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Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes
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With this origami-how-to book, learn how to fold unique gift boxes that are as special as the treasures they hold!
Tuttle Publishing
Considered the most famous living origami master, Tomoko Fuse is known for her expertise in box-folding and other origami paper craft styles. The simple flat box, or tato, is a great introduction to the art of beginner origami and allows readers to start small, then build to more intricate pieces. Handmade paper boxes are an expression of origami crafts at their very best. Experiment with different thicknesses, textures, and paper designs for a truly one-of-a-kind presentation.
Step-by-step instructions and diagrams guide you from start to finish as you create:
- Flat boxes in several different shapes
- Boxes with multifaceted tops
- Box tops with spiralled flourishes
- And so much more.
Origami box folding is a relaxing and satisfying craft for all levels of expertise andโwith a little practice and this easy origami bookโgift-giving will never be the same.
"A terrific guide to learning or practicing origami." โ Booklist
A link to Nova's The Origami Revolution featuring Tomoko Fuse
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Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes is highly praised for its comprehensive and user-friendly approach to origami box-making. The book is noted for its three categories of projects that range from simple to advanced designs using varied sheet shapes. It is beautifully illustrated with clear visual instructions that make it accessible for both beginners and experienced crafters. Reviewers highlight its value as a personal or academic resource, enhancing the art of gift-giving with creativity.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780804850063
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 10 April 2018
Country: United States
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Illustration: 30 projects; color photos
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 210.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 624g
Pages: 96
About the Author
Tomoko Fuse is one of the world's leading origami artists, teachers and authors. She specializes in paper boxes and other geometric, three-dimensional designs. She discovered the art of paper folding at the age of seven and has since become known as the "Queen of Unit Origami." Her work has been exhibited around the world, including Paris Origami (Carrousel du Louvre, 1998), On Paper (Crafts Council London, 2002) and her solo show Yorokobi (Bauhaus Dessau, 2004). She has written over 65 books and in addition to teaching, folding and writing, she collaborated with designer Denis Guidone at Milan Design Week 2018 and was a featured artist in the Nova episode titled "The Origami Revolution" (February, 2017). Read about her work in Tomoko Fuse's Origami Art: Works by a Modern Master (Tuttle Publishing, 2020).
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