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paper foldingJapanese origamiArt of folding objects out of paper without cutting, pasting, or decorating. Its early history is unknown, but it seems to have developed from the older art of folding cloth. Origami has reached its greatest development in Japan, with hundreds of traditional folds and an extensive literature dealing with the art. There are two types of Japanese folds: figures used in ceremonial etiquette, and objects such as animals, flowers, furniture, and human figures. Some objects have amusing action features; best known is the bird that flaps its wings when its tail is pulled. Paper folding has also flourished in Spain, South America, and Germany. |
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In a brief introduction on flight dynamics and with a glossary of terms used in paper folding, Collins explains how to make 20 planes and other flying objects. The collection of 24 designs will feature whimsical koalas, penguins, giraffes and puppies in her signature style, which combines the ancient art of paper folding with photography and watercolors. This 464 page collection includes Tripos, Black Jack, Chinese ceramic puzzle vessels, paper folding, Mongolian interlocking puzzles, rolling block puzzles, sliding puzzles, cryptic crosswords, The Panex Puzzle, polyonimo puzzles, and so much more. |
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