Perfectly Mindful Origami - The Origami Garden


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Origami expert Mark Bolitho explains how to make perfectly formed origami objects that are pleasing to fold and make. As digital downtime becomes a constant quest in our fast-paced lives, the idea of contemplative, sloothing arts and crafts is undergoing a serious revival. Each title contains 32 pages of origami paper so that you can try out these mindful projects for yourself. The Origami Garden divides into sections on Flowers and Plants (easy roses, cactus and pot, lilies and water lilies and many other flowers and foliage), Fruit and Vegetables (mushrooms, strawberries, pineapple, pears and chilli pepper) and Garden Life (birds, butterfly and frog).




The Book of Mindful Origami


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Every day millions of us sit in front of a computer screen tapping away at a keyboard, mostly writing virtual notes to unseen correspondents. By contrast, an origami project is a chance to be creative and make something tangible; in fact, turning a piece of paper into a three-dimensional sculpture is a meditative journey that instills in us a sense of pride, competence, and accomplishment. As we fold the paper, the focus required and the tactile connection help free our minds to roam, creating the opportunity for a moment of self-reflection, for true presence of mind.




Origami Zodiac: East and West


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Embark on a paper-folding journey through western and eastern astrology that will inspire creativity and contemplation—from the author of Zoogami. This covetable collection of perfectly mindful origami includes twenty-five inventive paper projects for all signs of the zodiac, both eastern and western. From an elegant dragon and a complex scorpion to a stylized monkey and a classic rooster, each project is superbly designed and clearly explained with fully illustrated step-by-step instructions. Whether you are an origami beginner or a seasoned paper crafter looking for a more complex challenge, Perfectly Mindful Origami will exercise your mind while clearing it of clutter.




Zen Origami


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Zen Origami comes with 20 origami projects to clear the mind and immerse thought. Tutorials of this papercraft are meditative and easy to follow.







Perfectly Mindful Origami - Origami Paper Boxes


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This covetable collection of perfectly mindful origami includes more than 25 inventive paper origami box projects, ranging from simple lidded classic forms to complex pentagonal, hexagonal and octagonal boxes with integral twisted lids. Perfect for holding accessories or for putting on display, each project is superbly designed and clearly explained with fully illustrated step-by-step instructions. Also included are 30 sheets of origami paper to get you started on a relaxing and creative activity for your digital detox time. Whether you are an origami beginner or a seasoned paper crafter looking for a more complex challenge, Perfectly Mindful Origami will exercise your mind while clearing it of clutter.




Easy Money Origami Ebook


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It's time to get creative with your finances and turn your money into real art! These 15 dollar bill origami projects range from simple to challenging--perfect for origami folders of all types. Clear step-by-step instructions allow you to fold up creative projects in no time at all. This ebook comes with: Full-color instructions Free online demonstration videos Printable practice "dollar bills" Diversify your folded money portfolio with original origami projects like: The simple Tree and Heart--perfect for origami beginners The Cube, Pyramid and Octahedron--three elegant polyhedra models for the mathematically inclined A cute Cat and graceful Butterfly make memorable gifts or tips The challenging Lobster awaits those who've mastered all the other models! Money origami art is perfect for gift giving, tipping and just for fun!




Inspired Origami


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Perfect for fans of mindful activity books, Inspired Origami teaches readers the beautiful art of paper folding, with 15 projects and 36 sheets of origami paper. Inspired Origami will show readers how the peaceful pastime of creating papercraft art can calm the minds of crafters of all skill levels. The book features an introduction on achieving mindfulness through origami, a history of the craft, basic rules, and all the information needed to get started. The introductory material is followed by step-by-step instruction and illustrations that walk the reader through beautiful projects, including the Swan, Windmill, Sailboat, Peace Crane, and more. Including 36 distinct sheets of origami paper in both solid colors and patterns, Inspired Origami provides all that's necessary to begin the therapeutic craft of creating accessible, stunning works of art.




Perfectly Mindful Origami - The Art and Craft of Geometric Origami


Book Description

Origami expert Mark Bolitho explains how to make perfectly formed origami objects that are pleasing to fold and make. As digital downtime becomes a constant quest in our fast-paced lives, the idea of contemplative, soothing arts and crafts is undergoing a serious revival. Each title contains 32 pages of origami paper so that you can try out these mindful projects for yourself. The Art and Craft of Geometric Origami divides into sections; One-piece Projects (formed from a single piece of paper), Twists and Turns (objects that change form with movement), Modular projects (multiple-piece projects) and Advanced Modules (intricate and beautiful objects). Shapes include simple tetrahedrons and cubes, diamonds and geo balls, icosahedrons and flexagons, harlequin modules and starbursts.




Origami for Mindfulness


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Use mindful origami everyday with these 35 projects designed to destress, calm, and help you live in the moment. Use mindful origami everyday with these 35 projects designed to destress, calm, and help you live in the moment. The therapeutic effects of origami are well known in Japan and here Mari Ono—an expert in Japanese papercrafts—reveals how a few simple folds can reduce stress, improve concentration, and help overcome negativity. By focusing on the experience of creating beautiful paper flowers, objects, animals, and more, this collection of 35 projects will guide you on a path to connectedness, awareness, and improved physical and emotional health. Not only that, the feelings of joy and satisfaction gained from completing a model will bring inner peace and help to redress emotional imbalances in our daily lives. Origami is also the perfect tool for anyone interested in taking the first steps toward a mindful lifestyle—it is a very pure discipline where no expensive equipment is required and you can do it anywhere. To get you started, over 60 pieces of origami paper are provided, including a selection of sheets you can color in yourself—another activity proven to elicit a calming response in the body.