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14 Suggestions for Finished Origami Models

What can we do with that ever-increasing inventory of finished origami models? Here are some ideas: 1.Document If you like a particular model, keep one that’s nicely folded and on it write the model name, the designer, and where to find diagrams. 2. Display Photograph models and share them on personal Flickr and Facebook albums. … Read more

‘Crease + Fold’ Reviewed – An Origami Book by Sok Song

crease and fold book cover

Crease and Fold, Sok’s Song first origami instructional book, presents a collection of models that will appeal to a broad range of interests. It features simple and elegant animals, functional objects, money folds, and modulars. •View photographs at the end of this post• The book is divided into four sections: Origami 101, covers the standard … Read more

Modular Origami Ring by Ernesto del Río

Origami modular ring - anillo mosular

This modular ring called Anillo del Río 3 is one of the many striking modulars designed by Ernesto del Río Jiménez (Erny for his friends). Thanks to Ernesto for granting permission to make a video with instructions for making this modular, shown at the end of this post. Ernesto lives in Pereira, Colombia. He works … Read more

My Memories of Akira Yoshizawa

Photograph of Akira Yoshizawa, origami master and an origami rabbit, created by Yoshizawa and folded by Leyla Torres

The 14th of March, 2011, was a special day for all of us in the origami community: it was the centenary anniversary of the birth of Akira Yoshizawa (14 March 1911 – 14 March 2005), origami grandmaster, who is considered by many as the father of modern origami. In 1997 I had the opportunity to … Read more

A Contemporary Origami Handbag

This origami handbag started as a charming container designed by Hans Werner-Guth. I added handles and made myself a contemporary, fashionable handbag.It is made from an A-size rectangle, but different rectangles can be used. Clever and a pleasure to fold! Now it’s time you make it too, take a walk around town and show it … Read more