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Origami is a 1,000‑year‑old Japanese art of paper folding. This full‑color companion presents clear, step‑by‑step diagrams and a key to origami symbols and techniques, making the craft accessible to both novices and seasoned practitioners. Each page includes a photograph of the finished model, offering inspiration for projects that span flying cranes, dinosaurs, and exotic flowers. Whether you are a child exploring a creative hobby or an adult seeking a new pastime, this book invites you into the elegant and amusing world of origami.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Crafts & Hobbies
Authors: Makiko Ikeda
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