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Something as simple as an origami heart can help us keep romance alive. And writing a love note to go with it will help keep the flame burning bright. Give your next love note or Valentine invitation some extra sparkle by placing it within this easy-to-make origami heart box.Since the heart and note can be … Read more
This is my interpretation of the Sakura Star, a creation of David Martinez. It is a lovely model that I will add to the collection of ornaments I use to decorate my staircase for Christmas, as seen in this post: Origami Adds a Holiday Sparkle to a Staircase Video instructions for the Sakura Star: Diagrams … Read more
Festive and fun, this origami twist box is an easy-to-make container for a small gift or a party favor. Ideas to present this lovely paper box The box’s designer, David Martínez (Venezuela), developed this twist box while experimenting with how to divide a piece of paper into equal parts using methods described by Kazuo Haga, … Read more
This origami rose is also a box, perfect to give a present. Origami boxes are useful and versatile for any occasion. But don’t wait for a Valentine’s day, Christmas or a birthday to give! A handmade gift expresses depth of feeling and a greater degree of personal involvement in a relationship than a mass-produced item. … Read more
Back from the Origami USA convention in New York City my work table is overflowing with origami models, papers, books, and presents. As always the convention has left me recharged with creative energy and a surplus of new ideas! Some highlights of the Origami USA convention 2011: This year’s special guest was Toshikazu Kawasaki from … Read more
When visiting Evi Binzinger’s flikr page not long ago, I spotted –among other lovely origami models, this swallowtail butterfly that Evi had created. I fell in love with it and immediately set myself the task of deciphering the folding sequence. This sequence turned out to be as enjoyable as looking at the finished butterfly. With … Read more