Origami 365


Book Description

Learn origami basics from the experts at Taro's Origami Studio in Brooklyn, New York, where dedicated professionals teach and promote the ancient art of origami. In this book, Taro Yaguchi, founder of Taro's Origami Studio, shares his unique Kyu System, wherein the successful mastery of basic folds and bases is rewarded with passage through the different color-coded levels often associated with mastery in the field of martial arts. This book contains 12 models that clearly illustrate specific key folds and base forms that provide a foundation for the development of origami skills. 365 pieces of beautifully designed origami papers are provided to create models in three different sizes-perfect for use as ornaments, jewelry, and just for fun.




All Things Paper


Book Description

Make decorative, simple do-it-yourself projects with this friendly guide to paper crafting. You and your family will love to spend hours making beautiful paper art, jewelry, and decorations with All Things Paper. This easy paper crafts book comes with simple-to-follow instructions and detailed photos that show you how to create colorful and impressive art objects to display at home--many of which have practical uses. It is a great book for experienced paper craft hobbyists looking for new ideas or for new folders who want to learn paper crafts from experts. Projects in this papercrafting book include: Candle Luminaries Citrus Slice Coasters Mysterious Stationery Box Everyday Tote Bag Silver Orb Pendant Fine Paper Yarn Necklace Wedding Cake Card Perfect Journey Journal And many more… All the projects in this book are designed by noted paper crafters like Benjamin John Coleman, Patricia Zapata, and Richela Fabian Morgan. They have all been creating amazing objects with paper for many years. Whether you're a beginner or have been paper crafting for many years, you're bound to find something you'll love in All Things Paper. Soon you will be on your way to creating your own designs and paper art.




Color-Gami


Book Description

Color and fold your way to origami fun! Customize your origami folding sheets by coloring in beautiful designs and patterns, and then follow the instructions to fold flowers, animals, and more. The easy step-by-step instruction book with detailed diagrams will take you through the folds. Finished models make great gift toppers! Novice and master folders alike will find hours of entertainment in this kit.




HowExpert Guide to 365 Hobbies


Book Description

If you're looking to explore a new hobby every day and unlock your creative potential, then HowExpert Guide to 365 Popular Hobbies is your ultimate resource. Welcome to a year-long adventure filled with creativity, discovery, and growth. This guide is your gateway to mastering a diverse range of hobbies, organized from A to Z and tailored to fit every month. Whether you’re seeking to ignite your creativity, improve DIY skills, connect with nature, or find a new passion, this book offers endless inspiration and practical tips to enrich your life daily. Inside this book, you'll find: - Introduction: The Joy of Hobbies – Discover how hobbies can enrich your life, reduce stress, and spark joy. Use this guide to explore new passions daily or focus on specific interests. - January: Arts and Crafts – Start your year with creativity by diving into hobbies like painting, knitting, and wood carving. Each day introduces a new craft to let your artistic side shine. - February: Building and DIY – Channel your inner handyman or handywoman with projects ranging from carpentry to gardening. Perfect for anyone who loves to build, fix, or create with their hands. - March: Collecting – Explore the fascinating world of collecting, from antiques to rare books and coins. Learn the ins and outs of starting, maintaining, and expanding your collection. - April: Food and Drink – Satisfy your culinary curiosity by mastering the art of baking, brewing, and gourmet cooking. This chapter is a feast for your taste buds, with a new food-related hobby daily. - May: Games and Entertainment – Unleash your inner gamer with a month of board games, video games, and other forms of entertainment. Whether you’re into strategy or action, there’s something for every gamer. - June: Music and Performing Arts – Harmonize your love for music and performing arts by exploring instruments, singing, and acting. Each hobby helps you express yourself through sound and movement. - July: Nature and Outdoors – Embrace the outdoors with hobbies like hiking, birdwatching, and gardening. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers, these activities connect you with the natural world. - August: Personal Development – Focus on self-improvement with hobbies that nurture your mind and soul, from journaling to meditation. This chapter is about building better habits, enhancing well-being, and fostering personal growth. - September: Science and Technology – Dive into science with hobbies ranging from robotics to astronomy. Ideal for curious minds, this chapter expands your understanding through hands-on experiments and tech projects. - October: Sports and Fitness – Get moving with a variety of physical activities that promote fitness and fun. Whether you’re into yoga, weightlifting, or extreme sports, this chapter keeps you active, energized, and healthy. - November: Travel and Exploration – Feed your wanderlust with hobbies that encourage exploration, from camping to cultural tours. This chapter is your passport to adventure, offering new ways to discover the world. - December: Writing and Literature – Cap off the year by indulging in the written word. Whether writing your memoirs or crafting fiction, these literary hobbies inspire you to unleash your creativity and reflect on your experiences. - Conclusion: Reflecting on Your Year of Hobbies – Reflect on your journey with tips on exploring new activities, embracing lifelong learning, and finding new inspirations. - Appendices – Delve into resources, journals, and community connections to keep your hobby pursuits thriving and ensure your passion for learning never fades. Whether you're a seasoned hobbyist or just starting out, HowExpert Guide to 365 Popular Hobbies is your go-to source for daily inspiration and growth. Buy the book today and embark on a year-long adventure of discovery, creativity, and fun! HowExpert publishes how-to guides on all topics from A to Z.




365 Days of Play


Book Description

Banish boredom and inspire creativity and screen-free play with an activity for every day of the year! Perfect for rainy days, holidays, happy days, sad days, sick days, and every day in between. It's time to start your ULTIMATE year of exploration, learning, and creativity with 365 Days of Play! This go-to activity book for kids ages 6-12 includes an activity for every day of the year. It's everything you need to keep little minds and hands entertained--pages on pages of games, crafts, recipes, experiments, jokes, songs, tricks, challenges, and everything else in the canon of kid. Create a game wherever you are and with whatever you have-- launch a parachute, shoot a confetti cannon, or throw a boomerang. Tie a square knot or untangle a human knot. Make an egg you can float, bounce, or keep forever. "This breezy compendium of simple ideas for solitary and group entertainment offers something for nearly everyone...an appealing reprieve from screens for families dealing with travel, rainy days, or simply needing to redirect attention...cheerfully designed and clearly presented...lots of great possibilities for fending off boredom." --Kirkus Reviews




Easy Origami for Kids


Book Description

Kids will have great fun folding their very own cute origami models--from animals and sweet treats to vehicles and flowers. All the models in this book are easy to fold using ordinary paper. The colorful paper characters and objects are adorable, and offer kids a chance to have fun away from screens while honing their fine motor skills. The versatile models look great displayed on a desk or bookshelf, but can also be used for interactive play. Kids will learn to fold the following colorful paper characters and objects: Cute Animals, like a stripe-tailed Squirrel, a Cat with Kitten (both wearing Bow Ties!) and a Lion with a mane Adorable insects, including a Ladybug, a Dragonfly and a Honeybee Tempting Snacks & Sweets, such as a Cupcake and Lollipops Planes, Trucks, Cars and a speedy Bullet Train Friendly Flowers including Violets, Tulips and Carnations




Easy Origami


Book Description

Includes illustrated instructions for origami projects that range from simple to challenging.




Easy Origami for Beginners


Book Description

A complete introduction to origami paper folding for beginners at an unbeatable price! Easy Origami for Beginners is the ideal beginner's introduction to the magic of origami. This value-packed collection shows you how to fold the 20 most popular origami models that everyone loves to make. It is fully illustrated in color with simple and clear step-by-step instructions for each model. Included are the following delightful projects: A Picture Frame -- a useful and inexpensive way to display your favorite family photos A Mother Duck and Duckling --an adorable duck and duckling pair that requires only one sheet of paper! A Hibiscus Blossom -- one of two "modular" designs in the book that use several folded sheets to form a blossom that looks complicated (but isn't!) The Dart Glider -- a classic paper airplane that's fun to fold, but even more fun to fly! An Inflatable Bunny Balloon -- the most challenging (and rewarding!) model in the book…a puff of air makes it 3D! And many more! The clear, colorful instructions in this book make it easy to create amazing paper models without any previous paper-folding experience. Perfect for adults or kids, and the ideal gift for someone who would like to try their hand at the traditional Japanese art of origami!




365 Low Or No Cost Workplace Teambuilding Activities


Book Description

The programs detailed in this groundbreaking new book will thrill your employees with humour, fun, exciting, memorable, and unique experiences and challenges, while providing your organisation with better communication, improved productivity, and higher profitability. Managers will learn how to work as a team, lead successfully, and how to communicate effectively. The atmosphere produced during these sessions helps to keep employees motivated and dynamic. Employees will learn to work together, eliminate stress and burn out, and appreciate the talents of their co-workers while building a sense of corporate identity. These activities are designed to get full participation, ensuring everyone performs at their highest level, while breaking down barriers, and most importantly, everyone will have fun with little actual cost to your organisation.




Kawaii Origami


Book Description

Kawaii Origami book and paper pack has everything you need to make your very own Kawaii origami creations—from an origami ice cream cone to an origami cactus! Jump right in and start folding your way to cute with 50 sheets of adorable origami paper and 25 Kawaii-style origami projects with step-by-step instructions from the creator of the popular website Paper Kawaii, Chrissy Pushkin. After a tutorial on basic folds, use the included origami paper to create these adorable, easy-to-follow projects: Masu Box, Lucky Stars, Kawaii Envelopes, Water Balloon, Tea Bag, Tea Bag Envelopes, Love Knots, Dustpan & Scoop, Rectangular Masu Box, Cute Purse, Woven Bracelet, Woven Bookmark, Cat & Dog Hearts, Cactus, Round Pot, Bento Box, Mini Trash Bin, Mini Drawer, Stationery Boxes, Ice Cream, Sushi Roll Boxes, Nigiri Sushi Boxes, Flower Bowl, Star Bowl, and Twinkle Star. With this instructional book and included papers, you will be creating stunning and unique origami pieces like a pro in no time!