Practical Illustrated Encyclopedia of Origami

This is the complete guide to the art of paperfolding. It features over 80 classic and innovative step-by-step origami projects, designed by the world's leading origamists. It covers topics ranging from party tricks and action origami to traditional flowers and animals, that is shown in 1500 photographs. It includes detailed advice on choosing appropriate paper, paperfolding and base folds, and advanced techniques. A unique gallery features the work of some of the most highly regarded contemporary origamists. Origami is intricate and delicate, amusing and entertaining, and beautiful yet inexpensive. This comprehensive book contains an amazing collection of traditional Japanese models, toys, games and action origami, animals and flowers, practical origami for the home, party tricks, decorative models and stunning modular pieces. Each section begins with a simple project and progresses to models that will test your skills and reward you with a great sense of accomplishment. With 1500 photographs and origami pieces to suit every preference and ability, this inspirational and practical book ensures that you will never look at a piece of paper in quite the same way again.