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The Encyclopedia of Origami Techniques

The complete, fully illustrated guide to the folded paper arts

Paperback
$22.95 US
8.75"W x 8.75"H x 0.45"D   | 20 oz | 24 per carton
On sale Nov 21, 2016 | 160 Pages | 9781782214748
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Create your own beautiful paper sculptures in this beginner-friendly origami book featuring over 30 step-by-step projects for all skill levels.

A valuable, fully illustrated guide to the folded-paper arts, The Encyclopedia of Origami Techniques provides the reader with easy-to-follow instructions for creating their own paper sculptures. Covering basic origami techniques and featuring over 30 projects told through step-by-step diagrams, this guide is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists. Inside you’ll find:
 
• Guidance on how to get started
Basic origami techniques—including folds, sequences, and bases
• 15 beginner origami projects
• 13 intermediate origami projects
• 6 challenging origami projects
• Plus projects inspired by origami around the world!
 
By the end of this book, readers will learn to master traditional origami forms, like the Printer’s Hat and Masu Box, as well as modern masterpieces such as the Square Bear and Elias Figure Base!
Nick Robinson is a professional origami artist and teacher, and the author of more than 40 books on paper-folding including Origami for Dummies and The World's Best Origami. He has been a member of the Origami Society for over 25 years and edits their magazine and website. Chrissie Astell is a well-known angel workshop facilitator, appearing frequently on TV and radio and in spiritual magazines. She is the author of several books and card oracle sets, including Gifts from Angels and The Angel Insight Pack.

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Create your own beautiful paper sculptures in this beginner-friendly origami book featuring over 30 step-by-step projects for all skill levels.

A valuable, fully illustrated guide to the folded-paper arts, The Encyclopedia of Origami Techniques provides the reader with easy-to-follow instructions for creating their own paper sculptures. Covering basic origami techniques and featuring over 30 projects told through step-by-step diagrams, this guide is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists. Inside you’ll find:
 
• Guidance on how to get started
Basic origami techniques—including folds, sequences, and bases
• 15 beginner origami projects
• 13 intermediate origami projects
• 6 challenging origami projects
• Plus projects inspired by origami around the world!
 
By the end of this book, readers will learn to master traditional origami forms, like the Printer’s Hat and Masu Box, as well as modern masterpieces such as the Square Bear and Elias Figure Base!

Author

Nick Robinson is a professional origami artist and teacher, and the author of more than 40 books on paper-folding including Origami for Dummies and The World's Best Origami. He has been a member of the Origami Society for over 25 years and edits their magazine and website. Chrissie Astell is a well-known angel workshop facilitator, appearing frequently on TV and radio and in spiritual magazines. She is the author of several books and card oracle sets, including Gifts from Angels and The Angel Insight Pack.