Introduction
How to Use This Book
Understanding Glow-Fold Diagrams
Preparing Paper for Folding
Symbols, Tips, and Tools
The Rotundifolius Leaf
The Ficus Leaf
The Berlin Poplar Leaf
The Ivy leaf
Folding the Basic Flower Form
The Black Eyed Susan
The Primrose
The Foxglove
The Buttercup
The Pumpkin Flower
The Morning Glory
Using Flowers in Assemblies
Finding Twigs and Stones
Assembling Sculptures
Benjamin John Coleman has been hooked on origami since his father brought home an origami book in 1974. His hobby kicked into high gear in 2006, when he left his teaching career and made the creation of origami bonsai his new way of life. He is the author of several books, including Origami Bonsai and Advanced Origami Bonsai.
"I love to be able to recommend the best for my readers, and
Benjamin's unique talent of merging two Japanese art forms— origami
and bonsai, creates an exciting new form of paper art! This unique
book "kit" will teach you the art step-by-step with simple
illustrated tutorials, and even a DVD to help you along! You can
create beautiful delicate paper flowers and leaves and essentially
create your own unique paper bonsai!" —Suzy's Artsy-Craftsy Sitcom
blog
"I've purchased a few origami flower kits in the past, and the
paper with this kit is by far the best suited for creating lifelike
flowers." —About.com Origami
"Origami Bonsai is lovely, as are all of Ben's books, instructional
DVDs, and paper creations." —Ann Martin, author of All Things
Paper
"I can't wait to make more of these origami bonsai sculptures as
centerpieces for our Thanksgiving dinner and for holiday
decorations. Perhaps I could also give them out as holiday gifts. I
think this kit itself makes a great holiday gift to people who love
craft projects as well!" —Yuki's Origami Blog
"With the holidays approaching, folding an origami bonsai would be
more thoughtful than spending hours at the mall or online. Highly
recommend!" —Cindy Ng, Origami Blog
"This origami kit from Tuttle Publishing contains several tools to
teach you how to make unbelievable floral designs and sculptures."
—Dana Byerwalter, All Free Paper Crafts blog
"Always wanted to make a bonsai, finally could make [it] when I
happen to lay my hands on wonderful Origami Bonsai Kit by Tuttle
Publishing, which contains detailed simple instructions [and] clear
photo diagrams, a DVD with awesome video instructions for each
model by the creator himself and also the paper required. The kit
is just awesome." —Origami Love blog
"…the greatest savings of time and energy for the beginning
origamist is provided by the vari-colored folding papers contained
in the kit, along with Mr. Coleman's effective instructions in
folding. His 'glow-fold' technique simplifies the learning process
for the beginner, reducing trial and error." —Examiner.com
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