{"product_id":"origami-for-the-absolute-beginner-40-projects-to-get-you-started","title":"Origami for the Absolute Beginner: 40 Projects to Get You Started","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBOOKLIST (American Library Association)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWhat could be so difficult about folding (and gluing) paper? Striking a smart balance between the Japanese all-diagrammed directions and the word-focused U.S.\/European instructions, Klam provides both, without too much elaboration. Depending on ten easy folding techniques (don't forget scissors and glue), the 40+ designs are all designated by level (one through five), feature both illustrations and step-by-step instructions, and supply occasional tips about materials and alternate uses for the finished origami. A cup becomes an open candy jar. The ubiquitous crane also functions as a place card holder. And the finished frog jumps by pressing the base on its back. Among the more unusual objects are a hedgehog, stag, Christmas tree, and lily. A difficulty guide in the appendix helps crafters quickly sort the beginner from the experienced patterns. A good choice to round out craft collections. -- Barbara Jacobs \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWith no more than a square of paper, a touch of glue or a thread of string, there appears under her fingers, as if by magic, fold after fold of surprise and wonder. This is the work of Adeline Klam. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTrained at the Duperré school in Textile Arts and Printing (France), Adeline has always loved the interplay of pattern and colour. But her passion for paper really began when she discovered Japanese paper or washi. Travelling to traditional paper factories in Japan, she was inspired by the beauty of these original designs; over time she learned to master this material and now runs a workshop where she exhibits and sells her creations, from origami garlands to decorative stationery. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eShe is the author of numerous books, including \n\u003ci\u003eSimple Origami, The Paper Bible\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eFuroshiki Workshop.\u003c\/i\u003e Adeline has 40,000 Instagram followers (@adelineklam); and you can enter her colourful world at www.adelineklam.com \n\u003cbr\u003eAdeline lives in Paris, France.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA completely visual guide to over 40 inspiring origami projects, with every fold, crease, cut and flip photographed step by step! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for all ages and skill levels, this must-have guide contains 40 fun designs, from hearts, flowers and stars to characterful animals and classic Japanese motifs.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA stylish and easy-to-follow introduction to the timeless Japanese art of paper folding from acclaimed paper artist Adeline Klam (@adelineklam): \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefreshingly\u003cb\u003e clear, visual and hands-on\u003c\/b\u003e, each project is \u003cb\u003ephotographed step by step\u003c\/b\u003e, with more intricate folds further clarified with \u003cb\u003ehelpful hand-drawn illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring that readers can follow along with ease and confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver \u003cb\u003e40 charming designs\u003c\/b\u003e, ranging from simple decorative items like a heart, a fan and a four-leaf clover, to animals such as a cat, parrot, panda and majestic crane, plus floral favourites including a tulip, cherry blossom (Sakura) and hydrangea. It also includes fun and unusual designs like a goblet, a ceremonial kimono and a tatou envelope, offering a rich variety of projects to suit different tastes and occasions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind inspiration for \u003cb\u003eputting your projects to practical use\u003c\/b\u003e the book contains a \u003cb\u003estunning visual lookbook\u003c\/b\u003e of ideas for readers to embellish greeting cards, adorn a party table, create paper flowers and wreaths or create a fabulous wall hanging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eOrigami for the Absolute Beginner\u003c\/i\u003e offers a calm and creative escape. Its gentle tone, thoughtful presentation and inspiring range of designs make it a perfect entry point for newcomers, and a lovely source of inspiration for seasoned folders alike. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing clear, colorful step photographs by Richard Boutin, technical drawings by Lucy Tézier, additional designs by Nana Takahashi; and in collaboration with Eriko Toureau-Kondo. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThis is a translation of the French edition by popular paper artist Adeline Klam.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eBooklist\u003c\/span\u003e 05\/01\/2026 (EAN 9781800923836, Paperback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Klam, Adeline\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Search Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2026-06-16\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Origami|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Papercrafts|Crafts \u0026amp; Hobbies \/ Crafts for Children\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.43 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781800923836\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9781800923836\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861604233497,"sku":"SP-9781800923836","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9781800923836_spiral.png?v=1784530605","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/origami-for-the-absolute-beginner-40-projects-to-get-you-started","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}