Read ebook Densho Origami : Traditional Japanese Figures for Everyone (2012, Paperback) by DJV, MOBI
9781568363820 English 1568363826 Densho origami is based on figures from Japanese folklore, handed down from generation to generation for over a hundred years. These densho origami figures are all quite simple to make, but beautiful and balanced, and are considered an expression of Japans heart, soul, wisdom, and culture. Densho Origami introduces 35 of the most classic, beloved origami figures - the crane, the samurai helmet, the ninja star, the goldfish, etc. The instructions are extremely easy to follow and rely on over 500 3-D, computer-generated diagrams which guide the reader through each step., Thirty-five basic and popular origami figures, with over 500 highly-detailed, 3-D computer-generated instructional diagrams. Origami is a beloved way to communicate in Japan, a way for children, parents, and grandparents to spend time together over cheerful conversation. Children give it to each other as a mark of friendship. Even adults give origami to supplement a main gift, writing a short message on it. Origami can be a heartwarming present for a sick friend in hospital, encouraging them to get well soon. Many origami shapes have been handed down for generations, and there are certain figures that have been stylized, becoming simple, minimal shapes that can be easily folded. These are known as densho origami-"densho" meaning "heirloom"-a reflection of Japan's cultural traditions. Modern Japan has Westernized, but densho origamihas spread all over the world, binding people together. This book, containing 35 densho origami(including some new versions of traditional figures), shows how to enjoy origami, with over 500 detailed illustrations. Colorful, finely printed paper makes beautiful origami, but you can use a square of any paper, including yesterday's newspaper or a piece of copy paper, and fold densho origamianytime and anywhere.
9781568363820 English 1568363826 Densho origami is based on figures from Japanese folklore, handed down from generation to generation for over a hundred years. These densho origami figures are all quite simple to make, but beautiful and balanced, and are considered an expression of Japans heart, soul, wisdom, and culture. Densho Origami introduces 35 of the most classic, beloved origami figures - the crane, the samurai helmet, the ninja star, the goldfish, etc. The instructions are extremely easy to follow and rely on over 500 3-D, computer-generated diagrams which guide the reader through each step., Thirty-five basic and popular origami figures, with over 500 highly-detailed, 3-D computer-generated instructional diagrams. Origami is a beloved way to communicate in Japan, a way for children, parents, and grandparents to spend time together over cheerful conversation. Children give it to each other as a mark of friendship. Even adults give origami to supplement a main gift, writing a short message on it. Origami can be a heartwarming present for a sick friend in hospital, encouraging them to get well soon. Many origami shapes have been handed down for generations, and there are certain figures that have been stylized, becoming simple, minimal shapes that can be easily folded. These are known as densho origami-"densho" meaning "heirloom"-a reflection of Japan's cultural traditions. Modern Japan has Westernized, but densho origamihas spread all over the world, binding people together. This book, containing 35 densho origami(including some new versions of traditional figures), shows how to enjoy origami, with over 500 detailed illustrations. Colorful, finely printed paper makes beautiful origami, but you can use a square of any paper, including yesterday's newspaper or a piece of copy paper, and fold densho origamianytime and anywhere.