Origami for Busy People (Paperback)

Marcia Joy Miller

ISBN 10: 4805311487 / ISBN 13: 9784805311486

Published by Tuttle Shokai Inc, Kanagawa, 2011

About this Item

Paperback. Make quick and easy origami projects with this origami book with tear-out folding paper. Origami for Busy People is the first origami book for people who love to fold paper for fun and relaxation but have trouble finding the time in their busy day for it. The bright, high-quality folding paper in the book makes it like an origami kit--You won't have to buy new folding paper anytime soon! This origami book contains: 96 page, full-color booklet Introduction and guide to paper folding techniques Step-by-step instructions and diagrams 27 fun-to-do projects 48, two-sided perforated folding sheets Dozens of different colors and patterns These fun folds are a great way to learn origami and can be used to decorate your cubicle, to create something to give to friends and family at the end of the day, to show to colleagues at the water cooler or just to use as conversational ice-breakers or as a form of mental relaxation. The ease of the folds makes it a great origami-for-kids book but the projects are interesting enough for adult beginner origami enthusiasts. Origami projects include Jack-O'Lantern Seahorse Noisemaker Topsy-Turvy And many more. Turn a crazy, hectic work day around in just a few minutes with "Origami for Busy People." Before jumping from one project to another, a little mental relaxation comes in handy to rejuvenate and revive the brain. This fun little book provides a variety of shorter and longer projects that can be completed during a coffee break, over lunch, or whenever a mini vacation is required. Projects include: Duck Glider Ghost Trigon Reversible Star Spring Flower Fluted Vase Starry Sky Basic folding techniques, color photos of the 27 projects and 48 tear-out folding sheets combine to make this handy book a new workplace favorite! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9784805311486

Bibliographic Details

Title: Origami for Busy People (Paperback)

Publisher: Tuttle Shokai Inc, Kanagawa

Publication Date: 2011

Binding: Paperback

Condition: new

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Synopsis:

Origami for Busy People is the first origami book for people who love to fold paper for fun and relaxation but have trouble finding the time in their busy day for it. Readers first select a time slot in their hectic schedule - a 5 minute coffee break, lunchtime, or a few minutes after work or on the commute. Author Marcia Joy Miller provides plenty of creative and interesting origamui folding projects to suit these various downtimes many of which can be folded in ten minutes or less. Starts with a short discussion of everything you need to get started: supplies and a few basic techniques that are reinforced through simple exercises. The book then shows you how to make 14 delighful items during short free periods, such as coffee breaks. Next, the book teaches 12 interesting projects to make during your lunch break. And finally shows you how to make four slightly longer creations that call for a little more time at the end of the day.

Review:

"Even those of us most hard pressed for time will happily make a date to fold from Marcia Joy Miller's exceptional collection of origami projects." --Daniel Scher, Co-chair, OrigamiUSA's Publications Committee

"Origami For Busy People is an enchanting variety of origami models and papers sure to delight folders of all ages with clear, easy to follow diagrams and tons of helpful suggestions." --MaryAnn Scheblein-Dawson, OrigamiUSA

"Ever wish you could find the time to sit down and give origami a try? Or perhaps you know someone overwhelmed by work who could use a quick, creative treat? Sure, it takes time to make anything, find materials, stay organized and keep up with instructions. But the brilliant idea behind Origami for Busy People is that the time commitment is almost nil." --BookPage blog

"This fun-filled book of original origami designs by Marcia Joy Miller, features super-clear instructions to guide both beginning and experienced folders through the many delightful projects." --Gay Merrill Gross, author of Minigami: Mini Origami Projects for Cards, Gifts and Decorations

"The book, Origami for Busy People by Marcia Joy Miller is a fun book for someone with no time on their hands to do a full DIY project or any type of crafts and even the more advance Origami projects that take more time to create" --Test Try Results blog