Books with author Richard L. Alexander

Advanced Techniques for Experienced Folders—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 intricate and beautiful origami projects are well known around the world. Focusing on models from nature, Advanced Origami provides unmatched 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 papermaking.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 tips DVD video lessonsIn recent years origami has evolved beyond simple folding and creasing into a pure 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 impressive origami sculptures!Origami projects include: North American Cardinal Koi Fish Origamido ButterflyPond Frog And much more… About this new edition:This updated edition contains a new introduction and DVD video lessons for 15 original projects.

**2017 Creative Child Magazine Book of the Year Award Winner** Make the best paper airplanes around with this easy-to-follow origami book. No scissors, tape or glue required!Enthralled with origami from a young age, world-renowned origami and paper crafter Michael LaFosse has used those skills to design and perfect paper planes for decades. In Michael Lafosse's Origami Airplanes, LaFosse presents 28 original paper origami models that incorporate innovative functional and aesthetic details like faceted flaps, ailerons, canards and spoilers that really work. The sense of proportion and balance, and an ingenious nose and fuselage locking system, define these signature models—which are instant classics. Readers accustomed to folding simple darts and wings will be thrilled and challenged by the folding maneuvers in these pages. Michael Lafosse's Origami Airplanes comes with great value—included are: 28 fun and challenging projects Step-by-step instructions Expert tips on techniques and folds Easy-to-follow DVD video tutorials Videos are also streamable or downloadable online Great for paper airplane enthusiasts, fans of unique origami works, and parents with kids. In addition to teaching the skills to create the planes, this unique paper craft book provides expert advice on:How to select and prepare the best folding paper for each plane.How to balance aesthetics, performance and fun when designing your own planes.Helpful tips on control surfaces, and how to manipulate them for the best flights.Tips on launching different types of planes to get the best possible glide.A discussion of aerodynamics and how it relates to paper airplane performance.Paper airplane models include:The classic Lock Nose Dart The stealthy Flying Fox The innovative Art Deco Wing The speedy F-102 Delta Jet And many more…

Create fun and easy origami using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns!This origami kit includes a collection of projects designed for paper folders of any level of skill to practice the increasingly popular art of folding origami dollars. The origami practice dollar bills mean that you won't have to fold with real money and can save it up to buy some more origami kits!This easy origami kit contains: A full-colored 64-page booklet 21 money-based projects Clear step-by-step instruction and diagrams 60 practice dollar bills A DVD containing easy-to-follow video tutorial for each project Videos are also streamable or downloadable online Money Origami Kit is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. At such a great value—folding money has never been so easy or affordable!Origami projects include: George Napkin Ring Business Card Holder Thistle Wheel of Fortune And much more…

Make beautiful, hand-made origami envelopes, note cards and other stationery with this excellent origami kit!One of the casualties of the digital age is the elegance of a handwritten note. World-renowned origami artist Michael LaFosse introduces Origami Stationery Kit which allows origami paper craft folders to create more than just a note, but a work of art that will accent your messages. These folded pieces of easy origami art make an ideal accompaniment to a gift, or to commemorate a holiday or birthday, or just for sending a heartfelt message to a friend or loved one and are a great way to learn origami techniques.This do-it-yourself kit includes: A full-colored 64-page booklet clear step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams 15 fun origami projects 80 sheets of durable, authentic origami folding paper 2-sizes of paper and a variety of different colors and patternsIn this origami kit, you will find both traditional and modern examples of the art of the folded note. The scope is from simple origami to intricate origami art; abstract to representational; somber to whimsical: a wide range of paper folding possibilities! Custom printed papers are included to make your notes well dressed for any occasion. Once you learn how to fold any of these origami designs, you can explore many kinds of fine papers for your notes. All of the projects use square shaped paper, which doesn't necessarily need to be origami paper. You will soon have your favorites committed to memory. Then it will be easy to whip up a quick origami note for a "Thank you!," "Sorry I missed you," or "Congratulations!" Even the humblest papers are elevated to elegance by paper folding.Origami projects include: Flapping Bird Envelope Pillow Note Twist Note Hashi Wrapper Note And much more…Sending cards and personal notes has never been so much fun with Origami Stationery Kit!

Make fun and simple paper craft projects with this easy origami kit.Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit is the perfect paper craft kit for origami beginners and children. World-renowned origami designers and artists Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander have selected paper folding projects from several popular origami categories that include: traditional origami, modern origami, origami flowers, paper airplanes, cute, cuddly animals and much more! Use Ultimate Origami for Beginners to craft eye-catching origami for your friends, to beautify your home—or as an excellent gift for paper craft lovers. All of the folds are simple enough to be origami-for-kids projects and are a great way to learn origami. None of the projects require paint or glue so just unpack the origami paper and start folding right away!This origami kit contains: A full-colored 62-page origami booklet Clear step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Folding techniques and tips A DVD with easy-to-follow video tutorials Videos are also streamable or downloadable online 62 sheets of durable origami folding papers Several colors and three different sizesIt seems that everywhere we look, people are folding paper origami. While previous generations may have made greeting cards with cranes folded from pretty scraps of paper, the art of origami has advanced to such a degree that we are now seeing it around the world. They grace retail store windows, as clever dollar bill folds displayed in restaurants and even on TV! This delightful array of projects and papers provided in Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit are sure to get your feet wet and your fingers folding! Origami Projects include: Crane's Egg "Kanji" the Dog Petallunia Moon Flowers Scallop Seahorse Dollar Yacht Ninja Jet And much more…

This origami kit teaches origami beginners all the most important folds and techniques.This all-inclusive origami paper craft kit with instructional DVD will teach you to create beautiful origami as if you are right in the studio. Through 30 step-by-step lessons, you will move seamlessly from origami beginning to intermediate all at your own pace. Origami Studio Kit teaches an understanding of origami terminology, the ability to easily read diagrams, a mastery of fine techniques and bases, and discovery of tips, tricks and secrets of one of the world's most foremost folders. Although the easy-to-follow instructions make this a great origami for kids kit, it is also serious and challenging enough for adult learners looking to learn origami and get a solid foundation in the art of origami paper folding. The origami kit includes: Full-color 72-page booklet Step-by-step instruction and diagrams 30 fun lessons 70 sheets of durable, authentic origami paper 2 paper sizes and a variety of different colors A DVD with 3.5 hours of video tutorials All videos are also streamable or downloadable online Easy-to-follow demonstrations for each of the 30 lessonsNo matter your age, or previous paper folding experience, these projects and techniques will help you become a better origami folder. Paper folding projects Include:Elsa's SwanJapanese Inflatable FrogPillow NoteLily FlowerBunnyStar Box and much more…

Create fun and clever origami models using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns!Get ready to practice the increasingly popular art of folding origami dollars. With both a full-color instruction book and step-by-step videos on the accompanying DVD, this origami kit includes a collection of projects designed for paper folders of any level of skill. The origami practice dollar bills mean that you won't have to practice on real money and can save it up to buy some more origami kits!This easy origami kit contains: A full-colored 32-page booklet Clear step-by-step instruction and diagrams 40 practice dollar billsA DVD containing easy-to-follow video tutorial for each project Videos are also streamable or downloadable onlineMini Money Origami Kit is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. It makes a great gift—whether you pass along the entire kit or one of your new creations! At such a great value—folding money has never been so easy or affordable.Origami projects include: Four-Pointed Star Heart Locket Dolphin Three Dollar Japanese Crane And more…

The history of Native American migrations in North America is filled with broken treaties, difficult struggles, and a desire to hold on to the lands and customs that have been a part of tribal life for hundredsif not thousandsof years. Readers discover the many reasons Native Americans moved across the continent. In doing so, they learn important facts that support essential social studies curriculum topics. From the Trail of Tears to the Battle of the Little Bighorn, important milestones in Native American history are addressed through accessible text, historical images, and relevant primary sources.

Create fun and intricate money origami using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns.These days, a dollar won't get you very far, but—in the right hands—a dollar bill can become a work of art. In Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami, the world-renowned origami artist and co-founder of the eminent Origamido Studio shares twenty incredible creations specifically designed to be made out of dollar bills. Folded money models are wonderful gifts and conversation pieces, and LaFosse makes it easy for you to get started with projects ranging from "very simple" to "challenging." Money origami is more popular than ever, thanks to the panoply of designs and the wonderful folding qualities of the dollar bill. Many people like to give cash gifts or tips in folded money. While the classic origami folds still fascinate, money-fold enthusiasts are always looking for fresh ideas. Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. At such a great value—folding money has never been so easy or affordable!This origami book contains: Full color, 64-page book Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Origami folding guide and tips 20 original origami projects48 tear-out practice "dollar bills" 3 hours of DVD video tutorials Videos are also streamable and downloadable onlineIt's no wonder that more and more people realize how fun dollar bill origami can be. Printed currency is easy to fold, remarkably durable, intricately patterned, and readily available. Money origami projects include: The Windmill Pillow Prosperity Bamboo The George Washington Knot Drahcir the Dragon And many more…

Create fun and intricate money origami using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns.These days, a dollar won't get you very far, but—in the right hands—a dollar bill can become a work of art. In Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami, the world-renowned origami artist and co-founder of the eminent Origamido Studio shares twenty incredible creations specifically designed to be made out of dollar bills. Folded money models are wonderful gifts and conversation pieces, and LaFosse makes it easy for you to get started with projects ranging from "very simple" to "challenging." Money origami is more popular than ever, thanks to the panoply of designs and the wonderful folding qualities of the dollar bill. Many people like to give cash gifts or tips in folded money. While the classic origami folds still fascinate, money-fold enthusiasts are always looking for fresh ideas. Michael LaFosse's Dollar Origami is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. At such a great value—folding money has never been so easy or affordable!This origami book contains: Full color, 64-page book Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Origami folding guide and tips 20 original origami projects 3 hours of downloadable or streamable video tutorialsIt's no wonder that more and more people realize how fun dollar bill origami can be. Printed currency is easy to fold, remarkably durable, intricately patterned, and readily available. Money origami projects include: The Windmill Pillow Prosperity Bamboo The George Washington Knot Drahcir the Dragon And many more…