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Designed for the seasoned origami enthusiast, this book presents 65 ingeniously crafted projects that challenge skill and inspire creativity. The selection includes renowned techniques such as Toshikazu Kawasaki’s Isoarea fold, David Brill’s bottle, and Peter Engel’s kangaroo, as well as a variety of geometric forms like a falling‑sand clock, a rotating tetrahedron, and various extraterrestrial motifs. The volumes culminate in a rich array of figurative models—cats, geese, penguins, giraffes, camellias, spiraled snails, and pineapples—each accompanied by concise, step‑by‑step instructions and highly detailed diagrams. Although the procedures are intricate, the clear layout and focused guidance make advanced folding attainable, encouraging readers to pursue new projects even after completing each design.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Crafts & Hobbies
Authors: 笠原 邦彦
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