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Books with author Michael G. LaFosse

  • Japanese Origami Kit for Kids: 92 Colorful Folding Papers and 12 Original Origami Projects for Hours of Creative Fun!

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, May 23, 2017)
    Kids will love to fold classic origami projects and learn about Japanese culture with this easy origami kit. Origami, the ancient Japanese method of folding paper into 3D objects, is an exciting way for kids to expand their knowledge of the world. Renowned origami author Michael G. LaFosse has designed these paper folding projects specifically to introduce kids to the joys of origami while also learning about Japanese culture. The simple, easy-to-follow origami book in this kit teaches kids how to make traditional Japanese Good-Luck Boxes, Lotus Blossoms, Koi Fish, Cranes and many other models while learning this traditional Japanese craft! The 12 projects range from simple to slightly challenging—perfect for all children of ages and skill levels from beginner to intermediate. The beautiful designs are simple to create and fun to play with or display. This origami for kids kit contains: 48-page, full-color book Clear step-by-step instructions 12 origami projects 72 double-sided origami papers in 12 different patterns and colors 20 practice dollar bills
  • Origami Bugs Kit: Origami Fun for Everyone!: Kit with 2 Origami Books, 20 Fun Projects and 98 Origami Papers: Great for Both Kids and Adults

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, Aug. 9, 2016)
    Make dozens of creepy crawly insects with this easy origami kit.Ants, dragonflies, tarantulas are just a few of the bugs you can create with fun children's origami kit. Paper folders of all ages will love turning brightly colored sheets of origami paper into 20 different insects and arachnids. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to decorate your room—or as a wonderful gift for insects lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. The origami paper in the kit already has printed patterns, so no paint or glue is required, just unpack and start folding right away!This origami kit contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Clear step-by-step instructions Easy-to-follow diagrams 20 simple origami insect projects 98 sheets of durable, authentic origami folding paper A variety of different colors and patterns2 sheets of gold foilOrigami Bugs Kit provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you folding an insect zoo in no time! Origami projects include: Butterfly Caterpillar Firefly Grasshopper Ant And much more…
  • Advanced Origami: An Artist's Guide to Performances in Paper: Origami Book with 15 Challenging Projects

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, July 15, 2005)
    Take your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book.From shimmering hummingbirds to magnificent bats, from a stunning panther mask to graceful sea turtles, Michael G. LaFosse's complex and beautiful origami projects are well known around the world. Focusing on models from nature, Advanced Origami provides unparalleled instruction on how to create master-class level 3D origami paper folding projects. The origami designs are challenging—they require some folding experience—but the results are more origami art than craft. Paper folders will create projects that can be displayed or given as gifts.Sophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the unique origami designs along with complete detailed instructions and easy-to-follow color photos and diagrams. Advanced Origami also features information on paper selection and preparation, advanced techniques such as "wet folding" and making your own paper.This origami book contains: 128 page, full-color book 15 original and challenging projects Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Advanced techniques and tipsIn recent years origami has evolved beyond simple folding and creasing into a true art form akin to sculpture. For those seeking to learn origami at such a level, Advanced Origami provides all the essential information and techniques. Soon you will be able to design and fold your own origami sculptures!Origami projects include: North American Cardinal Koi Fish Origamido ButterflyPond Frog And many more…
  • Advanced Origami: An Artist's Guide to Performances in Paper: Origami Book with 15 Challenging Projects

    Michael G. LaFosse

    eBook (Tuttle Publishing, Sept. 4, 2012)
    Take your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book.From shimmering hummingbirds to magnificent bats, from a stunning panther mask to graceful sea turtles, Michael G. LaFosse's complex and beautiful origami projects are well known around the world. Focusing on models from nature, Advanced Origami provides unparalleled instruction on how to create master-class level 3D origami paper folding projects. The origami designs are challenging—they require some folding experience—but the results are more origami art than craft. Paper folders will create projects that can be displayed or given as gifts.Sophisticated origami or paper crafts fans will appreciate the unique origami designs along with complete detailed instructions and easy-to-follow color photos and diagrams. Advanced Origami also features information on paper selection and preparation, advanced techniques such as "wet folding" and making your own paper.This origami book contains: 128 page, full-color book 15 original and challenging projects Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Advanced techniques and tipsIn recent years origami has evolved beyond simple folding and creasing into a true art form akin to sculpture. For those seeking to learn origami at such a level, Advanced Origami provides all the essential information and techniques. Soon you will be able to design and fold your own origami sculptures!Origami projects include: North American Cardinal Koi Fish Origamido ButterflyPond Frog And many more…
  • Origami Aquarium Kit: Aquatic fun for everyone!: Kit with Two 32-page Origami Books, 20 Projects & 98 High-Quality Origami Papers: Great for Kids & Adults!

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, June 16, 2015)
    Everything you need to create an ocean's worth of aquatic creatures! This fantastic, easy origami kit enables you to fold paper models of 20 underwater creatures from around the world. Use it to make a collection of eye-catching origami models with your friends, to decorate your room or as an enjoyable gift for kids fascinated by aquariums and the aquatic wonders they contain. Origami Aquarium Kit offers 20 great projects for home or school and includes 96 brightly colored and beautifully patterned origami paper folding sheets, along with two sheets of metallic paper for genuinely dazzling effects. A shark, a fish and a turtle are just a few of the unique origami designs presented by world-renowned origami artist Michael G. LaFosse in this kit. People of all ages and any level of skill will enjoy crafting these eye-catching origami models. The origami kit contains: 2 full-color 32-page books Clear step-by-step instructions Easy-to-follow diagrams 20 simple origami projects 96 sheets of origami folding paper in a variety of colors and patterns 2 sheets of special gold foil paper Origami Aquarium Kit provides you with a stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating an origami aquarium in no time!
  • Classic Origami Kit

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, Dec. 15, 2003)
    From world renowned origami artist, Michael LaFosse, comes the essential collection of classic origami projects featuring traditional designs as well as a few new twists on old favorites. Perfect for the beginner, or for the advanced student looking for a traditional origami collection, the Classic Origami includes everything needed to get started in folding.The kit contains:* A 64-page book with complete instructions and clear, step-by-step diagrams for 45 different projects* 98 6.75 x 6.75-inch sheets of folding paper in eight different colors and gold foil
  • Origami Jungle Kit: Create Exciting Paper Models of Exotic Animals and Tropical Plants: Kit with 2 Origami Books, 42 Projects and 98 Origami Papers

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, Aug. 9, 2016)
    Make colorful and exciting origami animals and their jungle habitats with this easy origami kit.Anteaters, Chameleons, Lemurs and Lizards are just a few of the fierce and beautiful origami jungle animals you can create with this paper craft origami kit. Origami Jungle Kit includes everything needed to get started in folding traditional designs and original creations to make elegant paper arrangements of jungle animals, vines and trees for gifts or decorations. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. The origami paper in the kit already has printed patterns so no paint or glue is required, just unpack and start folding right away!This origami kit contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Clear step-by-step instructions Easy-to-follow diagrams 42 simple origami jungle projects 96 sheets of durable, authentic origami folding paper A variety of different colors and patterns2 sheets of gold foilOrigami Jungle Kit provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating your tropical nature preserve in no time! Origami projects include: Tree Sloth Crocodile Iguana Toucan Piranha And much more…
  • Origami Activities for Kids: Discover the Magic of Japanese Paper Folding, Learn to Fold Your Own Origami Models

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, Oct. 2, 2018)
    Turn sheets of paper into exciting 3D flowers, animals and accessories—no previous origami experience necessary!Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is not just a great craft activity—it's an exciting way to expand your imagination. Children will have many hours of fun folding the easy origami projects in this book and learning about the surprising art of paper folding. This origami book for kids has been revised and reformatted; geared specifically to 8-12 year olds, it is an introduction to Japanese culture and crafts. With full-color photos, step-by-step instructions, and 8 sheets of origami paper, beginning folders can master the straightforward designs.The 19 origami projects include: Lotus Flower Japanese Fan Chopstick Wrapper Dollar-Bill Dragon Chinese Zodiac Traditional Crane Japanese Daruma Doll And many more…Learning how to fold two-dimensional paper squares into three-dimensional objects is not only fun, but helps develop hand-eye coordination and spatial skills by engaging a child's whole brain. Each paper model explores an important aspects of Asian culture—creating an appreciation and awareness of cultural differences in children.
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  • Origami Animals Kit: Make Colorful and Easy Origami Animals: Kit Includes Origami Book, 98 High-Quality Papers and 21 Original Projects

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, July 25, 2017)
    Make colorful and fun origami animals with this easy origami kit.Frogs, butterflies, seals and dogs are just a few of the gorgeous origami animals you can create with this paper craft origami kit. From world-renowned origami artist, Michael LaFosse comes this essential collection of animal paper craft projects. The origami kit contains: Full-colored 64-page origami book Clear, step-by-step diagrams and instructions 21 fun origami projects 98 sheets of 6x6 inch, high-quality origami paperWide array of colors and patterns Two sheets of dazzling gold foilOrigami Animals Kit provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating a zoo in no time! Origami animal projects include: Owl Duck Husky Pup Fox Mask Skunk And much more… Perfect for folders of all skill levels, Origami Animals Kit is the affordable, easy-to-follow solution for everything needed to get started on traditional animal origami designs, as well as new twists on old favorites. This unique collection of origami designs will help you create folded paper models of animals from around the world. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home—or as a thoughtful gift for animal lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. The origami paper in the kit already has colors, so no paint or glue is required, just unpack and start folding right away!
  • Origami Birds Kit: Make Colorful Origami Birds with This Easy Origami Kit: Includes 2 Origami Books, 20 Projects & 98 High-Quality Origami Papers

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, April 15, 2006)
    Make colorful and fun origami birds with this easy origami kit.Cranes, swans and macaws are just a few of the gorgeous birds you can create with this paper craft origami kit. World-renowned origami artist Michael LaFosse introduces Origami Birds Kit with craft projects for the beginner or the intermediate paper folder looking to expand their repertoire. This unique collection of origami designs will help you create folded paper models of common and exotic birds from around the world. Use it to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home—or as a wonderful gift for bird lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. The origami paper in the kit already has printed patterns, so no paint or glue is required, just unpack and start folding right away!The origami kit contains: 2 full-colored, 32-page booklets Clear step-by-step instructions Easy-to-follow diagrams 20 simple origami bird projects 98 sheets of durable, authentic origami folding paper A variety of different colors and patternsOrigami Birds Kit provides you this stunning collection of origami projects that will have you creating your own personal aviary in no time! Origami projects include: Crane Swallow Cardinal Phoenix Macaw And many more…
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  • Origami Animals Kit

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Paperback (Tuttle Publishing, Dec. 15, 2003)
    From world renowned origami artist, Michael LaFosse, comes the essential collection of animal origami projects featuring traditional designs as well as a few new twists on old favorites. Perfect for the beginner, or for the advanced student looking to expand their repertoire, the Origami Animals includes everything needed to get started in folding.The kit contains:A 64-page book with complete instructions and clear, step-by-step diagrams for 45 different projects98 6.75 x 6.75-inch sheets of folding paper in eight different colors, and gold foil
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  • Origami Activities: Create secret boxes, good-luck animals, and paper charms with the Japanese art of origami: Origami Book with 15 Projects

    Michael G. LaFosse

    Hardcover (Tuttle Publishing, Aug. 22, 2017)
    Fold classic origami projects and learn about Asian culture with this easy origami book.Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is not just a great crafts activity—it's an exciting way to expand the imagination. Children will have hours of fun with this beginner origami paper craft book. Renowned origami artist and author Michael LaFosse designed Origami Actives to introduce them to the exciting world of paper folding. What makes this origami book original is that each paper project explores a distinct aspect of East Asian culture and includes an explanation of the cultural context for each project. The designs are very simple and are great for beginning origami folders. They can be considered origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. This origami book contains:64 page, full-color origami book Easy, step-by-step instructions Origami techniques and folding tips 15 fun and easy designs Cultural background and explanations of projects Once you've folded your own origami, you can use them to create one-of-a-kind origami scenes.Origami projects include: Lotus Flower Japanese Fan Chopstick Wrapper Dollar-Bill Dragon Chinese Zodiac Traditional Crane Japanese Daruma Doll And many more…
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