Easy Origami - Softcover

The book has excellent production values with sharp clear photographs of the projects and good step-by-step diagrams. It will be a very popular item in school and public libraries.--Lorraine Douglas, former Children's Librarian, Win "Canadian Materials, Vol. 12, No. 19 " Good for beginners... all of them are fun to make.-- (01/19/2006) Using folds and an occasional scissor snip, clear step-by-step directions and two-color guides printed on a crisp white background demonstrate 24 paper creations.... Models are rated for difficulty while color photos of the finished products offer additional encouragement.-- (10/01/2006) 24 models, some of which are original and actually live up to the title's promise... Novices in particular may be drawn to this collection by its unusually clean design and bright, inviting colors.-- (02/01/2006) This book has an eclectic mix of paper arts which include kirigami, origami and modular origami. The easy models are quite easy and will appeal to young children; however, the harder models will be beyond their reach. It is a good beginners book for adults or older children.-- (01/01/2010)

"Easy Origami" takes readers step-by-step through the process of creating 24 origami projects. The book suggests valuable tips such as the type and weight of paper that provide the best results, and the projects (which can be tackled by adults or children) are organized by increasing level of skill. Very easy origami projects include: Flower; Hamster; Butterfly; Airplane; Boat; and five others. The fairly easy projects include: Stars; Decorations; Bracelet; Face; and two others. The more detailed and difficult projects include: String of Dolls; Starcluster; Pyramid; Bird; and four others. Basic paperfolding instructions and skills are described: Origami tips; Folds & symbols; From fold to fold; and Shapes & sizes. "Easy Origami" is the perfect book for to introduce this ancient craft to children and adults alike. It contains step-by-step instructions that include both fold diagrams and colour photographs of key directions.