Publisher's Synopsis
Ingenious geometric models from Japan's leading designer of polyhedral origami! Origami Polyhedra for Beginners puts a new spin on the ancient art of paper folding, opening the door to a world filled with beautiful geometric shapes. In this book, Miyuki Kawamura, a master of polyhedral origami, shows you how to create 60 different models using squares of brightly-coloured paper. Modular origami models are created using multiple sheets of paper that are folded and then locked together without the use of glue or tape. Clear step-by-step instructions for each model are provided. These amazing creations will captivate everyone who sees them! The models in this book are surprisingly easy to make, and include: • Building Blocks and Tiles which can be stacked and combined • Striking Pyramids, Cubes, Stars and Spheres • Dramatic polyhedral 'Wireframes' and 'Skeletons' with open latticework • Star-shaped Icosahedrons that look like they belong on a Christmas tree • Playful Windmills, Water Wheels and many other Polyhedral 'Kits'! The sense of accomplishment and delight you will experience from completing these models is well worth the time and effort!
