num_pages: 144
description: This gorgeous volume offers readers everything they need to know to capture in paper the perfect geometry and delicate beauty of snowflakes sunbursts and stars. Ayako Brodek (Origami and Kirigami) and Shannon Voigt (Quilling) two of todays leading papercrafters provide all the techniques for creating seventy-five exquisite shapes that can then be used to fashion a multitude of decorative and practical pieces.The book opens with an overview of the three different styles and goes on to explain in detail the core techniques of each. Step-by-step photos complement the instructional text covering paper selection fundamental skills and tools. The next section is organized by style (Origami Kirigami Quilling) with designs for the three motifs as well as twenty-five projects for each style.The last section is an Inspiration Gallery with beautiful full-color photographs showcasing the finished works and providing a list of supplies and detailed instructions. Here the reader will learn how to use strings or ribbons to turn their crafted shapes into gift tags and toppers napkin rings and garlands; how to paste their snowflakes sunbursts and stars onto greeting cards canvas bags glass etc. Also in this section are instructions for making stencils and wearable art such as earrings pins and other accessories.
language: English
title: Snowflakes, Sunbursts, and Stars: 75 Exquisite Paper Designs to Fold, Cut, and Curl
publisher: Kodansha USA