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Origami Butterflies Mini Kit

Fold Up a Flutter of Gorgeous Paper Wings

Michael G. LaFosse Richard L. Alexander

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Hardback

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Japanese
Tuttle
01 October 2013
Michael LaFosse is an acknowledged master of the paper-folding arts, but his origami butterflies have won him special acclaim. Hundreds of LaFosse's winged creations are featured in exhibitions around the world, and his iconic butterfly designs are admired by origami enthusiasts everywhere. In this collection, LaFosse presents six exclusive, all-new butterfly designs specifically created with the paper crafts novice in mind. This fun and instructive origami kit will kickstart your creativity with: 6 gorgeous butterfly designs, including 'A Butterfly for George Morkiami' and 'A Butterfly for Reiko'A 32-page booklet, featuring full-color, step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow origami diagrams, 40 brilliant, full-color, 5-inch folding papers. An instructional DVD with more than an hour of video lessons taught by LaFosse himself. Whether you're a beginner or a more seasoned origami practitioner, you will learn to hone your folding skills and achieve consistent results while creating your own stunning collection of paper butterfly models.

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Imprint:   Tuttle
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 140mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 40mm
Weight:   142g
ISBN:   9784805312780
ISBN 10:   4805312785
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Language:   Japanese
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Introduction A Butterfly for George Morikami A Butterfly for Sharon A Butterfly for Mara A Butterfly for Beth A Butterfly for Reiko A Butterfly for Vancouver and One for Elsa

Reviews for Origami Butterflies Mini Kit: Fold Up a Flutter of Gorgeous Paper Wings

All of the folds are very easy for kids, so the whole family can have fun making these fun Origami Butterflies. --Mom Does it All blog This compact kit contains the instructions and paper to make a kaleidoscope of butterflies! Origami master Michael LaFosse leads you clearly through the folding sequences of each butterfly. You cannot go wrong, book or DVD. --Handmade by Deb blog Noted origami experts LaFosse and Alexander focus on folded-paper butterflies in this elegant how-to guide. After presenting the basic architecture for an origami butterfly, the authors provide a number of variations, most named after well-known origami enthusiasts. Fully illustrated step-by-step directions for each butterfly are included, and five hours of video instruction are provided on the enclosed DVDs. -- Library Journal LaFosse and Alexander have observed and passionately captured the essence of the butterfly with their exceptional designs. These magnificent butterflies undergo their metamorphosis in the authors' hands. --Reiko Nishioka, Director of Education at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens These pages present a kaleidoscope of colorful origami butterflies. The authors uphold the philosophy of Akira Yoshizawa sensei, who opened LaFosse's eyes to origami's endless possibilities, which you can now also explore. --Dave Brill, former President of the British Origami Society, and author of Brilliant Origami LaFosse and Alexander have built up an enviable reputation for producing top quality origami products, carefully and expertly crafted for folders of all levels. Their work is an inspiration. --Nick Robinson, author of Origami Kit For Dummies and World's Best Origami You cannot go wrong with any book by these authors, much less with this delightful collection of origami butterflies! --Origami Spirit The combination of butterflies, origami and Michael LaFosse cannot be anything but magical. I guarantee that this book will enchant you. --Guy Kawasaki, author of Enchantment and former Chief Evangelist at Apple


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