Published by Tuttle Publishing, an imprint of Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd.
© 1991, 2002 Charles E. Tuttle Publishing Co.
All rights reserved.
LCC Card No. 2002103710
ISBN 978-0-8048-3313-4
ISBN 978-1-4629-0611-6 (ebook)
Published in 1991
Second edition 2002
Printed in Singapore
Photography by Andy Wong
Styling and folds by Magdalene Ong, Grace Tay
17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 1410CP
TUTTLE PUBLISHING® is a registered trademark of Tuttle Publishing, a division of Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd.
Contents
An easy starting point for many models
Squawker Toy 5
A favorite party toy
Shark 6
Perfect for mobiles
For parties and holiday get-togethers
Pilgrim's Bonnet 8
Ideal for school plays
Robot 8
A favorite with boys
Tropical Fish 8
For mobiles or aquariums
For towering city buildings
A cheerful holiday ornament
Star Earrings 11
Color coordinate them with any outfit
Gift Wrap Decoration 11
A festive touch for any package
A simple starting point for many models
Quicky Gift Envelope 12
For sending scarves, bills, and other flat items
Layered Card 13
A bright splash of color
Last-minute Greeting Card 13
For invitation cards and thank you notes
A triangular starting point for various models
Pine Tree 15
A stand-up decoration
Trick Mouse 15
Make it jump
Fantastic Flyer Airplane 15
A speedy toy plane
An all-purpose container
Covered Box 17
For holding small items
Easter Basket 17
For Easter eggs, nuts, or candies
Make them in any size or color
Icicles 19
Sparkling tree ornaments
Sunburst 19
For cards or wall pictures
Especially for cat lovers
Standing Cat 21
A model that stands up
Cat Family 21
With adorable kittens
Journey through the universe
Napkin Ring or Photo Holder 22
Unique and useful knick-knacks
Car 23
Racing cars or family cars
For bathroom frolic
Sailboat Basket 25
Ideal for sailing races
An imposing origami model
Basic Unit, Chair, Side Table or Footstool Simple units perfect for doll houses
Bench, Sofa, Bed, Dining Table More delightful furniture units
Introduction
Origami, the art of paper folding, is fun and easy! Even if you have never folded paper before, you'll find the objects in Origami for Beginners easy to make. As you flip through the pages of this book, you'll surely spot something that interests you. Even if it looks difficult, it's really not, so go ahead and give it a try. Let's say you find the Elephant especially appealing. If you follow the step-by-step directions carefully, you'll get good results. And when you fold the Elephant a second time, you'll discover that you can make it even better and faster than the first time.
Origami is believed to have originated in China, but the craft developed most fully in Japan. For centuries, Japanese origami was closely associated with traditional ceremonies, but over time the craft became a popular family pastime. In recent years, origami