Contents
Making the Connection
Essential Tips
A Guide to Folding Symbols, Terms and Actions
Fashion Runway
Foxy Pumps
Trendy Tote
Dazzle On A Bow
Strapless Dress
Classy Ensemble
Heaven & Earth
Daisy Bunny
Bobo Panda
Lola Kitty
Build A Bamboo Stalk
Beautiful Butterfly
Tulip Garden
Cute Sassy Fun
Cool Cupcake
Secret Love Note
In Hearts We Trust
Lovely Little Laptop
Yay! Presents
Fortune-Telling
Vogue-It Earrings
Cute Pin
Colorific Magnets
Hanging Notepads
All-Occasion Greeting Cards
Bunny Ornament
Chic Bow
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Making the Connection
I have always thought of origami as a clever and beautiful art form. It has a rich history that dates back to the first or second century AD in China and gained prominence in the fifteenth century, when high-class Japanese samurai warriors practiced it as a form of gift-giving at banquets. However, I could never understand why origami continued to be such a popular pastime. I thought about it for a long time and came up with my own theory.
When I was ten, I really wanted to wear a pair of high heels because I thought I would look cool, but never found the occasion to get a pair (truth: my mother wouldn’t let me). Now that I am old enough to wear heels, I still have to dream about looking cool in them—because the reality is, I can barely walk in them! There is one consolation, though. If I can’t walk in them, I can at least fold them. This is why I started folding high heels. While folding shoes, I stumbled upon folding different kinds of sweets, which brought back fond memories of first dates, and excursions with girlfriends celebrating life’s joys and sorrows (which of course then made me hungry for real sweets). Each new project brought memories to mind, which in turn inspired other new projects.
Origami has always been an interesting way to engage and connect with our dreams, memories, and desires. As we fold origami creations, we think about what they represent, and the connections to our past and future lives--all with just a simple piece of paper.
Girligami has eighteen origami creations to make with the help of easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions. The projects are inspired by the world of delicious sweets, wacky critters, high-tech gadgets, falling in love, and the fashion runway. And have you ever wondered what to do with a cool piece of origami that you have just made? Well, now you can turn them into little gifts for yourself or your friends. There are lots of super fun and easy projects to make from your folded designs—everything from jewelry, to greeting cards, to hanging notepads. All the projects in the book are easy enough for curious beginners and intriguing enough for seasoned enthusiasts. This is the origami book I have always dreamed of having. So get ready: new and old memories are about to unfold at your fingertips.
Some Helpful Tips:
* Origami paper likes a flat, clean surface. Work on an oil-free table or countertop, or even a hardcover book.
* Cut Carefully! Smaller models are presented in multiples on a single sheet, so grab a pair of scissors (or, if you want to be super-precise, buy a craft knife from your local craft store, a cutting mat, and a metal ruler). Take your time, follow the outline, and cut carefully. Always use scissors and craft knives with caution. Children should be supervised or assisted by an adult.
* Begin by orienting your paper exactly as shown in the first step. The first time you try a model you may want to use the same paper pattern as shown in the instruction (some models have a few different patterns to choose from).
* Follow the markings. Dashed lines show where to fold, while arrows show in which direction to fold. When you see a circle with an arrow, the circle indicates where to pinch or hold the paper as you fold in the direction of the arrow.
* First impressions are everything! Your origami paper’s very first fold quickly commits to memory, so it helps to be precise and neat. Keep your origami in shape by running your thumbnail along each fold several times.
* Review all the steps before you start folding a model. As you’re folding, it helps to keep looking ahead to the next illustration to see what should be created once you have completed the step you are working on.
* Don’t take yourself too seriously! If you do, origami is zero ounces of fun. If you’re feeling frustrated, take a break and come back to it later.
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