Each step is illustrated clearly with diagrams that will enable anyone with even the most rudimentary skills to create over 100 intricate and fascinating shapes. Fuse also uses brilliantly colored and traditional Japanese floral papers that add to the beauty and elegance of the work.

    Folding and unfolding problems have been implicit since Albrecht Durer in the early 1500s, but have only recently been studied in the mathematical literature. Over the past decade, there has been a surge of interest in these problems, with applications ranging from robotics to protein folding. A proof shows that it is possible to design a series of jointed bars moving only in a flat plane that can sign a name or trace any other algebraic curve. One remarkable algorithm shows you can fold any straight-line drawing on paper so that the complete drawing can be cut out with one straight scissors cut. Aimed primarily at advanced undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics or computer science, this lavishly illustrated book will fascinate a broad audience, from high school students to researchers.

    The author describes basic folding techniques required to construct the "modules" that are used as building blocks to construct complex ornamental models. The diagrams are clear, crisp, and easy to follow, and are accompanied by inspiring color photographs. Additional tips encourage the reader to design their own original creations. Advance Praise for Marvelous Modular Origami "A must-have for any modular origami polyhedra enthusiast." -Rona Gurkewitz, co-author of Multimodular Origami Polyhedra "The models are paper folding in its purest form. They range from simple Sonobe to floral and geometrical constructions. All are eye-catching and satisfying to fold, and the finished constructions are pleasing to behold. Also included are short sections on the mathematics behind the shapes and optimum color choices." -David Petty, author of Origami A-B-C "In this colorful book, you'll find wonderful original origami modular creations. Meenakshi's clear instructions and helpful hints will have you zipping through these modules as well as improvising your own." -Rachel Katz, co-author of FUN FOLDS: Language Learning Through Paper Folding "Marvelous Modular Origami is a colorful addition to the literature of mathematical origami." -Florence Temko, author of many origami and other craft books

    Fuse shows how the choice of paper and color can produce a wide variety of items, for example by using red and green papers, the crafter can make festive wreaths perfect for the holidays.And, as in her many previous books, Fuses instructions are clear and straightforward easy enough for even beginners to follow.

    Includes instructions and paper for:  Angel, Dove, Holiday Wreath, Santa, Reindeer, Trees, Stocking, Crane, Candy Cane, Paper Ball, Hexahedron Ornaments, Snowflake Star, Octahedron Ornaments, Harlequin Diamond, Bell Bauble, and more! Tear-i-gami is an innovative series of origami books that provides the folding instructions and tear-away paper necessary to fold dozens of delightful paper creations -- all in one convenient package!

    How to create simple and elegant napkin displays, with over 150 ideas for folding, making, decorating and embellishing, shown in more than 700 colour photographs and illustrations - with extra professional tips and inspirations for place settings and tab

    Often used to express feelings of joy at times of celebration, the crane has become the most popular and beloved origami figure. Throughout history, it has been inextricably entwined with Japanese tradition and lore, from a legend promising that anyone who folds one thousand cranes will be granted a wish for long life or recovery from illness, to its role as a modern-day symbol of peace in recognition of a young Hiroshima victim.With beautiful color photos and clear, easy-to-follow instructions, Crane Origami shows readers how to make 64 unusual and practical folded-paper creations including: Chopstick holders and rests Boxes and gift wrappings Lamp shades Mobiles Wreaths and other wall decorations GarlandsTen of the designs are for connecting cranes - cascades of multiple cranes made from cutting a single sheet of paper - and date back to the Edo period.

    Marc has devised blueprints for creating eleven distinct insect designs from a single sheet of paper. You can follow the path in folding these works of art yourself with the aid of over eight-hundred illustrations. There are also chapters to aid you with paper choice and preparation. Athough this is admittedly one of the more advanced books available for origami, with patience, you can recreate such models as a ladybug (spots included), butterfly, and even a cankerworm (with twenty-eight legs).

    It’s the same successful format that helped Sushi Deluxe become so popular, with all the elements elegantly packaged in an attractive gift box: an exquisite miniature chest of drawers with all the items beautifully organized inside. Open it up to find a fully-illustrated book with both basic and advanced geo-gami projects; a toolset with folding and scoring utensils; a gridded work area mat; and best of all, 80 sheets of origami paper which, if purchased separately, would cost more than the entire set on its own. There are 60 sheets in an 8" x 8" size, featuring 5 patterns; 35 in 6" x 6", with five patterns; 25 that have precise folding lines to guide novices through the challenging tessellation creations; and 12 in two colors of solid foil. Beginners can start with a Killer Whale, Flying Dragon, and Unicorn, while the geo-gami includes tessellations to make a Triple-Tiered Hexagon, Triangle Squash, and Dancing Squares.

    It gives clear, easy-to-follow information on materials, equipment and techniques and contains over 300 pieces to create.