lightweight crepe paper and tissue to heavier we... read more

The incredible splendors of some of the worlds' most recognized architectural feats are brought to life within the pages of "Origami Architecture." With this book, some card stock paper, and a hobby knife, anyone can build spectacular re-creation's of the most famous buildings in the world. It gives instructions and templates for 16 buildings, including the Parthenon, the White House, the Eiffel Tower, the Chrysler building, and the Forbidden City. There are over 900 photographs detailing the cutting and assembling of the pieces, m... read more

The traditional paper patterns of Japan have been admired for centuries for their timeless beauty. These collections of large and small traditional papers each contain 12 different two-sided designs based on the traditional patterns of Japan.

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From animals to flowers and paper airplanes, this origami guide has projects that will delight both children and adults. Through words, illustrations and pictures, even the most complicated of folds and manipulations are made simple by this book's easy-to-follow instructions. Master Norio Torimoto prepares his readers by teaching the proper mindset behind the art and the basic formations that are the foundation to all his projects. With over 300 color photos Torimoto takes the mystery out of paper folding by revealing its origins a... read more

The art of origami can be intimidating, especially without help from someone proficient and skilled. But finding a teacher can be difficult, and learning from diagrams simply doesn't suit everyone. With "Origami Studio," world-renowned origami artist Michael G. LaFosse takes you by the hand and, using a DVD along with "lesson plans," will get you from basic knowledge and skills to the intermediate level. Each of the 30 carefully crafted lessons build on the previous ones, allowing your repertoire to grow exponentially as you progre... read more

This title is suitable for children aged 8 years and up. By simply punching out a card, folding a few flaps and adding a dab of glue, you can create some of the cutest critters ever seen! The absolutely adorable "Paper Zoo" kit features 15 cards with one animal each and an instruction booklet with bios on each captivating creature, including a doe-eyed fawn, a goldfish named Pinky, a spotted dog, a winged pig, a fire-breathing dinosaur and more.