Origami 1-2-3

by David Petty

Book Overview

Not only does this introduction give beginners the skills to manage origami's basic folds and bases, it presents brilliantly imaginative projects. Each section moves from simple to more complex items:... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806955112
• ISBN13: 9780806955117
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 7 and higher

Customer Reviews

Excellent!

Every once in a while, comes an origami book I would rave about.This is one such book.This is an excellent book for begineers. This is also an excellent book to give to a child to stimulate creativity. It is an excellent present.Do not expect diagrams. All the folding instructions are in pictures (photographs).The book has the following sections:1) Introduction - briefly describes what you need to begin with and tips2) Folds & Bases - basic techniques are discussed here.3) Basic models - mainly traditional models - traditional models often has a charm of its own, simple yet effective. That is why it survive so long.4) Containers - how to fold useful items that you can use5) Novelty items - an interesting section which includes an action model - a beating heart (a much requested for model).6) Modular designs - beautiful rings, stars and balls - ideal for decoration for any festive occasion.7) Animals and Plants - baby rabbit, a cute fat rabbit, caterpillar, bird, cat face, flapping bird and many others.8) Transport - jet plane, train set, truck, yacht, chinese junk and others. This is an unusual section since it is rare for a begineers book to include this.9) Complex models - for begineers who have loves challengers10) where to get moreI have so many favourite models in this book and it is difficult for me to choose one which I like best.This book covers a wide range of topics and leaves you hungry for more.So what are you waiting for????Get it!

Fun!

We bought this book for our elementary school library and it stays checked out. Fun projects, clear and easy-to-follow instructions and updated layout make it a fun read. Moms who have seen this book buy it for their kids.